Iran Sanctions
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Prof. Steve Hanke: Explosions Rock Strait Of Hormuz - Lebanon Ceasefire On The BRINK
Professor Steve Hanke dissects the geopolitical and economic complexities of US-Iran relations, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Israel-Lebanon conflict, arguing that US policy is driven by political spin and external lobbies, leading to predictable outcomes like Iran's control over vital shipping lanes and Israel's continued occupation of Lebanon.
BREAKING: IDF Besieges Trapped Hezbollah; US Eases Iran Sanctions; Iran THREATENS Trump | TBN Israel
Recent US sanctions relief on Iran, intended for a temporary peace agreement, has inadvertently empowered Iran's Revolutionary Guards with billions in oil revenue, exacerbating regional tensions and complicating Israel's efforts against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
PBS News Hour full episode, June 22, 2026
The U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Iran amid a new deconfliction mechanism for the Lebanon war, while the UK faces political upheaval with Keir Starmer's resignation, and a new DOJ memo threatens disability rights, all against a backdrop of rapidly melting glaciers and a tribute to economic titan Alan Greenspan.
US Strikes Tankers in Persian Gulf: Week 15 Blockade Recap
The US military escalated its blockade against Iran by striking three non-compliant vessels in the Gulf of Oman, resulting in three Indian crew member deaths, while a secret US-escorted transit route for other Gulf oil shipments emerged amid complex geopolitical negotiations.
John Helmer: Iran’s Unthinkable Move Triggers US & Israel – The Middle East Will Never Be the Same
Geopolitical strategist John Helmer breaks down how US and Russian election cycles are directly influencing ongoing wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, creating a complex landscape of 'permanent war' driven by domestic political pressures.
Larry Johnson: U.S. & Iran THROW DOWN Over the Strait of Hormuz "Ticking Time Bomb"
Larry Johnson dissects the complex, multi-front geopolitical landscape, arguing that US policy failures and Israeli extremism are driving regional realignments and escalating conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar: Israel’s Defeat BEGINS: Hezbollah & Yemen Just Hit HARD
Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar asserts that Hezbollah's asymmetric warfare is effectively degrading the IDF, while US military presence in the Middle East is shifting to Israel, driven by Netanyahu's strategy to prolong conflict and manipulate US involvement, leading to accusations of war crimes.
Tactical Victory or Strategic Failure? Secretary Hegseth on U.S. Control of the Strait of Hormuz
A congressional hearing reveals a sharp divide between military and political leaders on whether the U.S. truly controls the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the global economic fallout of its de facto closure to commercial traffic.
🚨 JESUS THE PLAN F*CKING WORKED 😂😂😂
The host celebrates what he perceives as a series of strategic victories for the Trump administration, from crippling Iran and leveraging China's weakness to pushing 'remigration' and 'anti-transgender' policies, while deriding perceived 'leftist' and 'anti-Trump' figures.
Richard Wolff & Michael Hudson: Iran’s Real Strategy Just Broke America’s Grip
Richard Wolff and Michael Hudson argue that US foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran, is based on 'fantasies' and 'propaganda,' signaling a decline of the American empire as global powers like China and Iran forge new economic and military 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.
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.
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.
No Way Out? Breaking Down the Week 9 Strait of Hormuz Closure
Global shipping faces a historic crisis as dual blockades in the Strait of Hormuz, resurgent Somali piracy, and challenges to international maritime law disrupt oil and commodity flows, driving up prices and creating geopolitical instability.
BREAKING: Iran DIGS For Missiles; Trump Says SEIZE Uranium; Hormuz Crisis Grows | TBN Israel
The US naval blockade is choking Iran's economy and oil exports, pushing the regime to internal conflict and desperate measures like digging for buried missiles, while Trump threatens to seize uranium and Gulf states align closer with Israel.
Richard Wolff & Michael Hudson: US Dominance Is Collapsing… And Iran Is Holding the Knife
Economists Richard Wolff and Michael Hudson argue that US military and financial strategies against Iran are accelerating America's global economic decline, pushing nations towards a China-Russia-Iran alliance and de-dollarization.
BREAKING: U.S. BLOCKADE Chokes Iran; Navy Stops Gaza Flotilla | TBN Israel
The US naval blockade is economically choking Iran, forcing it to revive old oil tankers and face an imminent oil crisis, while European allies show reluctance to join a coalition, and Israel intercepts a Gaza flotilla deemed a Hamas provocation amidst rising anti-Semitism.
BREAKING: Iran DROWNS In Oil; Trump Weighs War; IDF Hits Hezbollah | TBN Israel
Iran faces an imminent economic collapse due to a US naval blockade causing an oil storage crisis, while its attempts to negotiate a partial deal are met with firm US demands for an all-inclusive agreement on nuclear, missile, and proxy issues.
🚨 BREAKING: UAE Declares Oil WAR On Iran - IRGC Infrastructure Collapsing
The UAE's decision to exit OPEC, effective May 1, 2026, is framed as a strategic move to dismantle Iran's oil influence, leading to lower global oil prices and new regional alliances.
BREAKING: Hezbollah RAGES As U.S. Hormuz Blockade CRUSHES Iran; FBI Launches Probe | TBN Israel
The US naval blockade is pushing Iran's oil infrastructure to the brink of collapse, inflicting massive daily economic losses, while Hezbollah escalates tensions in Lebanon to derail potential peace talks with Israel.
BREAKING: Trump CHOKES Iran; Hormuz Pressure Builds; Hezbollah Drone Kills IDF Soldier | TBN Israel
This episode details the escalating multi-front conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, highlighting economic warfare, asymmetrical tactics in the Strait of Hormuz, and emerging regional alliances.
Larry Johnson: Iran JUST Escorted Tankers Past US Blockade – Israel Waiting for Greenlight to ATTACK
Larry Johnson argues that the US blockade on Iran is largely ineffective, US missile stockpiles are severely depleted, and President Trump's mental state is a critical factor driving dangerous, ill-conceived military and economic policies.
BREAKING: Iran Leaders SCRAMBLE As U.S. Amps Pressure; Hezbollah PLEADS Iran For Help | TBN Israel
The US-led naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz is inflicting severe economic damage on Iran, deepening internal rifts within its leadership, and pushing the regime towards a deal on American terms, despite Iran's asymmetric 'mosquito fleet' tactics.
Matthew Hoh: US Missiles Are GONE – Here’s What the Pentagon Isn’t Telling You
Matthew Hoh reveals the US military's critical missile depletion and the geopolitical motivations behind a shaky ceasefire with Iran, exposing a 'modus vivendi' that reshapes regional power dynamics and US foreign policy.