International Relations
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
“NATO Is DEAD” - The Insider Who Warned 4 Presidents About Iran | PBD #795
Professor Robert Pape, an academic who advised four US presidents, argues that NATO is functionally dead, US punishment-based foreign policy against Iran is failing, and China's integrated urban development model poses a significant, underestimated competitive threat.
How Iran's APOCALYPTIC Quest For Nuclear Weapons Brought Its Own Destruction | TBN Israel
Iran's apocalyptic quest for nuclear weapons and regional dominance led to a multi-year conflict with Israel and the US, ultimately dismantling its regime and reshaping the Middle East.
Saudis Turn On Trump | Mohammad Ali Shabani | TMR
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are recalibrating their alliances and regional strategies as they perceive declining US security commitments under Trump, leading to a significant rift between the two Gulf states and a growing role for China.
Tariff scam collapses as health panic explodes
A federal court struck down the Trump administration's latest tariff scheme, while officials downplayed economic woes and Trump exhibited erratic public behavior, all amidst a Republican strategy focused on manipulating voting systems rather than policy achievements.
‘Love Tap’: Trump BOMBS IRAN, Says Ceasefire STILL ON
Despite US airstrikes on Iranian territory, Trump insists a ceasefire remains in effect, while expert Jeremy Scill reveals Iran's surprising military resilience and internal debate over nuclear weapons.
LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 5/7/26
This episode exposes alleged political cover-ups, media manipulation, and a chaotic foreign policy under the Trump administration, revealing a pattern of self-serving actions and a disregard for democratic principles.
PBS News Hour full episode, May 7, 2026
This episode covers escalating U.S.-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, diplomatic efforts to mend U.S.-Vatican relations, the impact of a Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's congressional map, and the humanitarian crisis of African migration to the Canary Islands.
BREAKING: U.S. Strikes IRGC In Iran Again - ‘Ceasefire Deal’ Rejected
The US military launched strikes in Iran after the IRGC rejected a 'surrender deal' and initiated conflict by defying a US naval blockade, leading to escalating aerial clashes across multiple Iranian cities and the UAE.
LIVE: United States STRIKES IRAN AGAIN..US DESTROYERS ATTACKED?!! 5/7/2026
Amidst escalating tensions, the US and Iran exchanged military strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, while the host critiques the Trump administration's handling of the conflict and its broader geopolitical strategy.
"A Deal With BARBARIANS!" Scott Horton FIERY Debate On Iran War & Trump | With John Bolton
This fiery debate dissects the US-Israel strategy towards Iran, featuring John Bolton's call for regime change and Scott Horton's scathing critique of US foreign policy and Israel's actions.
“Trump has FAILED!” Victor Davis-Hanson vs Professor Roy Casagranda On Iran | With Mohammed Marandi
Two eminent historians and an Iranian professor fiercely debate whether the US-Iran conflict under Trump has strengthened American global standing or signaled its imperial decline, with sharp disagreements on military outcomes, economic impact, and regional alliances.
Pepe Escobar: China JUST Humiliated Trump’s Sanctions – Iran NOW Controls Hormuz
Pepe Escobar argues that the US has suffered a comprehensive strategic defeat in its conflict with Iran, leading to a new geopolitical order where Iran, backed by Russia and China, now controls the Strait of Hormuz and dictates terms for global energy transit.
LIVE: WAR ESCALATES…TRUMP IN DENIAL!!! 5/5/2026
The host critiques the Trump administration's handling of escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz and domestic issues, framing their actions as deceptive, self-serving, and detrimental to the economy and rule of law.
LIVE: Multiple Explosions In Iran - IRGC Attacks UAE Again - Trump Ready To Launch
Secretary of State Marco Rubio details the US's 'Project Freedom' to counter Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, outlining a defensive military operation, crippling economic sanctions, and diplomatic efforts to restore global trade and prevent nuclear proliferation.
Seyed M. Marandi: One Strike Wiped Out Trump’s Entire Plan – It’s Over
Iran asserts control over the Strait of Hormuz, leveraging global economic pressure and strategic patience to counter US and allied aggression, which is seen as failing and self-damaging.
John Helmer: China’s Unthinkable Move, Iran’s Response to US, New Middle East Reality
Geopolitical analyst John Helmer dissects Trump's Middle East strategy, Iran's countermoves in the Strait of Hormuz, and the potential for a US-China 'hegemonic partnership' at the expense of Russia and Iran.
BREAKING: U.S. Warships Launch Hormuz Op., Iran SEETHES, Threatens Strike | TBN Israel
The U.S. launched 'Operation Liberty' to escort neutral ships through the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with Iran, which views the move as a ceasefire violation and threatens military action, pushing the region to the brink of renewed conflict.
The Human Cost Of DOGE's Reckless Destruction Of USAID w/ Nicholas Enrich | MR Live
Nicholas Enrich, a former civil servant, exposes how the Trump administration's "Doge" team, driven by ignorance and malice, dismantled USAID, leading to hundreds of thousands of deaths and billions in wasted taxpayer money.
BREAKING: IRGC Launch WAR On UAE - Missiles From Iran Target Dubai - U.S. Navy Enter Hormuz
Iran's IRGC launched a major preemptive missile and drone attack on the UAE and international vessels, leading to immediate US military retaliation and an anticipated severe response from the UAE, potentially involving an Arab coalition.
BREAKING: Trump Launches PROJECT FREEDOM; Iran Threatens Ceasefire; U.S. Sends Force | TBN Israel
Donald Trump's 'Project Liberty' in the Strait of Hormuz, presented as a humanitarian effort, is analyzed as a strategic maneuver to isolate Iran and establish a new maritime order, risking direct confrontation while exposing Iran's internal vulnerabilities and shifting regional alliances.
Col. Jacques Baud: Trump’s FINAL Play Just COLLAPSED Israel
Colonel Jacques Baud dissects the escalating US-Iran confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz, revealing how Trump's inconsistent policies and Israel's actions are destabilizing the Middle East and accelerating a shift towards a multipolar world order where US unilateralism is increasingly ineffective.
Iran Sets Negotiation Terms | Jeremy Scahill | TMR
Jeremy Scahill reveals how Iran's sophisticated negotiation strategy and robust institutional structure allowed it to outmaneuver the US in recent talks, exposing American diplomatic incompetence and Israeli intelligence manipulation.
PBS News Hour full episode, May 1, 2026
President Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal while facing scrutiny over the War Powers Act and politicization of a White House security breach, as the Supreme Court weakens voting rights and a new book offers a path to peace in the Middle East.
Everything is great other than all of this stuff
David Pakman exposes how rising gas prices, a taxpayer-funded White House ballroom, and Canada's diplomatic shift away from the US reveal a disconnect between political rhetoric and economic reality, often obscured by media spectacle.