Sana'a: The Yemen Horizons Center for Research and Studies in Sana'a organized a lecture entitled "The American-Israeli War on Iran: An Analytical Reading of Objectives, Trajectories, and Future Prospects." In this lecture, Dr. Hani Al-Maghles, Professor of Political Science and Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Economics at Sana'a University, examined the objectives and outcomes of the American-Israeli efforts against Iran.
According to Yemen News Agency, Dr. Al-Maghles highlighted the declared goals of the United States and Israel in their conflict with Iran, which include eliminating Iran's nuclear program and missile capabilities, dismantling its military infrastructure, and targeting its regional allies. He noted the additional objective of reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Despite efforts, he argued that these objectives have not been fully achieved. American reports suggest that the majority of the goals remain unmet, with American statements on the destruction of Iran's missile capabilities indicating uncertainty about the actual impact of the war.
Dr. Al-Maghles emphasized that the objectives of the United States and Israel are part of a larger strategy to reshape the Middle East in line with the "Greater Israel" project. He stated that achieving only a portion of these objectives is insufficient for the American-Israeli agenda, as it is linked to a broader plan to change the geopolitical landscape of the region. He warned that the failure to meet these goals would lead to continued efforts to achieve them through various means.
Dr. Al-Maghles also discussed the strategic significance of the Strait of Hormuz, a focal point in the conflict. He explained that control over this strategic maritime passage is crucial, as it could lead to a new regional order that challenges the American-Israeli project. He pointed out that any Iranian influence over the strait would impose new regional dynamics, affecting control of one of the world's most vital maritime routes.
The lecture concluded with interventions from participants, addressing the potential end of the war on Iran and the stabilization of the region. Dr. Al-Maghles described the current ceasefire as fragile and temporary, noting that diplomatic efforts are ineffective due to unrealistic American demands to dismantle Iran's missile and peaceful nuclear capabilities. He urged Gulf states to recognize the limitations of relying on American protection and the dangers of perpetuating their roles within the existing Israeli project.