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Podcast: Mission Network News - Middle East
Episode: Iranians disenchanted with their government feel "forgotten by the West"
Description: Iran (MNN) — Last weekend’s attack by Iran on Israeli soil may have some of the most significant political ramifications this year. As Israel seeks a Sunni-Israeli alliance against Iran and its Shia proxies, many are still asking questions.
Why did Iran directly attack Israel for the first time in its history? With support for Israel wavering from its allies, wouldn’t a direct attack from Iran re-bolster the world’s support for Israel? How was a direct attack in Iran’s best interest?
Escalating conflict abroad
Tehran, Iran (Photo courtesy of Khashayar Kouchpeyde...