Iran's Hidden Conflict EXPOSED Dr Kian Tajbakhsh

In this video, we discuss the current state of Iran's reformists and whether they are on the verge of collapse. Dive into the geopolitics of Iran and the Middle East to understand the complex political landscape. We revisit the reformist era under President Mohammad Khatami, assess the promises and failures of reform — including the Green Movement and its suppression — and examine how Iran’s bureaucracy, public services, and social dynamics function beneath the headlines.The conversation also explores recent unrest, economic pressures, the political role of the bazaar, and Iran’s approach to regional politics, including ties with Sunni groups and debates over exporting the revolution. We conclude with a sober analysis of Iran–Israel–USA relations, escalation risks, and strategic interests shaping the region’s future.🎙 Topics Discussed:• Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh’s academic path & experience as a political prisoner• Iran’s reformist movement under Mohammad Khatami• The Green Movement: gains, limits & repression• Governance, bureaucracy & societal dynamics in Iran• Recent protests, economic strain & the bazaar’s role• Iran’s regional strategy & relations with Sunni groups• Iran–Israel–USA tensions and conflict scenarios👤 About Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh:Dr. Kian Tajbakhsh is an Iranian-American scholar, social scientist, and urban planner who has taught at universities in Iran and the United States. His work bridges urban studies, governance, and political sociology, informed by firsthand experience of Iran’s political system.📌 Subscribe for nuanced conversations on Iran, reform, and regional geopolitics.🎧 Listen on all major platforms — search Kianistan.🌐 Visit: www.kianistan.com💼 Sponsored by: www.worldwidelistings.co.ukHashtags:#KianTajbakhsh #IranPolitics #ReformMovement #GreenMovement #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #IranUSA #IranIsrael #PoliticalUnrest #KianistanPodcast #Iran #IranPolitics #MiddleEast #iranusa