As tensions between Iran and the United States continue to dominate regional politics, debate is intensifying over the legitimacy of Tehran's military response, the role of Western governments and media, and shifting public perceptions across the Middle East and beyond.
In this interview, Sakina Datoo, journalist and political activist examines the narratives surrounding the conflict, the geopolitical calculations of regional states, and the broader implications for Iran's standing, arguing that the evolving crisis is reshaping both regional alliances and international public opinion.