CLEAN: Iran wants 'plausible deniability' on alleged Saudi blow up

The transcript discusses Iran's strategic use of plausible deniability to avoid repercussions for its actions, particularly through the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which is involved in exporting Iran's revolutionary ideology and implicated in terrorist activities. It highlights the impact of U.S. restrictions on Hezbollah operatives and Iran's potential shift to other groups. The text also mentions Iran's history of bold operations, including the involvement of its current defense minister in the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing. Finally, it touches on a personal preference for working in a think tank environment over government due to bureaucracy.

What is the primary role of the Quds Force within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps?

• To defend Iran's borders

• To export Iran's revolutionary ideology

• To manage Iran's domestic policies

• To oversee Iran's economic development

Why might Iran consider reaching out to groups other than Hezbollah for operations in the United States?

• To improve diplomatic relations

• Due to financial constraints

• To diversify their strategic alliances

• Because of the No Fly List restrictions

What is a significant challenge Iran faces when deploying traditional Hezbollah operatives?

• International travel restrictions

• Internal political opposition

• Insufficient funding

• Lack of training

Who is implicated as the mastermind behind the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing?

• The Supreme Leader of Iran

• The Foreign Minister of Iran

• The President of Iran

• The Defense Minister of Iran, Achmed Vahidi

What international action has been taken against Iran's Defense Minister due to his alleged involvement in the Buenos Aires bombing?

• A travel ban

• An Interpol red notice

• Economic sanctions

• A diplomatic warning