OPINION_ The Iranian Regime Is in Worse Shape Than Previously Thought ( Rick Moran - PJ Media)

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The Iranian Regime Is in Worse Shape Than Previously Thought 

Rick Moran | 2:48 PM on January 29, 2026

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Talks between the U.S. and Iran to curb its nuclear and missile programs have ended with Iran obstinately refusing to agree to restrictions on both weapons systems.

This was to be expected. Iran sees both programs as critical to national sovereignty. Their nuclear program is evidence of their "great power" status. Their missile program challenges Israel, although recent history would suggest Israel can knock most Iranian missiles out of the sky before they do any damage.

Both programs are seen as non-negotiable pillars of security and sovereignty for the Iranian state. In short, Iran simply couldn't give either of those programs up.

This almost certainly means that Donald Trump will launch a devastating strike as soon as he has deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to the Middle East, warning that a potential attack would be "far worse" than previous strikes.

Representatives from Israel and Saudi Arabia have been in Washington all week, talking to their American counterparts. Israel has brought potential targeting information for the U.S., including targeting individuals and institutions responsible for the horrific crackdown on protesters.

Meanwhile, the Saudis are looking to head off any strike at all. They fear a regional war if Iran decides to unleash a massive attack on Israel, U.S. bases, and other U.S. friends in the region. Iran possesses about 3,000 missiles capable of hitting Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states.

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