Professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi is an Iranian academic and media commentator, known for his articulate defense of Iranian geopolitical positions in Western and international media. As a professor at the University of Tehran, his work spans literature, postcolonial studies, and political analysis. Frequently interviewed on major international outlets, he provides an alternative narrative to dominant Western discourses on Iran, often spotlighting Western double standards. His commentaries and insights continued during the war against Iran and his calm demeanour and clear explanations have made him a leading voice defending Palestinian rights.