The speaker claims the US and Israel aim for a divide and rule strategy to provoke ethnic conflict and balkanize Iran into ethnic enclaves.

“Multiple sources confirm that neoconservative policy circles, particularly the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, have explicitly advocated for Iran's balkanization. The Jerusalem Post editorial called for partition and ethnic autonomy. Recent military operations include strikes on Kurdish-majority provinces and border security positions, suggesting peripheral destabilization. However, this represents a contested strategic objective promoted by some policy actors rather than an explicitly stated official US or Israeli government policy. Many analysts argue balkanization is unlikely due to strong Iranian national identity. Context: While balkanization is advocated by some influential neoconservative voices and appears reflected in targeting patterns, it remains a debated strategic objective rather than confirmed official policy. Iran's historical resilience and strong national identity make actual fragmentation unlikely despite military pressure.”