Middle East
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Economist Jeffrey Sachs: U.S.-Israeli "War of Choice," Assault on U.N. Charter Could Lead to WWIII
Jeffrey Sachs argues that current U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran constitute a 'war of blatant aggression' and a 'war of choice' that flagrantly violates the UN Charter, pushing the world towards a potential World War III and economic calamity.
‘Trump Needs to APOLOGIZE!’ Will Iran Claim Victory Over America? | Plus Professor Jiang Interview
This episode dissects the escalating war with Iran, exploring its economic ramifications, political motivations, and the controversial predictions of a game theorist who foresaw the conflict and a US defeat.
Iranian American Scholar Narges Bajoghli on the History of U.S.-Iran Relations
An Iranian American scholar details how escalating US-Israel military actions and Trump-era sanctions have fueled extreme polarization within Iran, strengthened nationalism, and led to a global economic counter-strategy focused on oil markets.
Pepe Escobar: Iran Just Served the U.S. an “Eviction Notice” — What Happens Next?
Iran has issued an "eviction notice" to the US, demanding withdrawal, sanctions lift, and nuclear program autonomy, signaling a strategic defeat for the US and a potential global economic collapse.
Scott Ritter: The U.S. Has Lost and Is Trapped in the Iran War With No Way Out
Former Marine intelligence officer Scott Ritter asserts the U.S. has already lost the war with Iran due to strategic failures, war crimes, and a profound misunderstanding of Iranian capabilities and objectives.
Trump’s Iran War Narrative Doesn’t Match Reality (w/ Laura Rozen & Sonny Bunch) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the Trump administration's incoherent Iran policy, highlighting a lack of expertise and conflicting interests, then pivots to a critical examination of AI's dystopian impact on society and media consolidation.
Mohammad Marandi: Iran Chooses New Supreme Leader — The War of Attrition Begins
Professor Mohammad Marandi details Iran's unwavering stance and strategic responses in a war of attrition against the US and its allies, asserting Iran's determination to fundamentally reshape regional security.
WATCH: Hegseth says Tuesday will be 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran
Military leaders provided an update on 'Operation Epic Fury,' detailing significant degradation of Iran's missile and drone capabilities, naval assets, and industrial base, while emphasizing a scoped mission to prevent nuclear weapons and avoid past 'quagmires.'
Iran's Regional War Strategy is Failing (w/ Norman Roule) | Shield of the Republic
Former intelligence official Norman Roule details why Iran's current leadership structure makes a US-backed 'Venezuela playbook' for regime change impossible and how Tehran's regional 'messaging attacks' are backfiring, solidifying Gulf state opposition.
🚨 BREAKING: Iran's Oil Sites DESTROYED - Israel Targets Mojtaba Khamenei
Israel and the US launched extensive strikes on Iranian oil facilities and military targets, escalating regional conflict while internal divisions reportedly grow within Iran's leadership.
🚨 IRAN RELEASED A F*CKING APOLOGY VIDEO 😂😂😂
The host celebrates recent US military actions in Iran and Venezuela, framing them as decisive victories under Trump's 'peace through strength' doctrine, leading to Iran's 'apology' and a new anti-cartel coalition in the Americas.
War Update: Israel’s True Motives, Potential False Flags, and Oncoming Global Crisis
Tucker Carlson and guest Brandon Weikert argue that the ongoing conflict in Iran is driven by a hidden religious agenda to rebuild the Third Temple, potentially orchestrated by Israel with US complicity, leading to a global religious war and exposing critical US military vulnerabilities.
War powers resolution vote forced by Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie on Iran war
A heated congressional debate unfolds over President Trump's military actions against Iran, pitting constitutional war powers against the executive's authority to defend against perceived imminent threats.
"They ALL Bow to Israel!" US ‘Wave of Strikes’ As Trump Iran Plan Slammed
A fiery panel debates the true motives behind recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with accusations of political flip-flopping, Israeli influence over US foreign policy, and the definition of courage in conflict.
BREAKING: Israel F-35 SHOOTS Iran Jet; U.S. SINKS Submarine; Hezbollah Fires at Israel | TBN Israel
Israel's F-35 achieves a historic first by downing an Iranian fighter jet, while US forces dismantle Iran's naval power and Hezbollah escalates attacks, pushing the Middle East conflict into a multi-layered, internationalized war.
'A Regime Change War With NO PLAN!' Is Attack on Iran Really 'America First'?
Donald Trump's decision to launch military strikes against Iran sparks a fierce debate over whether it betrays his 'America First' promise, risks a protracted war, and could destroy his presidency.
ESCALATION OUT OF CONTROL As US Embassies BURN
US officials Marco Rubio and Mike Johnson inadvertently revealed that the US strike on Iran was driven by Israel's intent to attack, leading to an uncontrolled escalation and global economic fallout.
BREAKING: Israel Reports BOOTS ON GROUND In Iran; Iran CLOSES HORMUZ; Gulf Hit By Drones
Israel and the United States launched a coordinated, multi-front offensive against Iran, including reported ground operations, air strikes on strategic targets, and pre-emptive financial warfare, leading to Iran's retaliatory closure of the Strait of Hormuz and a surge in global oil prices.
WAR HAS BEGUN | Timcast IRL #1460 w/ Seth Holehouse
The hosts and guest discuss a hypothetical US-Iran conflict, framing it as 'war has begun' and analyzing its geopolitical implications, domestic security risks, and the role of global powers like China and Israel.
3 US JETS CRASH! Trump Makes NUCLEAR THREATS As Americans K*LLED & ALL HELL BREAKS LOOSE!!
Host Kyle Kulinski argues that the US-Israel war against Iran, initiated by Trump and Netanyahu, has spiraled into a global catastrophe, causing massive casualties, economic shocks, and revealing a US military unpreparedness, all driven by alleged Israeli influence and Trump's incompetence.
Hegseth’s Press Conference Felt Like an SNL Sketch (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
The Bulwark hosts and guest Bill Kristol dissect the US-Iran conflict, highlighting the Trump administration's incoherent war objectives, chaotic communication, and the significant domestic political risks involved.
🚨 WTF!! NO ONE SAW THIS F*CKING COMING... 😭😭😭
The host aggressively frames recent geopolitical shifts, particularly US actions against Iran, as a necessary victory against a 'terrorist regime' and its domestic 'leftist' and 'Islamist' sympathizers, while lambasting perceived weakness in European leadership.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 2, 2026
A US-Israeli military assault on Iran triggers widespread retaliatory strikes, global economic disruption, and international condemnation, escalating conflicts across the Middle East and impacting domestic US politics.
Iranian American Scholars Denounce U.S.-Israeli Attack, Warn Regime Change Efforts Will Backfire
Iranian-American scholars condemn the US-Israeli attacks on Iran, arguing that regime change efforts are 'mission impossible' and only destroy the space for internal Iranian struggles while expanding regional conflict.