An Iranian scholar has accused the US and Israel of seeking to control West Asia's vast resources, calling their ambitions a threat to regional stability. Seyed Mohammad Marandi, a professor at Tehran University, made the claims in a recent interview with China Media Group, citing escalating tensions following deadly airstrikes in late February 2026.
🔍 Marandi argued that leaked Epstein files and US support for Israel's military actions in Gaza reveal a 'genocide-backed agenda.' He claimed Washington's 'Israel First' policy enables Tel Aviv's goal to dominate oil, natural gas, and strategic Gulf territories—effectively turning West Asia into a joint US-Israeli sphere of influence.
💥 The remarks follow a dramatic escalation: On February 28, US-Israeli airstrikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and multiple high-ranking officials. Iran retaliated with strikes on US bases in the Gulf and Israeli targets, causing regional spillover effects that impacted neighboring countries.
🌐 Analysts warn the conflict could reshape global energy markets, with West Asia accounting for over 48% of the world's oil reserves. Young professionals and investors are closely watching how the turmoil might affect renewable energy transitions and tech-driven economies.
