Forty years on, the Islamic Republic of Iran, is both an ideological power wishing to export its fundamental theology; and, a realistic nation-state aware of power politics. The two streams are reflected in the struggle apparently involving major figures in the regime – following the latest flareups with the United States.
Guests Dr. Menahem Merhavy, research fellow, Truman Institute, Hebrew University, and Mr. Meir Javedanfar, Iran lecturer, IDC Herzliya. Analyst Amir Oren. Host Jonathan Hessen.