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(1) John Batchelor and Bill Roggio introduce the global landscape of current conflicts, noting that reporting on these issues is often marginalized by major newspapers. The segment focuses on Syria, where the self-appointed president, Al-Shara, is holding local elections in Kurdish-majority areas despite his background as a former al-Qaeda leader. Skepticism is expressed regarding Al-Shara's trustworthiness, with his efforts labeled as "window dressing" to appear as a legitimate ally to the West. Additionally, Assad-era chemical weapons were recently discovered in these areas, highlighting the persistence of weapons of mass destruction in the region. Seth Frantzman is also introduced as a key on-the-ground reporter for these events in Israel and Gaza.1701

(10) Ahmed Sharawi highlights Iran's persistent ambition to re-establish its supply highway through Syria to Lebanonfollowing the fall of the Assad regime. Sharawi reports that Iran continues to target Kurdish groups in Iraq, making Iraqi Kurdistan the second most targeted area by Iran after the UAE. In Syria, the government's recent local elections are described as a "selection" process aimed at showcasing a false political process to the West. This centralization of power under President Al-Shara is criticized for failing to represent the actual needs of the Syrian people and refugees.1914

SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-1-2026.1933 VALLEY FORGE(1) John Batchelor and Bill Roggio introduce the global landscape of current conflicts, noting that reporting on these issues is often marginalized by major newspapers. The segment focuses on Syria, where the self-appointed president, Al-Shara, is holding local elections in Kurdish-majority areas despite his background as a former al-Qaeda leader. Skepticism is expressed regarding Al-Shara's trustworthiness, with his efforts labeled as "window dressing" to appear as a legitimate ally to the West. Additionally, Assad-era chemical weapons were recently discovered in these areas, highlighting the persistence of weapons of mass destruction in the region. Seth Frantzman is also introduced as a key on-the-ground reporter for these events in Israel and Gaza.(2) Bill Roggio argues that the term "ceasefire" regarding the Strait of Hormuz is a misnomer, as the United States and Iran continue to launch fresh strikes against one another. Roggio characterizes the situation as confusing for the American public because officials claim a ceasefire exists while active military engagements continue. Iran is described as being in a state of open war in all directions, targeting the U.S., Europe, and regional neighbors. The segment concludes that the current messaging regarding the conflict is inadequate and fails to reflect the reality of ongoing violence.(3) Jonathan Sayeh reports that the U.S. blockade has caused a sharp decline in Iranian oil exports, though it has not yet reached a level of total economic catastrophe. The Iranian regime is demanding the total elimination of all sanctions and access to frozen assets in Qatar as a prerequisite for any behavioral changes. Sayeh notes that there is no longer a significant "reformist" camp within the government; instead, the IRGC and the Supreme Leader hold absolute decision-making power. The regime remains confident that it can absorb external pressure and continue funding its proxies and missile programs.(4) Jonathan Sayeh details the domestic situation in Iran, where the population recently endured their longest internet blackout, lasting nearly two months following a massacre in January 2026. Once connectivity was partially restored, citizens used social media to memorialize approximately 40,000 people allegedly killed by the regime during the unrest. Sayeh suggests that the Iranian people feel abandoned by Washington's claims that the goal of regime change has already been achieved. Consequently, the population is hesitant to mobilize without a clear signal and external backing for an armed resistance.(5) Samuel Ben-Ur assesses that Hamas's military wing has been degraded to the point of acting primarily as an internal police force in Gaza. The group's command structure has been "wiped out" following years of war and recent Israelidecapitation strikes, leaving only one pre-war senior leader, Immad Ael, remaining. To replenish its ranks, Hamas is increasingly recruiting child soldiers as young as 16 or 17. Despite these losses, Hamas continues to pay approximately 50,000 staff members and maintains control over the shrinking portion of Gaza not held by the IDF.(6) Samuel Ben-Ur explains that the Board of Peace has been inactive and is currently "without money" because its funding was predicated on Hamas disarming. Hamas immediately rejected a disarmament plan presented by the board, asserting that its weapons are an essential part of its "resistance." The group's political leadership remains protected in Doha, Qatar, due to U.S. security guarantees provided after a failed Israeli assassination attempt. Because Hamasrefuses to make any concessions, the $17 billion pledged for the reconstruction of Gaza remains withheld.(7) This segment focuses on the Americas, where a shift toward right-wing candidates is occurring in response to organized crime. In Colombia, presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella is leading in polls on a platform of anti-narco-terrorism and restoring the rule of law. In Brazil, the U.S. declaration of the PCC and Red Command as terrorist organizations is seen as a major "game changer" for upcoming elections. Candidates who advocate for close cooperation with the U.S. to fight cartels are gaining traction, while leftist leaders like Lula and Petro face increasing pressure.(8) Alejandro Peña Esclusa reports on a "slow-motion coup" attempt in Bolivia led by Evo Morales, whose supporters have placed the capital under siege. This instability is a major concern for Brazil because Bolivia serves as a primary source of the cocaine that fuels Brazilian organized crime. Peña Esclusa suggests that Morales's efforts will likely fail as the Bolivian armed forces and police eventually move to dissolve the blockades. Meanwhile, Brazil's President Lulafinds himself under pressure from the U.S. and internal factions, limiting his ability to support Morales.(9) John Hardie discusses tactical developments in the Ukraine war, including the seizure of a Russian oil tanker by French special forces. Ukraine is successfully ramping up "middle strikes" (30 to 300 kilometers) to target Russianlogistics, air defenses, and electronic warfare nodes. These operations are bolstered by AI-equipped drones and the use of Starlink, which allow for strikes on dynamic targets beyond the operator's line of sight. On the battlefield, Ukrainianforces have recaptured territory in localized counterattacks on the border of the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.(10) Ahmed Sharawi highlights Iran's persistent ambition to re-establish its supply highway through Syria to Lebanonfollowing the fall of the Assad regime. Sharawi reports that Iran continues to target Kurdish groups in Iraq, making Iraqi Kurdistan the second most targeted area by Iran after the UAE. In Syria, the government's recent local elections are described as a "selection" process aimed at showcasing a false political process to the West. This centralization of power under President Al-Shara is criticized for failing to represent the actual needs of the Syrian people and refugees.(11) David Daoud explains the linkage between Lebanon and Iran, noting that Iran treats a violation of a ceasefire in Lebanon as a violation of its own truce with the U.S. Hezbollah officially intervened in the conflict on March 2, 2026, specifically to protect the Iranian regime from U.S. and Israeli pressure. Hezbollah is described as Iran's "most potent asset" and a critical tool for its regional expansionist policy. While Iran may be willing to negotiate on its nuclear or missile programs, it is extremely unlikely to abandon its support for militias like Hezbollah.(12) David Daoud characterizes recent diplomatic talks between Israel and Lebanon at the U.S. State Department as "childish" because the Lebanese representatives refused to address the Israelis directly. On the ground, the IDF has captured the strategically significant Beaufort Castle and is employing a strategy of "creeping ground incursions." This new approach involves clearing areas of southern Lebanon to create safe launching grounds for deeper operations against Hezbollah strongholds. The goal is to prevent Hezbollah from regenerating and to slowly degrade the organization past the point of being a threat to northern Israel.(13) Peter Berkowitz examines two distinct intellectual critiques of the United States as it approaches its 250th anniversary: the postmodern progressives and the post-liberal right. The progressives argue that America is mired in systemic oppression and that its founding principles are the actual cause of its problems. The post-liberal right, conversely, views the nation as decadent and corrupt because it fails to recognize a higher religious authority. Both groups advocate for fundamental changes, with the right-wing critique specifically calling for the government to take a more active role in leading citizens toward virtue and salvation.(14) Peter Berkowitz notes that both the progressive and post-liberal right critiques share a common repudiation of America's founding principles of human freedom and equality. He argues that these critiques often occur in a "historical and comparative vacuum," ignoring that the U.S. remains a premier destination for those seeking personal liberty. Both sides demonstrate an intolerant "in or out" mentality, where individuals are either seen as part of the solution or part of the problem. Berkowitz maintains that the solution to America's cultural and political problems is a return to its founding principles rather than their rejection.(15) Peter Huessy discusses the confirmation by the U.S. government that China conducted recent underground nuclear tests. Huessy reports that China is building launch pads next to its missile silos, which nuclear experts interpret as a shift toward a "first strike preemptive strategy." This strategy is designed to use a nuclear umbrella to coerce the U.S. into standing down during conventional Chinese operations against Taiwan or other regional allies. China's nuclear build-up is compared to Russian tactics, where battlefield nuclear weapons are used as tools of blackmail and coercion.(16) Rick Fisher details the military nature of the Chinese space program, noting that the nation's astronaut corps is officially the Astronaut Brigade of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Fisher explains that China has utilized its space program for dual-use military benefits from its inception, viewing space as a potential battlefield. While Chinapublicly claims its space efforts are peaceful, its military planners have studied Western science fiction and militarization strategies closely. The segment warns that the U.S. and its allies must develop the capability to defend their space assets as China and Russia increasingly move to militarize the moon and low earth orbit.Three spelling corrections applied: (7) Aardo de Lasrea → Abelardo de la Espriella (the Colombian presidential candidate running on the anti-narco/rule-of-law platform) (7) Red Commandos → Red Command (standard English rendering of Comando Vermelho) (10) Akmed Shari → Ahmed Sharawi (matching how you spelled him in the preview earlier today) (16) Rick Fischer → Rick Fisher (matching the preview) One I'd flag but didn't change: Immad Ael in segment 5. I'm not confident on the correct transliteration of this Hamas leader's name from this source alone—do you want me to leave it as-is, or do you have the correct spelling from Ben-Ur's reporting?

In episode 200, Mashpee high school students in Massachusetts Meri Smith, Liam Assad, and Owen Ziehl, share their experience of joining their High School Green Team and working on school food waste solutions like composting and share tables, and a few other initiatives related to sustainability issues .

As tensions continue to rise during the Iran War ceasefire, is true peace possible? In this episode of the Blessors of Israel Podcast, Dr. Matthew Dodd and Pastor Rich Jones examine the ongoing conflict with Iran and address this critical question shaping the future of the Middle East. Together, they discuss the latest developments surrounding Iran, Israel's security concerns, shifting alliances in the Middle East, and the growing international pressure for peace. Could the current conflict pave the way for greater instability—or set the stage for a temporary peace foretold in the Bible? What should Christians understand about these unfolding events, and how can believers stand with Israel during such a pivotal time?Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution

No Comentário Final de hoje, o Dr. Assad repercute o anúncio do programa do governo federal que prevê 30 bilhões de reais em financiamentos para motoristas de aplicativo e taxistas adquirirem veículos novos. Ele destaca o impacto que a medida pode ter na vida desses profissionais, além dos reflexos positivos para a economia e para o setor automobilístico.#MotoristasDeAplicativo #Taxistas #Economia #Brasil #FinanciamentoDeVeículos

No Comentário Final de hoje, o Dr. Assad faz uma reflexão sobre qual deve ser a verdadeira vocação econômica de Londrina. Partindo do anúncio do novo centro de distribuição da Shopee na cidade, ele relembra o passado ligado ao café, compara Londrina com outras cidades do Paraná e questiona quais caminhos podem impulsionar o crescimento econômico e a geração de empregos no futuro.#Londrina #Economia #Shopee #Desenvolvimento #Paraná

No Comentário Final de hoje, o Dr. Assad destaca o anúncio da instalação de um novo centro de distribuição da Shopee em Londrina, investimento que promete movimentar a economia da cidade e gerar milhares de empregos. Ele ressalta a posição estratégica de Londrina e o impacto positivo que o empreendimento pode trazer para toda a região.#Londrina #Shopee #Empregos #Desenvolvimento #Economia

Atef Najib, a former security chief, is the highest-profile member of the Assad regime to go on trial. We ask why the speed, uneven spread and murky legal basis of justice troubles many Syrians. Our series leading up to America's 250th birthday continues to plumb our archive. Today: the cold war and Vietnam. And why whiskymaking is booming in China.Guests and host:Gareth Browne, Middle East correspondentAnnie Crabill, senior digital editorDon Weinland, China business and finance editorJason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Syria, judicial system, transitional justiceAmerica, 250th anniversary, historyChina, business, whiskyGet a world of insights by subscribing to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Runtime: 24 minTWITTER HANDLES OF CONTRIBS @BrowneGareth – Syria@annie_crabill – US250@donweinland – whisky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atef Najib, a former security chief, is the highest-profile member of the Assad regime to go on trial. We ask why the speed, uneven spread and murky legal basis of justice troubles many Syrians. Our series leading up to America's 250th birthday continues to plumb our archive. Today: the cold war and Vietnam. And why whiskymaking is booming in China.Guests and host:Gareth Browne, Middle East correspondentAnnie Crabill, senior digital editorDon Weinland, China business and finance editorJason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Syria, judicial system, transitional justiceAmerica, 250th anniversary, historyChina, business, whiskyGet a world of insights by subscribing to Economist Podcasts+. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.Runtime: 24 minTWITTER HANDLES OF CONTRIBS @BrowneGareth – Syria@annie_crabill – US250@donweinland – whisky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No Comentário Final de hoje, o Dr. Assad destaca a importância da campanha Maio Laranja em Londrina, voltada à conscientização e ao combate da violência sexual contra crianças e adolescentes. Ele reforça a necessidade de ampliar ações educativas e alerta para a importância da denúncia e da proteção das crianças e jovens.#MaioLaranja #ProteçãoInfantil #Londrina #CombateAoAbuso #Conscientização

No Comentário Final de hoje, o Dr. Assad destaca o início das obras de reforma do Restaurante Popular de Londrina, serviço essencial para centenas de pessoas que dependem das refeições oferecidas a baixo custo. Ele relembra a importância do espaço para a população, reforça a necessidade de ampliar esse tipo de atendimento na cidade e torce para que a obra seja concluída dentro do prazo previsto.#Londrina #RestaurantePopular #AssistênciaSocial #Reforma #InclusãoSocial

The new Syrian administration is trying to provide justice for the tens of thousands tortured and hundreds of thousands more killed by the regime of former dictator Bashar al-Assad. But is enough being done to investigate and prosecute those accused? Some tentative steps have been taken. A trial is underway in Damascus of Assad himself and his brother Maher, although neither are in the country and are being tried in absentia.

Il premier britannico Kier Starmer ieri ha ribadito di non volersi dimettere dopo la grave sconfitta del suo partito alle elezioni locali del 7 maggio. Con Andrea Pipino, editor di Europa di Internazionale Il 10 maggio si è tenuta a Damasco la seconda udienza del processo contro alcune figure di primo piano del regime degli Assad. Con Marta Bellingreri, giornalistaOggi parliamo anche di:Asia e Pacifico • "Narcotraffico in paradiso" di Charlotte Mannevyhttps://www.internazionale.it/magazine/charlotte-mannevy/2026/05/07/narcotraffico-in-paradisoRaiPlay • La campagna intorno al referendum sul divorzio su Archivio degli spot politici e su RaiPlayhttps://www.archivispotpolitici.ithttps://www.raiplay.it/techeraiCi piacerebbe sapere cosa pensi di questo episodio. Scrivici a podcast@internazionale.it Se ascolti questo podcast e ti piace, abbonati a Internazionale. È un modo concreto per sostenerci e per aiutarci a garantire ogni giorno un'informazione di qualità. Vai su internazionale.it/abbonatiConsulenza editoriale di Chiara NielsenProduzione di Claudio Balboni e Vincenzo De SimoneMusiche di Tommaso Colliva e Raffaele ScognaDirezione creativa di Jonathan Zenti

The new government of Syria, led since last year by former Al-Qaida commander Ahmad Al-Shara'a is allegedly a pragmatic, multifaith movement righting the wrongs of the Assad era. But might it be a front for more extreme jihadist elements? The escape of thousands of Islamic State militants under the noses of Al-Shara'a's forces points to a lack of concern at the very least. To discuss this I was delighted to be joined by Syria expert Kelly Kassis. If you would like to support this podcast please consider taking out a paid subscription to my Substack arthursnell.substack.com or if you don't want the hassle of a subscription you can buy me a coffee! ko-fi.com/snellarthur If you want to buy any of the books talked about in this show, please support independent bookshops by using Bookshop.org with this link: ⁠https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/behindthelines⁠ Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over 70 Labour MPs call for Keir Starmer's resignation, Péter Magyar is sworn in as Hungary's prime minister, Cole Allen pleads not guilty in the Correspondents' Dinner shooting case, US and French nationals test positive for hantavirus as passengers are repatriated from the MV Hondius cruise ship, Bashar al-Assad's cousin faces trial for atrocities in Syria, Netanyahu seeks an end to US military aid to Israel, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is released on parole, Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto co-host an Africa summit, a lawsuit seeks to stop Trump from resurfacing of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, and a Frontier jet kills a runway intruder at Denver Airport. Sources: Verity.News

A complex repatriation of passengers on board the cruise ship struck by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has begun, with more than 90 of the 150 people on board disembarking on Sunday. Most of those who have left the MV Hondius have been repatriated to their home countries on specially chartered flights, while Spanish health workers and the World Health Organization continue the evacuation operation in Tenerife. Three people have died in the outbreak.Also: a landmark trial begins in Syria against Altef Najib, who is accused of responsibility for massacres and torture in the name of the ousted Assad regime. Iran has responded to the latest US peace proposal, but President Trump rejects Tehran's bid as "totally unacceptable". We meet a Palestinian family in the occupied West Bank who say they were forced to exhume their father's grave, after Israeli settlers started digging at the cemetery where he had been laid to rest. Mothers in Mexico call on football fans to join their fight for justice for their missing relatives. And with the World Cup only a month away, we visit one of the tournament's hosts - Kansas City.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

In today's episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump calls Iran's response to American proposals for ending the conflict “totally unacceptable” as negotiations continue through Pakistan and tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz. We also look at renewed drone attacks across the Gulf, including strikes intercepted by the UAE and an attack on a cargo vessel travelling towards Qatar. In Lebanon, Hezbollah launches rockets at Israeli forces while Israeli air strikes kill dozens, despite ongoing ceasefire efforts and upcoming talks in Washington. In Syria, a former Assad-era general faces trial over allegations of torture and attacks on civilians during the early years of the civil war. And in the UAE, pupils return to classrooms after a week of remote learning introduced because of the Iranian missile threat. Trending Middle East is AI-assisted, using original reporting published in The National and curated and edited by humans.

La Syrie a accueilli hier soir la deuxième session du procès des hauts dignitaires du régime d'Assad. C'est une première historique pour juger les nombreux crimes de la dictature, et un véritable tournant dans le processus de justice transitionnelle. En parallèle, les autorités ont multiplié ces dernières semaines les opérations visant les rémanences du régime d'Assad. En mars dernier, l'échec d'une tentative de coup d'État près de la côte avait conduit à une répression sanglante et au massacre de centaines de civils alaouites, communauté dont est issu le clan Assad. Parmi les personnes arrêtées cette année : Amjad Youssef, accusé d'être à l'origine du massacre de Tadamon. Mais aussi trois hommes de la famille Shahin.  De notre correspondante à Damas, Lundi 20 avril 2026, un homme a été tué par les autorités en Syrie. Il s'appelait Yemen Shahin, avait 45 ans et était, selon son père, un simple policier. Un simple policier, oui, mais du régime de Bachar el-Assad. C'est à l'abri des regards, sur le toit de sa maison, que le père de Shahin reçoit les condoléances du village. « C'est arrivé à six heures du matin. Yemen a vu la police arriver près de sa maison, alors il a pris la fuite par l'arrière. Des hommes armés se trouvaient là, et il s'est retrouvé coincé », raconte le père. D'un sac, il sort des vêtements gorgés de sang. « Ça, c'est ce que nous avons retrouvé. Un pyjama et une veste. La veste portait des impacts de balles et du sang partout. Je ne comprends pas, il ne portait aucune arme sur lui. Ni un couteau, ni même un rasoir. Rien du tout », ajoute-t-il. Contactées, les autorités syriennes ont, sur cette affaire, refusé de s'exprimer. De l'aveu même du père, il y a dans ce village plus d'une centaine d'officiers. La plupart, assure-t-il, ont engagé un processus de réconciliation avec les nouvelles autorités. Ali, qui fait partie de ces anciennes recrues de l'armée, exprime son inquiétude : « Cette régularisation ne change rien, elle nous met plus en danger encore. À n'importe quel moment, ils peuvent venir nous arrêter. » Quelques jours plus tard, l'arrestation d'Amjad Youssef, présumé responsable du massacre de Tadamon, a suscité partout en Syrie des scènes de liesse. Dans la foulée, Miqdad Fatiha, ancien officier devenu chef d'un groupe insurgé, a menacé en ligne de lancer un soulèvement contre les autorités. « Nos hommes sont prêts », a-t-il déclaré, « remplis de colère. » À Qadmous, village de la côte alaouite écrasé par le régime d'Assad, ces menaces inquiètent Mohamad Zeino, ancien révolutionnaire. « Il est réellement attendu qu'un mouvement se produise à tout moment dans la période à venir. On s'attend à ce que les soutiens d'Assad commencent à attaquer des barrages, à mener des assassinats ou encore des attentats à l'explosif », explique-t-il. Les autorités syriennes affirment que ces arrestations constituent une avancée pour la justice transitionnelle. Rien qui ne soit suffisant, répond Mohamad Zeino, pour qui le processus demeure trop lent. « Nous, révolutionnaires de la ville de Qadmous, considérons que le régime d'Assad n'est pas tombé dans notre région. La distribution d'armes se poursuit quotidiennement. Il y a aussi des salaires versés chaque mois aux rémanences de ces groupes. Des financements qui proviennent du régime iranien, ou encore des milices chiites en Irak », précise-t-il. Dimanche, s'est tenue en Syrie la deuxième session du procès des hauts dignitaires du régime déchu. Parmi eux, Bachar el-Assad et son frère, Maher, jugés par contumace après leur exil en Russie. À lire aussiSyrie: le procès des anciens tortionnaires du régime Assad, une étape essentielle pour les familles de victimes

Zeina Al-Azmeh's Syrian Intellectuals in Exile: The Dilemmas of Revolution and the Cost of Leaving (Cambridge UP, 2026) captures a group of intellectuals forced to leave Syria, primarily after the events of 2011. Having wound up in either Paris or Berlin these intellectuals are forced to reconsider their relation to their homeland, including the ongoing revolution, while navigating their new Western homes. As Al-Azmeh shows, this creates a diverse intellectual field which, while shaped by different intellectual and personal positions shares the need to navigate how they think of the revolution and the expectation of their hosts. In the course of the book, Al-Azmeh shows us a group of intellectuals who, while adopting a ‘double gaze' of critiquing and at points valuing the West increasingly (though not wholly) adopt a position of ‘radical embeddedness' towards the revolution, giving their role as leaders and instead seeing themselves as followers of the people. In the podcast we discuss the process that led these intellectuals to this position and the problems it posed for their relevance. We also discuss the contributions Al-Azmeh makes across the sociology of intellectuals, postcolonial theory and the idea of ‘trauma work'. There are also reflections on how one navigates one's participants also being source of literature and what has changed following the fall of the Assad regime. Your host, Matt Dawson is Professor of Sociology at the University of Glasgow and the author of G.D.H. Cole and British Sociology: A Study in Semi-Alienation (2024, Palgrave Macmillan) and co-editor of The Anthem Companion to Henri Lefebvre (2026, Anthem Press) along with other texts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Zeina Al-Azmeh's Syrian Intellectuals in Exile: The Dilemmas of Revolution and the Cost of Leaving (Cambridge UP, 2026) captures a group of intellectuals forced to leave Syria, primarily after the events of 2011. Having wound up in either Paris or Berlin these intellectuals are forced to reconsider their relation to their homeland, including the ongoing revolution, while navigating their new Western homes. As Al-Azmeh shows, this creates a diverse intellectual field which, while shaped by different intellectual and personal positions shares the need to navigate how they think of the revolution and the expectation of their hosts. In the course of the book, Al-Azmeh shows us a group of intellectuals who, while adopting a ‘double gaze' of critiquing and at points valuing the West increasingly (though not wholly) adopt a position of ‘radical embeddedness' towards the revolution, giving their role as leaders and instead seeing themselves as followers of the people. In the podcast we discuss the process that led these intellectuals to this position and the problems it posed for their relevance. We also discuss the contributions Al-Azmeh makes across the sociology of intellectuals, postcolonial theory and the idea of ‘trauma work'. There are also reflections on how one navigates one's participants also being source of literature and what has changed following the fall of the Assad regime. Your host, Matt Dawson is Professor of Sociology at the University of Glasgow and the author of G.D.H. Cole and British Sociology: A Study in Semi-Alienation (2024, Palgrave Macmillan) and co-editor of The Anthem Companion to Henri Lefebvre (2026, Anthem Press) along with other texts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

Zeina Al-Azmeh's Syrian Intellectuals in Exile: The Dilemmas of Revolution and the Cost of Leaving (Cambridge UP, 2026) captures a group of intellectuals forced to leave Syria, primarily after the events of 2011. Having wound up in either Paris or Berlin these intellectuals are forced to reconsider their relation to their homeland, including the ongoing revolution, while navigating their new Western homes. As Al-Azmeh shows, this creates a diverse intellectual field which, while shaped by different intellectual and personal positions shares the need to navigate how they think of the revolution and the expectation of their hosts. In the course of the book, Al-Azmeh shows us a group of intellectuals who, while adopting a ‘double gaze' of critiquing and at points valuing the West increasingly (though not wholly) adopt a position of ‘radical embeddedness' towards the revolution, giving their role as leaders and instead seeing themselves as followers of the people. In the podcast we discuss the process that led these intellectuals to this position and the problems it posed for their relevance. We also discuss the contributions Al-Azmeh makes across the sociology of intellectuals, postcolonial theory and the idea of ‘trauma work'. There are also reflections on how one navigates one's participants also being source of literature and what has changed following the fall of the Assad regime. Your host, Matt Dawson is Professor of Sociology at the University of Glasgow and the author of G.D.H. Cole and British Sociology: A Study in Semi-Alienation (2024, Palgrave Macmillan) and co-editor of The Anthem Companion to Henri Lefebvre (2026, Anthem Press) along with other texts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

Zeina Al-Azmeh's Syrian Intellectuals in Exile: The Dilemmas of Revolution and the Cost of Leaving (Cambridge UP, 2026) captures a group of intellectuals forced to leave Syria, primarily after the events of 2011. Having wound up in either Paris or Berlin these intellectuals are forced to reconsider their relation to their homeland, including the ongoing revolution, while navigating their new Western homes. As Al-Azmeh shows, this creates a diverse intellectual field which, while shaped by different intellectual and personal positions shares the need to navigate how they think of the revolution and the expectation of their hosts. In the course of the book, Al-Azmeh shows us a group of intellectuals who, while adopting a ‘double gaze' of critiquing and at points valuing the West increasingly (though not wholly) adopt a position of ‘radical embeddedness' towards the revolution, giving their role as leaders and instead seeing themselves as followers of the people. In the podcast we discuss the process that led these intellectuals to this position and the problems it posed for their relevance. We also discuss the contributions Al-Azmeh makes across the sociology of intellectuals, postcolonial theory and the idea of ‘trauma work'. There are also reflections on how one navigates one's participants also being source of literature and what has changed following the fall of the Assad regime. Your host, Matt Dawson is Professor of Sociology at the University of Glasgow and the author of G.D.H. Cole and British Sociology: A Study in Semi-Alienation (2024, Palgrave Macmillan) and co-editor of The Anthem Companion to Henri Lefebvre (2026, Anthem Press) along with other texts.

Allie is joined by Ryan Brown, the CEO of Open Doors. His organization has a World Watch List that tracks Christian persecution around the globe. Some countries, like Mexico, may shock American Christians, while Syria has gotten gratuitously worse since Assad was deposed. However, Ryan shares the stories of Christians who have overcome unimaginable torments through faith alone and tells viewers how they can support their brothers and sisters in need. Support Christians in Africa: https://www.opendoorsus.org/en-US/getinvolved/arise-africa/ Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠ Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Time Codes 0:00 Introduction 3:53 Tracking Christian Persecutions 20:09 Syria 25:53 Yemen 29:30 Africa 33:09 North Korea 38:51 Mexico 46:34 The Middle East & Islamic World 57:42 How to Get Involved – Today's Sponsors: Alliance Defending Freedom | For a limited time, every dollar you give to ADF will be doubled — but only while matching funds remain available. Go to JOINADF.com/ALLIE or text ALLIE to 83848 to have your gift for life matched. Shopify | Sign up for your $1-per-month trial today at shopify.com/allie. Voice of the Martyrs | Visit ⁠VOM.org/ALLIE⁠ to get your free copy of "Hearts of Fire 2" today! Seven Weeks Coffee | Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get up to 25% off your first order, plus your free gift! Pre-Born | To donate, dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY.” Or visit Preborn.com/ALLIE. Episodes You May Like: Who's Funding the Christian Genocide in Nigeria? | Judd Saul | Ep 1270 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWMloyWeFio&t=600s How to Become the Resistance: Obey | Ep 338 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-LkCaxo240 --- ► Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► Relatable merchandise – use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey

On this hopeful Gaslit Nation, we confront the MAGA fascist takeover with a look at the ultimate antidote: how to be a dissident. Andrea talks with The Atlantic's Gal Beckerman about his inspiring new book, How to Be a Dissident. While the establishment chooses conformity to protect their wealth, we explore the rare, stubborn individuals—from the abolitionists to the neighbors in Minnesota forming mutual care networks—who ask themselves the only question that matters: Can I live with myself if I obey in advance? As the toppling of Kremlin allies Assad and Orban, and soon Trump, have reminded us: the human spirit's desire for expression is the one thing a dictatorship can never defeat. Join us this Thursday for part two of our discussion on the Gaslit Nation Bonus Show–how to survive the stomach ache of fear and build an unrelenting culture of resistance. To listen to the full episode, subscribe to our Patreon at the Truth-Teller level ($5/month) or higher. And don't forget to save the date: we are opening our May 11th Gaslit Nation Salon at 4 p.m. ET to celebrate Andrea's birthday with an exclusive reading of a smutty screenplay in progress. Every bit of support gives us the freedom to tell the truth, so thank you for making this show possible–we could not make Gaslit Nation without you.  Join our community of listeners and get bonus shows, ad free listening, group chats with other listeners, ways to shape the show, invites to exclusive events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Discounted annual memberships are available. Become a Democracy Defender at Patreon.com/Gaslit  EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community New! There's now a California Signal Group for Gaslit Nation listeners to find each other and connect in that state. Join on Patreon.  The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult. Join on Patreon.  Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon.  Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other. Join on Patreon.  Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect. Join on Patreon.  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join. Join on Patreon.  Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group. Join on Patreon. As always, keep it kind in our chat groups, extend grace and assume good faith. A culture of care is how we build a better world.   

Syria and the new world warAre we witnessing the beginnings of a new global war? With conflicts stretching from Afghanistan and Pakistan to Ukraine, and across the Middle East and Africa, it can feel like the world is spiraling into chaos.In this episode, Host Nick Dearden speaks to guests Elif Sarican, a writer and contributing editor at The Amargi, and Mazen Gharibah, an academic with the Conflict and Civicness Research Group at LSE and member of the UN's Syrian Constitutional Committee, to unpack the complexity behind today's interconnected conflicts by looking at Syria as an epicentre of geopolitical tensions. But beyond the headlines of violence and instability, they also explore the overlooked stories of resilience, solidarity, and hope emerging from communities on the ground.This episode was recorded 8 April 2026. In This Episode Roots of the current crises, including the legacy of the Arab Spring Syria's fragmented political and military landscape Challenges facing Kurdish and other communities in Syria today How Rojava broke the script of what is possible in the region Bashar al-Assad and the country's ongoing political transition under Ahmed al-Sharaa ABOUT THE PODCASTCOUNTER•POWER is brought to you by Stop Trump Coalition, Another Europe Is Possible and Global Justice Now, three organisations at the centre of the new global resistance. This podcast isn't just about chatting and conversation — it's about turning ideas into action and building real community power. That's why we have a simple pledge to you, our audience. On every single episode we'll leave you with something you can do to catalyse change. Whether it's the latest big ideas or the movements you need to check out, you'll find them on COUNTER•POWER. But we need your help to launch this project. The funds will cover high-quality production – including sound and visuals – as well as consistent editorial quality, all of which are essential to creating the kind of impactful podcast we're aiming for.Any donation – big or small – can help us get there. Thank you for your support.DONATE HEREFollow Us Instagram@anothereuropeispossible@globaljusticenow @ukstoptrumpTikTok@global.justice.now@uk.stop.trump.coaTwitter / X @Another_Europe@GlobalJusticeUK@UKStopTrumpMusic(cc): Intro R&B instrumental loop, Mcgrogo (Freesound.org)

13/16: Ahmad Sharawi details Iranian strikes on UAE oil facilities aimed at disrupting Project Freedom. Meanwhile, Bashar al-Assad seeks Gulf investment while reportedly coordinating quietly with Israel against Hezbollah.

SCHEDULE JBS, 5-4-26PARTHIA, PERSIA, IRAN1/16: Bill Roggio discusses Project Freedom, a mission to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGCclaimed to hit a US warship, but the Navy reported no ships were struck.2/16: Bill Roggio explains that al-Qaeda is expanding across Mali and Somalia, exploiting weak governments to build a caliphate. Both al-Qaeda and ISIS are partitioning territories and increasingly threatening regional capitals.3/16: Rick Fisher and Gordon Chang discuss the Artemis mission and China's competitive drive to establish a permanent moon base. Both nations are also developing combat satellites and weapon systems for use in lunar orbit.4/16: Alan Tonelson and Gordon Chang examine how the Iran war drives inflation and damages Asian manufacturing. China continues to flood markets with subsidized exports while using lawfare and harassment against smaller nations like Panama.5/16: Malcolm Hoenlein and Thaddeus McCotter report on escalating violence in the Gulf, including the sinking of IRGC boats. They also discuss Mahmoud Abbas's attempt to install his son, Yasser Abbas, as his political successor.6/16: Malcolm Hoenlein and Thaddeus McCotter warn that Iran is running out of oil storage, potentially forcing a production halt. Hoenlein characterizes the recent Gaza flotilla as a failed PR stunt carrying no aid.7/16: David Daoud argues the ceasefire restricts Israel while allowing Hezbollah to rearm. Hezbollah is exploiting cheap FPV drones to harass Israeli forces, utilizing a low-tech method that lacks an effective counter.8/16: David Daoud explains the IDF was caught off guard by Hezbollah's innovative use of fiber-optic and FPV drones. Despite these threats, the Israeli public largely favors continuing military operations to secure borders.9/16: Bridget Toomey and Bill Roggio discuss Ali Al-Zadei, a businessman elevated to Iraqi Prime Minister with Iranian support. While endorsed by Trump, his background in illicit finance raises concerns about ongoing militia influence.10/16: Gordon Chang analyzes how China supports Iran while negotiating trade with the US. This conflict creates economic instability, including rising inflation and slower growth across major Asian trading economies.11/16: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa report that Delcy Rodríguez is avoiding elections in Venezuela. Araújo discusses Lula's weakening power in Brazil and judicial shifts that could lead to Jair Bolsonaro's release.12/16: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa highlight Cuba's collapse as Russian and Venezuelan oil supplies vanish. Araújo details Panama's resistance to Chinese influence over its canal ports and subsequent retaliatory trade pressure from Beijing.13/16: Ahmad Sharawi details Iranian strikes on UAE oil facilities aimed at disrupting Project Freedom. Meanwhile, Bashar al-Assad seeks Gulf investment while reportedly coordinating quietly with Israel against Hezbollah.14/16: Joe Truzman reports on London stabbing attacks claimed by Ashab al-Yamin, an Iranian front organization recruiting criminals. The UK has raised its terrorism threat level to severe due to these developments.15/16: Miad Maliki and Bill Roggio describe political chaos in Tehran and the regime's inability to make decisions under extreme pressure. Experts warn of a global energy tipping point involving severe fuel shortages within thirty days.16/16: John Hardie and Bill Roggio report on Vladimir Putin's isolation in bunkers due to intensified assassination fears. Simultaneously, President Zelenskyy is establishing international drone production partnerships with Finland and other NATO allies.

Days of Love and Rage: A Story of Ordinary People Forging a Revolution by Anand Gopal takes readers to the Syrian city of Manbij before, during, and after the civil war. Against all odds, the people of Manbij evicted the Assad regime from the city and built a democracy from scratch, even as civil war raged throughout the country. This experiment in self-rule was complex and inspiring, but ultimately short-lived: the Islamic State eventually took over the city, destroying the trappings of democracy that the women and men of Manbij had built for themselves. Days of Love and Rage is one of the best books I have read in a very long time, and I was thrilled to speak with Anand Gopal about Manbij's democratic experiment and what it means for societies facing state collapse.

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First up—we're learning more about the security gaps that allowed a gunman to get dangerously close to President Trump, as new details raise serious concerns about how the breach happened. Later in the show—the ripple effects of the Iran conflict are reaching China, where rising energy costs are beginning to put pressure on an already fragile economy. Plus—Hamas is preparing to choose its first leader since Yahya Sinwar, a decision that could shape the future of postwar Gaza. And in today's Back of the Brief—Syria begins prosecuting officials tied to Bashar al-Assad's regime, marking the first public trial connected to the start of the country's civil war. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Chapter: Compare every medicare plan call 915-671-5252 today! Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact https://Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Tax Relief Advocates: End your tax nightmare today by visiting us online at https://TRA.com or call 800-583-6515 VanMan: Go to http://vanman.shop/PDB and use code PDB for 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mexico's government says it plans to expand access to health care and unify the system, but questions remain about whether those reforms can succeed without more funding and resources. Also, Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla are in the US for a four-day state visit, but their trip comes amid strained relations between London and Washington after the UK resisted pressure to support US and Israeli strikes on Iran. And, landmark trials have begun in Syria that are expected to bring members of the former Assad regime to justice. Plus, a look at record-breaking moments at the London Marathon. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Paul Ronzheimer spricht mit Gerhard Conrad, einem der erfahrensten deutschen Geheimdienstler, über seinen Weg zum BND, seine Arbeit in Pullach und seine Zeit als Resident in Damaskus. Conrad erzählt, wie man früher für den Nachrichtendienst ausgewählt wurde, warum Arabischkenntnisse plötzlich sicherheitspolitisch entscheidend wurden – und wie es war, in Syrien Bashar al-Assad zu begegnen, bevor dieser Präsident wurde. Es geht um Geheimhaltung, falsche Berufslegenden, die Arbeit mit Quellen, die deutsche Nahostpolitik vor dem 11. September – und um die Frage, wie man Diktaturen einschätzt, bevor sie zerbrechen.

durée : 00:22:53 - Cultures monde - par : Julie Gacon, Mélanie Chalandon - La dictature des Assad a orchestré la disparition méthodique de milliers d'enfants d'opposants. Depuis la chute du régime en décembre 2024, leurs familles tentent de les retrouver. Une tâche ardue, alors que certains ont été placés en orphelinat sous de faux noms. - réalisation : Vivian Lecuivre, Sacha Mattei, Quentin Peschard, Barthélémy Gaillard, Fanny Richez, Pénélope Le Mauguen - invités : Chloé Domat Journaliste indépendante, co-fondatrice de la société de production Hikayat Productions Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

Vittorio Maresca di Serracapriola on sanctions relief in Syria.It has been over a year since Syrian dictator Bashar Al Assad fled to Moscow and a new government took power in Damascus. Assad's ouster triggered one of the most rapid reversals of a sanctions regime in recent history. The European Union and the United States essentially raced to be the first to lift sanctions on Syria and most restrictions on engagement with the Syrian economy were removed by December 2025.Encouragingly, the Syrian economy is outperforming expectations. But the path to economic recovery and reintegration into the global economy has been far from smooth. Today's guest today works directly on issues of sanctions relief, banking reform, and economic recovery in Syria.Vittorio Maresca di Serracapriola is an economic analyst based in Beirut. He works at Karam Shaar Advisory, where he advises companies and institutions trying to re-engage with Syria. He is also a member of the Bologna Initiative for Sanctions Relief.The Sanctions Age is hosted by Esfandyar Batmanghelidj and Josefine Petrick.To receive an email when new episodes are released, access episode transcripts, and read the hosts reflections on each episode, sign-up for the The Sanctions Age newsletter on Substack: https://www.thesanctionsage.com/

Syrian Loubna Mrie grew up believing the Assad regime her community, but as the Arab Spring reached Syria in 2011, she woke up to its brutality. 

In this episode, Joel Goldberg—Founder and CEO of Netivah Youth Ministries—joins Dr. Matthew Dodd to discuss how the ongoing Iran conflict is affecting Israel's youth, including Messianic young people, IDF soldiers, and their families.Joel shares firsthand insight into the challenges this generation is facing, as well as the opportunities for spiritual growth and resilience in the midst of uncertainty. He also highlights how Netivah is equipping and discipling young leaders, making a lasting impact across the Messianic community in Israel.Visit Netivah's website: https://www.netivah.com/en Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, Netivah Youth Ministries, Joel Goldberg

I never thought I'd be glued to my screen this early on a crisp April morning in 2026, but here I am, coffee in hand, scrolling through the latest legal fireworks swirling around President Donald Trump. Just days ago, on April 1st, the Supreme Court chambers in Washington, D.C., echoed with oral arguments in Trump v. United States, a blockbuster case challenging Executive Order 14160. Rutgers Law School professors are calling it one of the most pivotal issues of the year, as it questions whether Trump's order redefining birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment and the Immigration and Nationality Act holds water. Picture this: the justices grilling lawyers over who qualifies as a U.S. citizen by birth, with Trump's team arguing it bolsters national security while opponents cry foul on constitutional grounds. Rutgers Law highlights how this could reshape immigration law overnight, sending shockwaves through families across America.But that's not all keeping me up at night. Fast-forward to April 7th, and G37 Chambers' International Legal News roundup drops a bombshell from the White House. They're defending Trump amid Middle East tensions, stating outright that "the US President, Donald Trump was making the entire region safer." It's tied to broader foreign policy moves, like Syria's new Investment Arbitration Centre in Damascus, launched post-Assad to lure investors—moves Trump champions as stabilizing the chaos. Guernica 37's weekly updates from the International Criminal Court and European Court of Human Rights paint a picture of global legal chess, with Trump's administration pushing back hard.Shifting gears to the courts back home, the Southern District of New York is heating up with a wild twist on sanctions. The National Law Review reports that the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control issued then revoked a license for legal fees to defend former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores de Maduro. They're on the SDN List, facing narcotics and firearms charges after a dramatic U.S. Army rendition via Operation Southern Spear. Maduro's lawyers are firing back, claiming it guts their Sixth Amendment right to counsel and Fifth Amendment due process—echoes that make you wonder if similar sanction snags could ever loop in U.S. political heavyweights like Trump.Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's fall 2025 arguments in Fernandez v. United States and Rutherford v. United States linger like a storm cloud, potentially curbing judges' power on compassionate releases for prisoners. Rutgers Law notes this could trap countless inmates in "extraordinary and compelling" limbo, a reform battle Trump-era policies have fueled.As the sun rises here on April 15th, these threads weave a tapestry of power, borders, and justice that's anything but sleepy. From the Supreme Court's marble halls to Damascus streets, Trump's legal orbit keeps the world spinning.Thanks for tuning in, listeners. Come back next week for more, and this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Die neuen Herrscher stehen vor einer gigantischen Aufgabe, einen neuen Staat zu bauen. Und die Ausgangslage könnte kaum schlechter sein: Syrien ist zerbombt, fragmentiert, traumatisiert. Scheitern die Herrscher, droht ein neuer Krieg. Die NZZ-Reporterin Karin A. Wenger ist nach Syrien gereist, um herauszufinden, wie die Menschen in Syrien einen Staat von Grund auf aufbauen. Die Theorie der Staatsbildung prall in Syrien gerade auf die Realität, so Wenger. Gast: Karin A. Wenger, Reporterin Host: Nadine Landert Redaktion: Simon Schaffer Hier geht's zum aktuellen [Folio] (https://www.nzz.ch/folio/ausgabe-maerz-2026): Lust auf noch mehr digitale Inhalte der NZZ? [Probier`s drei Monate aus](https://abo.nzz.ch/25077808-2/).

Syria has made “remarkable progress” on transitional justice in just one year, says one UN legal expert, raising hope, while also warning that powerful social stigma continues to prevent many survivors of conflict-related sexual violence from coming forward.Sofia Candeias, from the UN Team of Experts on the Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict, told UN News that new institutions and reforms mark a significant step forward following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024.But the true scale of abuse may never be known, as stigma at personal, community and societal levels remains “the largest obstacle” to reporting and access to support.Calling on the international community to step up, Ms. Candeias told UN News's Ana Carmo that sustained support is critical to ensure survivors can safely access justice and care.

Depuis le début de la guerre qui secoue le Moyen-Orient, les autorités syriennes tentent de se maintenir à l'écart du conflit. Mais dans le sud du pays, les incursions israéliennes se multiplient depuis la chute de Bachar el-Assad. La semaine dernière, l'armée israélienne a même utilisé, pour la première fois, le sol syrien pour mener des opérations au Liban. Un jeune berger a également été tué. Dans ces villages frontaliers, les habitants redoutent une escalade. Ils craignent qu'Israël, qui pilonne actuellement le sud du Liban, ne cherche à étendre son contrôle jusqu'au sud de la Syrie.  De notre envoyée spéciale dans les zones frontalières au sud de la Syrie, Il s'appelait Oussama al-Fahd. Il avait 17 ans, était parti acheter une bouteille de gaz, vendredi 3 avril, lorsqu'un tir d'obus israélien s'est écrasé sur sa voiture. La carcasse du véhicule est toujours là, gisante, explosée sur le bas-côté. Son père dit ne pas comprendre pourquoi le jeune berger a été ciblé. « Ils ont choisi leur victime au hasard, sans aucune raison. Ils l'ont tué alors qu'il était innocent », dénonce-t-il.  Son village, Al-Rafid, se trouve à la lisière du Golan, que l'armée israélienne occupe depuis l'année 1967. Depuis la chute de Bachar al-Assad, cette dernière avance méthodiquement ses troupes à l'intérieur du territoire syrien. Chez Oussama, des positions se trouvent désormais de l'autre côté du jardin. « Depuis la chute d'Assad, Dieu en est témoin, nous n'avons pas eu un seul jour de répit. Israël vole nos terres, et en plus ils s'en réjouissent !, alerte le père du jeune garçon tué. Nous sommes nombreux dans ce village à être déplacés du Golan. Je suis moi-même déplacé du Golan. Nous ne partirons pas à nouveau, nous ne quitterons pas nos terres. Mais nous vivons dans la peur. Dans la peur qu'une guerre éclate demain ou après-demain. » À lire aussiLe «Grand Israël»: projet idéologique ou stratégie politique en marche? « Ils ont brûlé l'ensemble des terres » Le village tout entier vit depuis sous la menace directe des incursions israéliennes. Fadi Al-Mutairi, un voisin, possède 2 hectares de terres sur lesquels il n'est plus autorisé à se rendre. « Ils ont brûlé l'ensemble des terres près de leurs positions avec du glyphosate, soi-disant pour empêcher les bergers de s'approcher de leur frontière », témoigne-t-il. Entre ces nouvelles positions, des villages entiers se retrouvent enclavés. Les check-points israéliens se multiplient, empêchant les habitants de circuler. Ce fournisseur a désormais peur de prendre sa voiture pour aller travailler. « Ils choisissent toujours de se positionner sur un passage que l'on ne peut pas contourner en empruntant une route secondaire. Ce sont des barrages temporaires, imprévisibles : on ne peut pas savoir où et quand ils seront installés, s'effraie-t-il. On tombe dessus soudainement, sans pouvoir les anticiper. » À lire aussiSyrie: des habitants dénoncent la volonté d'Israël «d'étendre son occupation» près de Damas « Ils vont prendre toute la région » C'est sur un barrage de ce type que Wodi al-Bakri, 21 ans, s'est fait arrêter par des soldats israéliens il y a un an. Son père ne connaît ni la raison de cette arrestation, ni la localisation de sa prison. « Ils vont prendre toute la région, et personne ne reviendra. Israël entre et sort comme il souhaite, sans impunité. Ils comptent tout prendre, ils ont l'intention d'annexer toute la région, toute la province », s'indigne-t-il. Dans ces bourgades reculées, l'armée syrienne n'est pas déployée. Il y a seulement quelques contingents des Nations unies, censés maintenir la paix. Pour leurs habitants, il y a surtout la solitude. L'exemple de Gaza dévastée, plus récemment celui du Sud-Liban bombardé. Puis cette question qui revient : « Qui, aujourd'hui, est en mesure d'arrêter l'État israélien ? » À lire aussiGuerre au Moyen-Orient: plus de 300 morts dans les bombardements israéliens sur Beyrouth les plus violents depuis 1982

What is it really like to live and serve in Israel during wartime?In this powerful conversation, Pastor Matthew Finch—Director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Jerusalem—joins Dr. Matthew Dodd to share firsthand insights from the ground in Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. Together, they discuss the realities of daily life, the challenges of ministry in a time of crisis, and how current events may connect to the unfolding of biblical prophecy.Be encouraged and informed as this episode explores faith, perseverance, and God's purposes in the midst of war.To learn more about Calvary Chapel Bible College Jerusalem: https://jerusalemstudytour.com/ To learn more about Jerusalem Light: https://jerusalemlight.org/ Visit the Blessors of Israel Website: https://www.blessors.org/ Thank you for supporting Blessors of Israel. Donate Online: https://blessors.org/donate/Please Subscribe and Like our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUfbl_rf8O_uwKrfzCh04jgSubscribe to our ⁠Spotify Channel⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blessorsofisrael Subscribe to our Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blessors-of-israedl/id1699662615Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlessorsofIsrael/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlessorsIGettr: https://gettr.com/i/blessorsofisrael Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-1670015Thank you for watching. Please like and share this video.We would love to hear your comments.Those who bless Israel will be blessed (Genesis 12:3).Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones Blessors of IsraelMatthew Dodd Blessors of IsraelBlessors of IsraelBlessers of IsraelTags:Pastor Rich JonesPastor Matthew DoddRich JonesDr. Matthew DoddRich Jones, Blessors of Israel, Rich Jones, Blessers of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessors of Israel, Matthew Dodd, Blessers of Israel, Blessers of Israel, Blessors of Israel, Two-State Solution, Palestine, Modern Palestinian Problem, Israel, Jesus Christ, Anti-Semitism, Prophecy Update, End Times Prophecy, Latter Days, Bible Prophecy, The Great Tribulation, Hamas, Gaza Strip, Terrorism, Hezbollah, Iran, Russia, Persia, Gog and Magog, BRICS, China, CCP, Persia, Iran, Turkey, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, Yahya Sinwar, Nasrallah, Ismail Haniyeh, Deif, United Nations, Terrorism, Antisemitism, Syria, Bashar al Assad, HTS, Damascus, Mount Hermon, Erdogan, Netanyahu, Trump, Putin, Ceasefire, Hostages, al Jolani, al Sharaa, Holocaust Day of Remembrance, China, Egypt, Iran Nuclear Deal, Trump, War, WWIII, Hamas, Anti-Semitism, October 7, 2023, Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan, Qatar, Egypt, Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, Erdogan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Board of Peace, Iranian Riots, Iranian Revolution, Pastor Matthew Finch, Calvary Chapel Bible College Jerusalem, Jerusalem Light

durée : 00:05:55 - La Revue de presse internationale - par : Catherine Duthu - Depuis que les rebelles ont renversé Bachar al-Assad en 2024, des familles syriennes et des ONG dénoncent des enlèvements, des viols dont sont victimes des femmes et jeunes filles de la minorité alaouite, à laquelle appartient le dictateur déchu. Un phénomène minimisé par le nouveau pouvoir syrien.

This past weekend, with Easter celebrations around the corner, Christians in Syria were once again the target of attacks that have rocked their dwindling community. This was the latest in a string of attacks since the fall of the Assad regime that have targeted members of the country's Alawite, Druze and Christian communities, and many minorities - indigenous to the region - are asking if there is space for them in the Syria that's emerging under President al-Sharaa.  This attack also sounded alarms in Athens, and Greece is working to ensure that the protection of Christian populations in the Middle East remains on the international agenda. Aside from Syria, Greece is also concerned about Lebanon, where thousands of Christians have departed in recent years, and has raised the issue of access to the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem during Easter, which made international headlines recently. These are all issues highlighted in the US Commission on International Religious Freedom's (USCIRF) 2026 report, which also focuses on the troubling religious freedom conditions in another country in the region, Turkey. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, USCIRF is once again reiterating that the US place Turkey on its Special Watch List. Vicky Hartzler, Nadine Maenza, Vassilis Nedos, and Alexia Kalaitzi join Thanos Davelis this week as we look into USCIRF's 2026 report and Turkey's problematic record on religious freedom, the plight of Christians in Syria in the wake of another attack on this vulnerable community, and how Greece is working to ensure that the protection of Christian populations in the Middle East remains on the agenda. Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, this week we're putting the spotlight on Dean Alonistiotis, a long-time member of HALC with a strong commitment to public service and his Chicago community. Dean's work has taken him from the city of Chicago, where he served as Director of Economic Development for the City Treasurer's Office, to his current position as Chief of Staff for Illinois State Representative Kim du Buclet. A little more info on our guests: Vicky Hartzler is the Chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) and a former member of the US House of Representatives. Nadine Maenza is the co-chair of the International Religious Freedom Roundtable and a former chair of USCIRF. Vassilis Nedos is Kathimerini's diplomatic and defense editor. Alexia Kalaitzi is an award-winning journalist and features reporter for Kathimerini. You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as a member here.

Support our comrades at these links:https://wedeservebetterfoundation.orghttps://agrimovement.org@safehouse.poddiasporapeoplesplace.org @diaspora.peoplesplacegivebutter.com/nochellahttps://chuffed.org/project/172939-help-feed-lebanons-displaced-communityPlease follow @PeoplesCore  @tvfreepalestine   @habibihousepodcast  Welcome to a Colonial Outcasts/People's Core collaborative Episode. So we're about 5 weeks into the most unpopular war in US history with this being the first war ever where the majority of Americans are consciously siding with the nations we're attacking. After 3 years of Genocide in Gaza, the planet has experienced a level moral cohesion that is unprecedented. This, combined with the revelations coming out of the Epstein files, has set the stage for a level of global solidarity against a common enemy that we have never seen.Iran and Lebanon have shifted the power dynamics through their strategic operations and messaging to the world and in doing so have opened the floodgates of resistance in the region that united Sunni, Shia, Christian and secular, despite the Wahabi and sectarian psyops working overtime to divide. We discuss this unity and the failure of imperial manipulations in the region with a formidable panel of gifted and determined voices from Lebanon and Palestine.Soha Yassine is a guerrilla journalist and narrative podcaster whose work inside the Lebanese hip hop scene — through Safe House Travel Diary — documents resistance, identity, and survival on the ground. She holds a BA in World Religions and an MA in Islamic Studies, with a background in communications for international NGOs. As founder of Diaspora Peoples Place, she empowers diaspora communities through decolonized gatherings like The Peoples Marketplace and NOCHELLA (April 11, 2026).Anthony Sargon is a Lebanese-AmericanYouTuber/Streamer, documentarian, Former TV Writer and creative.Abu Rahss is co founder of the Palestine News Network.Jedi Darwish is American and Lebanese (South) US Army Veteran, former Explosive Ordnance Disposal - Operations Officer with the United Nations, founder of Radio Beirut, activist, humanitarian, brother, father and son.Assad Shalhoub (@assadshal) is a Lebanese Canadian American creative and co-host of the Habibi House podcast, where he helps shape one of the most unapologetic voices of the Arab diaspora in media today. Blending cultural insight with lived experience, Assad navigates conversations at the intersection of identity, politics, and pop culture with clarity and edge.Laith Marouf is a respected film maker, journalist and humanitarian who operates Free Palestine TV.#lebanon #iran #war #epsteinfiles #muslim #christian #solidarity

In dieser Lila-Podcast Folge spricht Minusch mit der kurdischen Aktivistin Schilan Kurdpoor über die aktuelle Lage in Rojava – einem bis vor kurzem noch selbstverwalteten Gebiet in Nordsyrien. Rojava galt lange weltweit als ein feministische Utopie, als ein Ort, an dem Kurd*innen selbstbestimmt leben konnte. Aber Rojava liegt in Syrien. Und seit im Dezember 2024 der Diktator Baschar al-Assad gestürzt wurde, ist die politische Lage im Land unübersichtlich – und für die Kurd*innen gefährlich. Zusätzlich griffen die USA und Israel Ende Februar 2026 den Iran an. Auch dort gibt es eine große kurdische Community, die unter dem Krieg leidet. Schilan Kurdpoor erklärt, wie die Situation der Kurd*innen in Rojava und dem Iran aktuell ist und welche Rolle die deutsche Regierung unter Kanzler Merz dabei spielen. Außerdem spricht sie über die lebenswichtige Bedeutung des Ortes Kurdistan, über feministische Utopien und den Traum von einer internationalen, gelebten Schwesternschaft.Danke an jede*n von Euch, der den Lila-Podcast bereits unterstützt hat und uns damit über Wasser hältSeit 2026 zahlen wir höhere Gehälter, um die Zeit und den Aufwand, den unsere Hosts in die Folgen investieren, auch gebührend bezahlt bekommen. Du findest das unterstützenswert? Dann freuen wir uns über deinen Support!Aktuelle Werbepartner und weitere Infos zum Podcast findet ihr hier.Links und HintergründeSchilan KurdpoorDIE ZEIT: „Syrische Zentralregierung schließt Abkommen mit SDF-Separatisten“DIE ZEIT: Was jetzt? „Die letzten Tage Rojavas? Was das Abkommen für die Kurden bedeutet“WDR5: „Die Frauen von Rojava“DIE ZEIT: Solidarität von Kurdinnen: „Der Hass und die Haare“Tagesschau: Kurdische Kämpferinnen in NordsyrienKultur der Demütigung“: Empörung über Gewaltbilder aus Syrien“ Weitere Lila Folgen zum ThemaJin, Jiyan, Azadî – Warum die Geschichte der Kurd*innen das feministische Völkerrechts-Thema der Stunde istTrauma, Gerechtigkeit und Geschlecht – Sexualisierte Kriegsgewalt ist politisch„Frauen und Revolution“ – Über Freiheitsrechte und Gender Apartheid mit Shila BehjatTranskriptWir freuen uns, euch ein Transkript zur Sendung zur Verfügung stellen zu können. Es wurde automatisch erstellt. Ihr findet es auf unserer Website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

متن: بهجت بندری، علی بندریبا راهنمایی آرش رئیسی‌نژادویدیو: حمیدرضا فرخ‌سرشتسوریه همیشه وسط ماجرا بوده؛ میان امپراتوری‌ها، جنگ‌ها و راه‌های تجاری.اما یک سؤال قدیمی این وسط می‌مونه:چطور سرزمینی با این موقعیت، خودش هیچ‌وقت تبدیل به یک قدرت بزرگ نشد؟چه سوال‌های تاریخی داشتیم؟ نامی که از همسایه‌ها بهش رسیده، دوره‌های کوتاه قدرت‌گیری سلوکی‌ها و زنوبیا و نقش مهمی که جغرافیا در تقسیم و آسیب‌پذیری این سرزمین داشته.اگر شما هم کنجکاوید بفهمید چرا سوریه همیشه صحنه بازی بوده و نه بازیگر، این ویدیو برای همین ساخته شده.منابع و لینک‌هایی برای کنجکاوی بیشترشاه و شطرنج قدرت در خاورمیانه، آرش رئیسی نژادEmbattled Neighbors: Syria, Israel, Lebanon by Robert G. Rabil Syria: Revolution From Above by Raymond Hinnebusch Full article: Iran's Uncertain Standing in the Middle EastWater, Drought, Climate Change, and Conflict in SyriaAntioch's Last Heirs: The Hatay Greek Orthodox Community between Greece, Syria and Turkey(PDF) Iran's Syria Strategy: The Evolution of DeterrenceIran-Syria Relations Amid Regional Reset Dynamics - Middle East Council on Global AffairsThe fall of Assad has exposed the extent of the damage to Iran's axis of resistance | Chatham HousePower Points Defining the Syria-Hezbollah Relationship | Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceAnalysis: Collapse of Syria's Assad is a blow to Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'Gulf States Steer Syria's Turbulent Politics Post Assad • Stimson CenterSyria and the Great Powers (1946-1958): How Western Power Politics Pushed the Country Toward the Soviet UnionBACKGROUNDER RUSSIAN NAvAL BASe TARTUSFrom Cold War to Civil War: 75 Years of Russian-Syrian Relations —Russian-Syrian Relations: Past and PresentThe Ottoman City between East and Westhttps://brill.com/display/book/9789004315983/B9789004315983_005.xmlCaptagon and the Syrian War Economy: A Regional Security Concern - University of New York in Prague‘A dirty business': how one drug is turning Syria into a narco-state | Syria | The GuardianBonus Episode: Understanding the Violence in Southern SyriaWho was Syria's Adib al Shishakli? | Al Jazeera World DocumentarySyrian Civil War SUMMARIZED - Kings and Generals DOCUMENTARYAssyria – The First Empire of Evil'CIA operation Timber Sycamore created Syrian crisis': Jeffrey Sachs reveals US' real role in Syria✅ پشتیبانی از بی‌پلاس https://bpluspodcast.com/support☑️ وبسایت بی‌پلاس https://bpluspodcast.com/✅ پادکست بی‌پلاس https://bpluspodcast.com/how-to-listen☑️ کانال تلگرام بی‌پلاس https://t.me/podcastbplus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For today's episode, Lawfare Senior Editor Scott R. Anderson sits down with Charles Lister, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute and head of its Syria Initiative, to talk about the dramatic developments that have taken place in Syria the past few weeks, which have ultimately led to the impending withdrawal of U.S. troops after more than a decade in country.Together, they discuss the challenges Syria has faced since the fall of the Assad regime, how the new transitional government in Damascus has managed its relationship with the Syrian Democratic Forces, what the exit of U.S. troops means for efforts to combat the Islamic State terrorist group, and the role the United States has played in it all—and is likely to play moving forward.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photojournalist Loubna Mrie grew up in Syria in a wealthy and abusive home. Her father was part of the regime, allegedly an assassin for Bashar al-Assad's father. Loubna joined the Syrian revolution first as a protester and then as a photojournalist. She talks with guest interviewer Aarti Shahani about how her family and country fell apart, and lessons she brought to her new home in the U.S.. Her book is ‘Defiance: A Memoir of Awakening, Rebellion, and Survival in Syria.' Later, John Powers reviews ‘Crime 101,' a thriller starring Chris Hemsworth and Halle Berry. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

When a joke could get you killed, should you say it anyway? A group of Syrian comedians test the limits of their newfound freedom, a year after the fall of the brutal Assad regime. Visit thisamericanlife.org/lifepartners to sign up for our premium subscription.Prologue: Under the dictatorship of Bashar al-Assad, comedian Sharief Homsi knew which jokes were too dangerous to say on stage. Now that Syria is under the control of a new government, Sharief and the other comedians of “Styria” set out on a national tour to see how far their comedy can go in this new Syria. (6 minutes)Act One: The comedians test out risky material and get big laughs on early tour dates. It's going smoothly until they find out that their show scheduled in the conservative city of Hama is in danger of being cancelled. (13 minutes)Act Two: The comedians go to battle with local officials. (18 minutes)Act Three: The comedians try everything they can think of to keep their shows from being cancelled. (20 minutes)Transcripts are available at thisamericanlife.orgThis American Life privacy policy.Learn more about sponsor message choices.