Podcasts about Tehran

The U.S. and Israel have declared war on the Islamic Republic of Iran, despite indications from Omani negotiators that the parties were close to agreement as late as the night before the bombing of Tehran and other Iranian cities began. Mainstream media have already cranked up the propaganda machine to frame this as everything from a necessary and just maneuver to an unfortunate turn of events. The anglo-centric framing is undeniable and we risk losing the plot. There’s also a stunning lack of historical perspective in any current analyses. Make no mistake, this is an illegal move conducted by a waning empire that put a madman in charge. And it threatens us all. Apologies for any mispronunciations! -Max Resources Drop Site American Prestige Al Jazeera English UNFTR Resources Video: Iran War, US Empire and What The Media is Hiding Essay: War in Iran and the Decline of the U.S. Empire. -- If you like #UNFTR, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: unftr.com/rate and follow us on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram at @UNFTRpod. Visit us online at unftr.com. Become a member at unftr.com/memberships. Buy yourself some Unf*cking Coffee at shop.unftr.com. Visit our bookshop.org page at bookshop.org/shop/UNFTRpod to find the full UNFTR book list, and find book recommendations from our Unf*ckers at bookshop.org/lists/unf-cker-book-recommendations. Access the UNFTR Musicless feed by following the instructions at unftr.com/accessibility.Support the show: https://www.unftr.com/membershipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel launches a tenth wave of strikes on Tehran.   U.S. citizens stranded by the war, express frustration. CNN projects James Talarico will win the Texas Democrat primary for Senate, while the GOP primary will head to a runoff. The father of a Georgia school shooter is found guilty of murder and manslaughter. Plus, the last Glamour Shots studio is shutting down.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Editor David Horovitz joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. US President Donald Trump on Tuesday denied that Israel dragged the US into war with Iran, insisting that if anything, the opposite could be true and that he felt Iran was going to attack first. These remarks come as politicians and media influencers on both sides of the US aisle condemn "Israel's war" and point their fingers at the Jewish state. In the first half of the program, we take a deep dive into Iran's greater existential threat to the Mideast -- and the world at large. Which nations appear to start internalizing that the extremist Islamist nation may actually do what it threatens it will? In the second half, we talk about the opportunity afforded at this time for Iranians to rise up and change their regime. It would be, posits Horovitz, more possible to see some form of "total victory" against the terror regime, as opposed to wiping out Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Trump says he may have forced Israel’s hand into war with Iranian ‘lunatics’ Isolationist US right-wing commentators decry Iran war; Trump says he doesn’t care US officials say diplomatic path was at dead end when Trump approved Iran strikes Iran and its proxies pose ongoing threat to US after Khamenei killing, US intel warns Hoping to pressure end to war, Iran aims fire at Arab neighbors. It hasn’t worked, yet Israel okays plan to slowly reopen airspace from Wednesday night for repatriation flights Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Gabriella Jacobs and edited by Ari Schlacht. IMAGE: A boy waves an Iranian flag in front of a police facility struck during the US–Israeli military campaign in Tehran, Iran, March 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Rothkopf joins Joanna Coles to argue that Donald Trump's Iran war reveals a president who believes he governs like a king, not a constitutional commander in chief. Rothkopf, The Daily Beast's unmissable columnist and Founder of the DSR Network, lays out the case that this is an illegal war launched without congressional approval, with just 21 percent public support, no coherent National Security Council process, and early casualties already compounding the chaos. He connects Trump's impulsive strike to Benjamin Netanyahu's political incentives, the risk of regional escalation, oil shocks ahead of the midterms, and the dangerous fantasy that regime change will somehow yield democracy in Tehran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the fourth day of the US and Israel's war against Iran, Tehran has widened its retaliatory attacks in the Gulf region, with two of its drones hitting the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. Iran has threatened to ''set fire'' to any ship passing the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil and gas shipping route. The cost of hiring an oil supertanker from the Middle East to China has doubled since last week, reaching an all-time high of more than $400,000 a day. In the US, Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells journalists "the hardest hits" on Iran are "yet to come". Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance insists that the conflict will not drag on for years. As the Trump administration seeks to justify its military campaign, what do Americans make of the decision to attack Iran? We hear from voters in Texas.Also: US lawmakers have released Bill and Hillary Clinton's video testimonies about Jeffrey Epstein, totalling around nine hours' worth of footage. A long-lost painting by the Dutch Master Rembrandt has been traced and authenticated by the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. And Ethiopia unveils Africa's first unmanned smart police station, powered by artificial intelligence.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

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The war in Iran has entered its fourth day with further American and Israeli strikes, and Iranian retaliation across the region. Now Israel's prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu has launched a ground offensive in Lebanon. Attacks on Tehran involved the use of Artificial Intelligence, so why is the Pentagon picking a fight with Anthropic, its supplier? And Pokémon turns 30.Watch “The Insider” on Iran: Economist experts ask what will happen nextGuests and host:Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondentHenry Tricks, US technology editorMoeka Iida, Japan correspondentRosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: War in Iran, America, Israel, Lebanon, Hizbullah, Middle EastAnthropic, OpenAI, Claude, Artificial Intelligence Pokemon, mediaListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

P.M. Edition for Mar. 3. Three days after the U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Trump isn't sure who he wants in power in Tehran. WSJ national security reporter Vera Bergengruen discusses the options he's presented. Plus, Trump said Iran's military has been largely neutralized, which, as markets reporter Hannah Erin Lang describes, helped markets regain their footing from their earlier drop early today. And the case for going to war with Iran comes under growing scrutiny. We hear from WSJ reporter Alexander Ward about how the administration is talking about why it went to war, and why it matters. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crypto fled Iran after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes. Crypto outflows from Iran's largest exchange jumped 700% within minutes of the first U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Tehran, according to analytics firm Elliptic. Is this the start of massive capital flight? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts "CoinDesk Daily." - Nexo is the premier digital wealth platform. Receive interest on your crypto, borrow against it without selling, and trade a range of assets. Now available in the U.S with 30 days of exclusive privileges. Get started at nexo.com/coindesk. - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.

President Trump says both Iran's leadership and military have been knocked out by US and Israeli attacks on day four of the war. We'll bring you the latest and hear from Lebanon's Deputy Prime Minister as Israel pursues the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia; and how might Gulf states react if Iran continues to attack them?(An explosion in Tehran, Iran as US/Israeli attacks continue. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)

As loud explosions continue to be heard across Tehran there are reports that many residents are trying to flee the capital by car while others are stocking up on essential supplies. Israel says it's bombed Iran's presidential office and the US claims to have destroyed command facilities and missile launch sites across the country. Iran has threatened to open the gates of hell as it retaliates.Also, Leaked photo, hot tub, and Pizzagate - video of Clintons' testimony on Epstein ties released. And discovering your old painting was actually a masterpiece by Rembrandt!

After the US and Israel assassinated Iran's Supreme leader, Tehran has hit back. Missiles have rained down on the Gulf. Will the region retaliate? Julian Borger reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Iran experienced a fourth straight day of airstrikes from U.S. and Israeli forces. Special correspondent Reza Sayah reports from Tehran. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

President Donald Trump warned more strikes on Iran were imminent, as US embassies across the Middle East shut down. Israel's strikes in Tehran and Beirut are expanding the war into Lebanon. US oil prices are on track for their biggest one-day jump in years – a surge that could push gas prices even higher. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is testifying before the Senate Judiciary committee. Plus, a environmental health advocacy group has found some alarming substances in the US food supply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is just a teaser for today's episode, which is available for Patreon subscribers only!   We can't do the show without your support, so help us keep the lights on over here and access tons of bonus content, including the "Last Week in Lebanon" column by Roqayah and our newest contributor Hadi Hoteit, by subscribing on our Patreon for as little as $5 a month. While you're at it, we also love it when you subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts.  This week's bonus episode is a collaboration with The Colony Archive and The East is a Podcast. While Roqayah is documenting the lead-up to another Israeli ground invasion of south Lebanon, Kumars and friend of the show Sina Rahmani were finally able to reach fellow friend of the show Navid Zarrinnal in Tehran.  Speaking on the phone as the internet blackout continues, Navid discusses his experience of the bombardment of Tehran, the US and Israel's increasingly untargeted strikes across the country, Western media's psychological warfare against people in Iran, and how Iranians are responding to the assassination of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. Sina and Kumars fill Navid in on the abysmal response to this attack in the United States, Iran's ongoing retaliation against Israel and US bases in the region, and the massive mobilization of Shia Muslims in response to the news of Khamenei's martyrdom.

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On Saturday, Israel and the United States struck Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tehran has been responding with volleys of missiles aimed at Israel—and also at several other countries in the region. How will the conflict end? How long can Tehran sustain this fight? Iran expert Vali Nasr joined Ravi Agrawal for an emergency episode that ran live on the afternoon of Monday, March 3.  Daniel Byman: 6 Questions About Operation Epic Fury Barbara Slavin: Death Comes to the Dictator Ali Hashem: Iran Is Built to Withstand the Ayatollah's Assassination Alireza Nader and Nik Kowsar: Khamenei Is Dead. Who's In Charge of Iran? Amos C. Fox and Franz-Stefan Gady: Iran, Israel, and the U.S. Are Racing the Clock Anchal Vohra: Iran's Proxies Are Out for Themselves for Now Emma Ashford: Trump Is Betraying His Base by Waging War on Iran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After three days of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes across Iran -- a journalist tells us that, despite the death of the Ayatollah, the regime remains in full crackdown mode. A pro-regime academic in Tehran tells us the government has a clear plan to stay in power -- and says Iranians are united against their true enemies: the U.S. and Israel. One of Canada's last diplomats in Iran tells us Prime Minister Carney did the right thing by supporting strikes on the country -- no matter the potential fallout at home. Our guest built a seasonings company called Spyce Girlz. But now that the '90s girl-power pop group is threatening to sue her, she's feeling kind of salty. With the world feeling like a dumpster fire, one New Yorker decided to focus on a problem she could do something about: cleaning up the Brooklyn Bridge.Major League Baseball has a new system that can tell for sure whether a pitch was high, low, or just right -- but for it to work, a lot of players are having to admit they're not as tall as they claimed to be.As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio that never shrinks from the truth.

It is day three of the U.S. Israeli war with Iran as the fighting widens with Tehran launching retaliatory attacks across the Middle East, and Israel trading fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon.President Trump says the strikes will continue “at full force” and warns Americans there will likely be more U.S. casualties, as the White House still hasn't spelled out the war's objectives or how long it could last.And Iran's retaliation is hitting America's Gulf partners hard, with missiles and drones turning places like Doha, Bahrain and Dubai into battle zones.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by James Hider, Tina Kraya, Anna Yukhananov, Miguel Macias, Mohamad ElBardicy, and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Zo van Ginhoven. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.(0:00) Introduction(01:53) US Israeli War With Iran(05:14) Trump's War Address(09:05) Gulf Countries Bear The BruntTo manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On the morning of February 28, 2026, the US and Israel bombed several parts of Iran, including the Tehran compound of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Geopolitical expert and Eurasia Group founder Ian Bremmer breaks down why US President Donald Trump made the decision to strike, what it means for hopes of “regime change” and the key details you need to know about this perilous moment in global history. (This interview, hosted by TED's Helen Walters, was recorded on February 28, 2026.)Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicolle Wallace covers how the latest attack within Iran is yet another betrayal of the MAGA base, who wants America to be put first. Back before the 2024 election, Stephen Miller, now Homeland Security Advisor to Trump, called Kamala Harris' campaign “war-mongering neocons [who] love sending your kids to die for wars they would never fight themselves.” Fast forward to 2026 under a second Trump presidency, the United States has upended Venezuela's regime, conducted air strikes in the Caribbean, and struck Iran, killing its Supreme Leader, all of which puts the U.S. military at risk. Later, Marc Elias and Tim Miller discuss Trump's unproven claims of Iran interfering in the 2020 election, leading to his loss to Joe Biden, and how Trump might use his attack on Iran to justify a power grab over voting in the 2026 midterms. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh To listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nicolle Wallace covers the latest breaking news coming out of Iran amid the endless unanswered questions from the Trump administration as to what the goals of this new war are. New reporting from the Washington Post suggests that many inside the Pentagon are nervous at the possibility that the conflict ignited in Iran may soon become too big for the United States to handle. Later, Rep. Jason Crow joins Nicolle to discuss how Congress feels about Trump refusing to get Congressional authorization before attacking Iran. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh To listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

- The Ayatollah is eliminated in Operation Epic Fury, and Gerry calls it long-overdue accountability for decades of American bloodshed. - Support erupts from Tehran to Los Angeles, while U.S. Democrats blast the strike as illegal and reckless. - Gerry warns against another Iraq-style disaster, urging caution even as he backs decisive action. - Media outlets are torched for soft obituaries and partisan outrage over Congress not being briefed. - An Austin terror attack and sanctuary city policies reignite the border debate as sleeper-cell fears grow. Today's podcast is sponsored by : BOLL & BRANCH COMFORT SHEETS - Discover linen softness beyond your wildest dreams with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off your first set of sheets plus free shipping at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://BollAndBranch.com/GERRY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with promo code GERRY   QUINCE CLOTHING - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince.  Go to http://Quince.com/GERRY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://Newsmax.com/Listen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://NewsmaxPlus.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:             • Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/FB⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠             • X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠            • Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://nws.mx/IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠            • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠             • Rumble: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠             • TRUTH Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠            • GETTR: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gettr.com/user/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠            • Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠             • Telegram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://t.me/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠              • BlueSky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠            • Parler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://app.parler.com/newsmax⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States is once again at war in the Middle East.The Trump administration, with support from Israel, made targeted air strikes against high-profile targets in Iran this weekend. Tehran responded by firing its own missiles at nearby Israeli and American military bases. This all comes after weeks of talks between Washington and Tehran over the latter's nuclear program and a major military buildup on the part of the U.S. in the Middle East. Several U.S. service members have been reported dead as a result of Iran's retaliation.President Donald Trump explained his rationale for the attacks in an eight-minute video posted on Truth Social Saturday morning, saying he hoped to destroy Iran's nuclear program and cripple its military.Now, leaders, analysts, and the world are wondering what yet another conflict in the region means for the futures of those who live there, the future of the global energy market, the midterm elections, and much more. We sit down with a panel of experts to unpack it all.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Gaius recounts meeting Prime Minister Mossadegh as a child, framing the current crisis within a century of failed American "engineering" in Persian affairs. They reflect on the unsustainable, "European-import" nature of the Shah's regime and conclude that foreign intervention historically backfires, leading to revolutionary outcomes inimical to American interests.1979 TEHRAN

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First up — just days into Operation Epic Fury, Israel says it now controls Iran's airspace and is operating directly over Tehran after dismantling key air defense systems and missile infrastructure. We break down what aerial supremacy means strategically — and why Iran, though wounded, remains dangerous. Later in the show — the world reacts. From the United Nations to Brussels, from Moscow to Beijing, global leaders weigh in as the conflict reshapes diplomatic alignments and raises fears of broader escalation. Plus — while the war rages abroad, the FBI shifts into a heightened defensive posture at home. Director Kash Patel orders counterterrorism teams onto high alert as intelligence officials monitor for potential asymmetric blowback inside the United States. And in today's Back of the Brief — a mass shooting in Austin leaves three dead and more than a dozen injured. We bring you the latest details as authorities investigate the motive and whether terrorism may be a factor. 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 Ethos Life Insurance: Protect your family's future with fast, online life insurance from Ethos—get your free quote in minutes at https://Ethos.com/PDB  American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334, http://nmlsconsumeraccess.org -. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/PDB and use promocode PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up — Day Three of Operation Epic Fury, and the cost of war for the United States has risen. We bring you the latest from the battlefield as American casualties climb and examine why, even as the fighting intensifies, Tehran appears increasingly isolated diplomatically on the world stage. Later in the show — Israel opens another front, launching strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after the terror group fires missiles across the border. We break down what this expansion means for regional stability and the risk of a broader conflict. 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 Ethos Life Insurance: Protect your family's future with fast, online life insurance from Ethos—get your free quote in minutes at https://Ethos.com/PDB  American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334, http://nmlsconsumeraccess.org -. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/PDB and use promocode PDB at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Special Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan unpacks Operation Epic Fury - the U.S. and Israeli regime change strike on Iran that has now entered its third day. Bryan explains how failed peace talks, fresh CIA intelligence, and the arrival of the USS Gerald Ford set the stage for a massive coordinated strike that killed the Ayatollah and dozens of senior Iranian military and political leaders. More than 1,000 targets have reportedly been hit, including missile depots, drone facilities, naval assets, and command centers, while U.S. forces work to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and prevent oil shocks. But the fallout is already spreading. Iran has launched retaliatory missile and drone strikes across the region, three U.S. service members have been killed in Kuwait, American embassies face unrest abroad, and a deadly terror attack in Austin, Texas has heightened homeland security concerns. Meanwhile, Democrats and some America First voices question the legality and wisdom of the war, as markets react to rising oil prices and analysts weigh China's next move amid tightening global energy supply. Bryan closes with a sober reflection on regime collapse risks inside Iran, fragile U.S. weapons stockpiles, and the haunting lessons of North Korea - asking whether this moment represents strategic foresight or a dangerous gamble.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: March 2 2026 Wright Report, Operation Epic Fury Iran regime change, Ayatollah killed strike Tehran, USS Gerald Ford Middle East deployment, Strait of Hormuz naval battle, Iran missile retaliation Kuwait US casualties, Austin Texas terror attack Iran supporter, China oil vulnerability Strait of Malacca India base, IRGC power struggle succession, War Powers Act debate Trump, oil prices spike inflation risk, US munitions stockpile shortages, North Korea nuclear lesson comparison

After U.S.–Israeli strikes deep inside Iran that killed the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and dozens of top leaders, the region is entering one of its most volatile moments in decades. Iran has responded aggressively across the Gulf, targeting or threatening neighboring states, while announcing a temporary leadership structure in Tehran. The stakes now extend far beyond Iran's borders.To make sense of this moment, Mosheh speaks again with Washington Post journalist and former Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian — who spent 544 days imprisoned by the Iranian regime and has deep knowledge of the country and the regime.Just 36 hours into this new phase of conflict, Rezaian breaks down how significant the removal of Iran's top leadership really is, whether cracks could emerge inside the security forces, and how the Islamic Republic has maintained power for decades. We examine the real scenarios ahead and what Iranians are feeling on the ground. Mosheh Oinounou (⁠⁠⁠@mosheh⁠⁠⁠) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. He has 20 years of experience at networks including Fox News, Bloomberg Television and CBS News, where he was the executive producer of the CBS Evening News and launched the network's 24 hour news channel. He founded the @mosheh Instagram news account in 2020 and the Mo News podcast and newsletter in 2022.

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: A new bookish metaphor and book moms in the wild Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: Organizing Our Bookshelves Before We Go: our new segment featuring bookish friend posts and a sleeper hit you should read. Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:18 - Ad For Ourselves 2:03 - Currently Reading Patreon 2:55 - Bookish Moments of the Week 3:19 - A Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl 7:44 - @meg.al.reads on Instagram 9:19 - Current Reads 9:26 - Agnes Aubert's Magical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett (Mary) 9:54 - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett 13:34 - Mate by Ali Hazelwood (Kaytee) 13:38 - Bride by Ali Hazelwood MARYS NEXT BOOK BEGINS AT 17:43 IF YOU DON'T WANT TO HEAR MATE'S SETUP 16:31 - romance.io 17:48 - Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen (Mary) 19:50 - The Arc by Tory Henwood Hoen 19:52 - CR Season 4: Episode 38 w/Mary's setup of The Arc 21:07 - One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad (Kaytee) 23:39 - American War by Omar El Akkad 26:02 - The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar (Mary) 28:19 - This Is How You Win the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar 29:57 - Honey by Imani Thompson (pre-order, releases May 5, 2026) (Kaytee) 32:10 - They Never Learn by Layne Fargo  34:36 - Organizing Our Bookshelves 36:51 - Ikea Kallax Bookshelf 37:47 - Ikea Billy Bookcase 42:40 - Cinder by Marissa Meyer  48:50 - The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali 49:47 - Currently Reading Substack 53:51 - Before We Go Kaytee  highlights a bookish friend post 54:38 - Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead 54:40 - The Wife, The Mistress and the Maid by Ariel Lawhon 54:42 - Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 54:44 - The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich 54:47 - The Antidote by Karen Russell 54:52 - The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kawali Mary brings a sleeper hit, with a twist: 57:02 - Looking At Picture Books w/Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen 58:51 - Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. March's IPL is brought by our lovely friends at An Unlikely Story in Plainville, MA. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads | Substack | Youtube The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Robin Wright, contributing writer and columnist for The New Yorker, talks about what might come next for Iran after its Supreme Leader was killed in an Israeli air strike, as the war continues to widen and the country remains divided politically.   photo: Pedestrians pass a portrait of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on March 2, 2026 in central Tehran, Iran. Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was confirmed killed after the United States and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran on February 28. Iran retaliated by firing waves of missiles and drones at Israel, and targeting U.S. allies in the region. (Photo by Majid Saeedi/Getty Images)

-Rob marvels at global celebrations from Los Angeles to Tehran while also side-eyeing Tucker Carlson, Rand Paul, MTG, and Thomas Massie for missing what he calls a historic moment. -Newsmax Chief White House Correspondent Mike Carter checks in on the Newsmax hotline straight from Washington after bouncing between Texas, Mar-a-Lago, and the White House, outlining Trump's four-point plan and describing the strikes that launched after midnight. Today's podcast is sponsored by : WEBROOT : No more stress over data breaches, scammers, identity theft, or accidental file deletion. With Webroot Total Protection, your entire digital life is protected by one subscription. Get 60% off now at http://Webroot.com/Newsmax BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catherine, David and Matt catch up on all the latest results and news in a week which saw the illusion of tennis existing outside of world events collapse again. Part one - ATP (00:00 - 48:17). We cover the dystopian scene of the doubles final in Dubai taking place despite American and Israeli strikes on Tehran and Iran's retaliatory attacks across the region. Plus, an update on the players and staff still stuck in Dubai with airspaces closed. On the court, there's chat about Daniil Medvedev finally winning a tournament for the second time, even if this one came via walkover, the return of Jack Draper, Flavio Cobolli's triumph in Acapulco, and Luciano Darderi picking up his fifth clay court title in Santiago. Part two - WTA (48:18 - 1:01:57). We discuss Peyton Stearns winning the title in her college town of Austin and a career-best moment for Cristina Bucsa in Merida. Part three - News (1:01:58 - 1:31:53). The worst kept secret is finally out - Craig Tiley is moving from Tennis Australia to the USTA. We discuss the challenges ahead of him and where Tennis Australia might go next. There's also chat about Emma Raducanu's clothing and coaching news as well as a look ahead to Indian Wells, which gets underway with its draw ceremony today.Become a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday's A.M. Update recaps one of the most extraordinary geopolitical weekends in recent memory: President Trump announces Operation Epic Fury, a massive U.S.-led (with heavy Israeli involvement) campaign of precision strikes dismantling Iran's nuclear sites, missile capabilities, air defenses, naval forces, and proxy networks after Tehran rejects zero-enrichment demands and attempts rebuilding. Initial volleys eliminate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and dozens of top IRGC and political leaders—enabled by CIA intel and executed by Israel—sparking nationwide celebrations in Iran. Iran's command structure fractures, with foreign minister admitting isolated, independent military actions; retaliatory strikes hit Gulf neighbors and bases, uniting regional powers against Tehran. Three U.S. service members killed in early action; domestic terror incident in Austin probed for links. Big-picture reflections on frightening allied military/intel capabilities, shifting Middle East dynamics, China's oil vulnerabilities, and lessons on decisive force versus endless nation-building.   A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, Operation Epic Fury, Iran strikes, Ayatollah Khamenei dead, Israel US alliance, nuclear program dismantled, IRGC leaders eliminated, Gulf states response, Tom Homan, Austin terror shooting

As the US and Israel continue their attacks on Iran, the capital Tehran has turned into a war zone, and residents say they are fearful for their lives. Also, the impact of the war is rippling outward, drawing in multiple Middle Eastern governments through direct attacks, defensive operations and diplomatic fallout, with shockwaves felt in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Lebanon. And, the conflict has also disrupted global travel as tens of thousands of people remain stranded around the world. Plus, we bring you the story of “medical totems” installed at a public health clinic in a remote area of the Brazilian Amazon to make up for low doctor-patient ratios. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Understanding the Drone War w/ AFSOC Pilot/Drone Expert Nolan Peterson. Khamenei is Dead. Calls for Impeachment. Graham: Cuba is Next. Hegseth vs Ivy League.  The war is on. The U.S. and Israel are continuing major strikes against Iran in what the Pentagon is calling Operation Epic Fury—killing the Ayatollah and triggering a cascade of drone attacks, friendly fire incidents, and four American service members killed in action (so far), while Trump threatens boots on the ground and Congress was home for the weekend and never even bothered to vote on it all. This is not working, America.  In this episode of Independent Americans, Paul Rieckhoff explains and makes sense of the choas–and is joined by returning champion Nolan Peterson—Non-resident Senior Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis, former Air Force Special Operations pilot combat vet, war reporter, Pentagon defense consultant, and co-founder of American Veterans for Ukraine—to explain what is really happening in the skies over Iran, the drone war already reshaping modern combat from Kyiv to Tehran to Tel Aviv, and what could be coming to our own shores from an aviation and drone expert who has spent over a decade living in Kyiv through full-scale war. Paul and Nolan unpack the three ways drones are transforming warfare: tactical battlefield dominance; unconventional strategic operations like Ukraine's Operation Spider Web (which you need to know about), and the reimagining of strategic air power via cheap, mass-produced drones. They confront the nightmare scenario generated by the Iran war of an adversary using that same technology to strike the American homeland and examine what it means that the Pentagon just kicked AI company Anthropic out for refusing to put AI into the kill chain—right before launching a new war. This is the show for people who refuse to zone out, digging into the failures of Congress, the human cost borne by military families, and Nolan's emotional reflections on welcoming home the next generation of veterans; Episode 453 is raw, urgent, and essential listening.  Skip the corporate and partisan media. They can't be trusted. Especially in times like this. Hook into Independent Americans, declare your independence and stay vigilant.  -WATCH full video of this episode here. -See Nolan's Bio and follow him on X.  -To help the families of our fallen servicemembers in this time of unimaginable pain and loss, support the heroic work of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS): https://www.taps.org  -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe now to hear the full episode and all of our breaking news specials. Danny and Derek give an update on the escalating regional conflict. They discuss the reported downing of three American F-15s over Kuwait, Israeli and U.S. operations inside Iran and Tehran's missile retaliation, Hezbollah's rocket fire and Israel's strikes in Lebanon, attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure and the effective shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump's shifting timeline and openness to ground troops, and the regional and domestic political fallout of the war so far. Note: Iran denies that they attacked Saudi oilfields. Recorded early mid afternoon, March 2, 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump says the US continues to carry out "large-scale combat operations" in Iran to eliminate threats posed by the Iranian regime. As explosions thunder across the Iranian capital, we'll hear from a journalist in Tehran. Also on the programme: the conflict spreading into Lebanon and across the Gulf, and why one Trump-supporting American commentator believes this war of choice was a mistake. (Photo: President Donald Trump attends a Medal of Honor ceremony at the White House in Washington, DC. Credit: Reuters)

For more perspective on war in Iran, Amna Nawaz spoke with Alan Eyre, Joel Rayburn and Holly Dagres. Eyre was part of the Obama administration's negotiating team for the Iran nuclear deal and is now at the Middle East Institute. Rayburn is a retired Army colonel and is now at the Hudson Institute. Dagres spent her teenage years in Tehran and is now at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Special correspondent Reza Sayah is in Tehran and joined Amna Nawaz to report on the latest developments in Iran. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

This is not the start of a war. It’s the end of one. And if you believe in America First, then confronting Iran is not optional—it’s overdue. For 47 years, the Iranian regime has waged a shadow war against the United States. Not with tanks and fighter jets, but through hostage-taking, terror proxies, roadside bombs, missile strikes, and militias trained with one mission: kill Americans and weaken America. From the moment radicals seized our embassy in 1979 and held Americans hostage for 444 days, this regime declared its hostility. They didn’t hide it. They institutionalized it. Since then, American blood has been spilled again and again, Beirut, Iraq, Syria, terror networks armed and funded by Tehran, and now renewed attacks through their regional proxies. Iran doesn’t fight like a conventional nation. It wages slow, asymmetric warfare, betting that U.S. leaders will lack the will to respond decisively. They bet wrong. What we are witnessing now is not escalation. It is accountability. America First means protecting American lives, not issuing another statement, not sending another pallet of cash, not pretending negotiations will change a regime whose identity is built on “Death to America.” America First means re-establishing deterrence so our troops are not perpetual targets. It means making clear that if you spend decades attacking Americans, there will be a point where the United States finishes the fight. Critics in Washington are already wringing their hands, claiming this risks war. But you cannot “risk starting” what has already been happening for nearly half a century. Refusing to respond didn’t bring peace. It brought more attacks, more emboldened militias, and more American casualties. Strength is not escalation. Strength is what stops escalation. The uncomfortable truth for the foreign-policy establishment is that deterrence only works when enemies believe you will actually use it. For decades, Iran gambled that America wouldn’t. That gamble is now being called. This is what ending a long war looks like—not endless occupation, not nation-building, but making unmistakably clear that targeting Americans carries consequences too severe to continue. That is not interventionism. That is national defense. That is America First. The Maverick Systemhttps://TheMaverickSystem.com VRA Insiderhttps://VRAInsider.com Patriot Mobilehttps://www.PatriotMobile.com/Grant TWC Health (Use Code “Grant” for 10% Off)https://Twc.Health/Grant Lost Soldier Oil and Gashttps://www.LostSoldier.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fallout from America's audacious attack on Iran continues, and there are a whole host of questions for Keir Starmer.The prime minister has been accused of being slow to react, having initially confirmed that ‘the United Kingdom played no role in these strikes', Labour since agreed to allow the Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford bases to be used for ‘defensive' strikes on Iranian missiles sites. This came after Tehran began to hit back at Britain's regional allies. Is Britain about to be sucked into another costly war in the Middle East? Should the PM stand up to Donald Trump? And will America's attack result in regime change, or are things only going to get worse?James Heale speaks to Tim Shipman and Michael Stephens, Middle East expert. Produced by Megan McElroy and Oscar Edmondson. Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world is reeling after the US and Israel struck Iran over the weekend. The FT's Najmeh Bozorgmehr details the situation on the ground in Tehran. Then we explore how the renewed conflict affects the United States and the Middle East. Plus, the FT's Malcolm Moore explains the potential implications for the oil market and the global economy. Mentioned in this podcast:What will war in Iran do to the global economy?Tehran: a city at warOil jumps as Donald Trump vows to continue striking IranInsurers to cancel policies and raise prices for ships in Gulf and Strait of HormuzAyatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, 1939-2026After Khamenei, who rules Iran?Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig and edited by Marc Filippino. It was produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Iran’s supreme leader killed and retaliation unfolding, the US and Israel appear to be testing the durability of the Islamic Republic. But Iran’s political system was designed to survive leadership loss and outside pressure. What does Washington misunderstand about Tehran’s structure, and how far is Iran prepared to go? In this episode: Ali Hashem, Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Sarí el-Khalili, David Enders, and Tamara Khandaker, with Spencer Cline, Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, Maya Hamadah, Noor Wazwaz, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhemm. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

The US-Israeli war on Iran is expanding into a global conflict. The European Union supports it. The UK is letting Trump use British bases. Germany and France are involved. Canada backs it. Tehran has retaliated, in self-defense, hitting US military bases in Gulf countries. Ben Norton explains. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un25sqF6tnU Topics 0:00 US-Israeli war on Iran expands 0:46 Pentagon admits war is based on lies 2:54 France, Germany, UK join war 3:36 USA is using British bases 4:44 Iran retaliates in self-defense 5:48 Iran hits US bases in Middle East 6:20 US casualties 6:42 CIA coup installed Iran's shah 7:22 USA wants hegemony 8:21 Iran closes Strait of Hormuz 9:23 US & Israel target Iranian leaders 11:19 Supreme leader Ali Khamenei 12:28 US & Israel bomb a school 13:38 Germany ignores international law 15:10 Friedrich Merz, BlackRock boy 16:27 Canada PM Mark Carney 17:48 (CLIP) Carney WEF Davos speech 18:45 West's hypocrisy 20:19 Trump's war unites the West 21:33 Canada supports US-Israeli war 22:11 Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant 22:49 Nuclear weapon negotiations 24:24 US surprise attacks on Iran 26:34 Myth of "rules-based order" 27:20 Germany supports war 28:39 Turning victim into aggressor 29:29 France supports war 31:07 EU supports war 32:10 Ursula von der Leyen hypocrisy 33:16 EU works with Israel 33:40 EU backs Gulf monarchies 35:22 EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas 36:51 UN Charter on use of force 37:37 UN Charter on self-defense 38:14 Western imperialism 39:15 Outro

It's Monday, March 2, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus United States and Israel bombed Iran The long-simmering threat of conflict between Washington, Jerusalem and Tehran erupted Saturday morning as the United States and Israel launched sweeping airstrikes against Iran, reports NBC News. The launch of “Operation Epic Fury” followed months of heated rhetoric and repeated warnings from President Trump about military intervention in Iran. U.S. and partner forces struck multiple targets, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields. Not only was Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed, but so was his top security adviser, his chief military secretary, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander, the Defense Minister, the Head of Iranian military intelligence, and former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, reports Axios and Israel National News. Trump: We will destroy Iran's “wicked, radical dictatorship” In an 8-minute address to America, President Donald Trump explained why he believed the attack on Iran was necessary. TRUMP: “Our objective is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime. For 47 years, the Iranian regime has chanted ‘Death to America' and waged an unending campaign of bloodshed and mass murder targeting the United States, our troops, and the innocent people in many, many countries.” The president laid out the litany of Iranian attacks from the 1979 U.S. Embassy Hostage Crisis in which dozens of Americans were taken hostage for 444 days and the 1983 bombing of the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut that killed 241 soldiers to the attack on the U.S.S. Cole in 2000, the killing of U.S. soldiers in Iraq, and the Iranian-funded attack on Israel through Hamas on October 7, 2023. TRUMP: “For these reasons, the United States military is undertaking a massive and ongoing operation to prevent this very wicked, radical dictatorship from threatening America and our core national security interests. We are going to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground. It will be totally obliterated. We're going to annihilate their navy. We're going to ensure that the region's terrorist proxies can no longer destabilize the region or the world.” Isaiah 10:1-2 says, “Woe to those who make unjust laws, to those who issue oppressive decrees, to deprive the poor of their rights and withhold justice from the oppressed of my people, making widows their prey and robbing the fatherless.” President Trump expressed concern for the safety of U.S. soldiers. TRUMP: “The lives of courageous American heroes may be lost and we may have casualties. That often happens in war. We pray for every service member as they selflessly risk their lives to ensure that Americans, and our children, will never be threatened by a nuclear-armed Iran. We ask God to protect all of our heroes in harm's way. And we trust that with His help, the men and women of the armed forces will prevail.” Sadly, three U.S. service members have been killed in action, as part of the Trump administration's “Operation Epic Fury,” reports NewsNation.com. Iranians celebrating in the streets Anti-regime protesters in southern Iran tore down a statue of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in celebration of his death on Saturday, reports The Telegraph. In Tehran, loud cheers echoed from rooftops and through the streets.   Listen. (audio of Iranians celebrating) Celebratory music played, car horns honked and fireworks were set off in parts of the capital at around 11pm local time. They were joined by Iranians across the world who celebrated the Supreme Leader's downfall after he was killed in a barrage of US and Israeli missile strikes early on Saturday morning. Senator Ted Cruz: Bombing Iran is “single most important decision of [Trump's] presidency” Appearing on CBS' Face the Nation, Republican Senator Ted Cruz of Texas applauded President Trump's decision to bomb Iran. CRUZ: “President Trump's decision to launch this decisive action against Iran is the single most important decision of his presidency. He is taking this action because the government of Iran is a profound and malign influence. “They have been the leading state sponsor of terrorism for 47 years. They have, over that time, killed nearly 1,000 Americans. They provide more than 90% of the funding for Hamas. They provide more than 90% of the funding for Hezbollah, the Iranian Ayatollah, was, until yesterday, actively trying to murder the President of the United States, Donald J Trump.” Senator Lindsey Graham: “The mothership of terrorism is about to go down!” Appearing on Fox & Friends, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina was grateful the American people re-elected President Trump in 2024. GRAHAM: “My feeling today is that I'm very glad that President Trump won and Kamala Harris lost. Unfortunately, the modern Democratic Party is pathetic in the face of evil. “The difference between Donald Trump and our Democratic colleagues, he's common sense. He understands the world. He's of the mindset that the Ayatollah is Hitler in a robe, wearing a turban; that he's not capable of changing his ways. “Donald Trump does not get us entangled in forever wars, but he sure stands up to the bad guys, and he makes us safer. This is the most consequential decision any President has made since 1979.” Senator Graham predicted a major re-set in the Middle East because of “Operation Epic Fury.” GRAHAM: “If the regime falls, I think Saudi Arabia, the keeper of the holy mosque and Mecca and Medina, the center of Islam, will go back to the table to try to do peace with Israel. We were close before, before October the seventh. October the seventh was designed to stop normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel. “I think when this regime collapses, we'll be back at the table of normalization. If Saudi Arabia recognizes Israel it will be the biggest change in 1,000 years in the history of the MidEast. If this regime falls -- Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis terrorist network supported by Iran -- will collapse, slowly but surely. “The mothership of terrorism is about to go down. There's a new dawn coming in the Mideast.” Mass shooting in Austin leaves 3 dead and 14 wounded Three people are dead and 14 have been injured after a mass shooting at a popular bar along West Sixth Street in downtown Austin, Texas during the early morning hours of Sunday, March 1, reports the San Antonio Express-News. The shooting took place at Buford's, a popular bar along the West Sixth Street entertainment strip. Anniversary of John Wesley's death And finally, John Wesley, the English evangelist, who was a principal leader of a revival movement within the Church of England known as Methodism, died at the age of 87 on this day, March 2nd in 1791. Wesley placed his faith in Christ on May 24, 1738. Referring to our Savior Jesus Christ, Luke wrote in Acts 4:12, “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” In his early ministry years, Wesley was barred from preaching in many parish churches and the Methodists were persecuted. Under Wesley's direction, Methodists became leaders in many social issues of the day, including the abolition of slavery. He became known for the Wesley Covenant Prayer. It says, “I am no longer my own, but Thine. Put me to what Thou wilt, rank me with whom Thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed for Thee or laid aside for Thee, exalted for Thee or brought low for Thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to Thy pleasure and disposal. And now, O glorious and blessed God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Thou art mine, and I am Thine. So be it. And the covenant which I have made on Earth, let it be ratified in Heaven. Amen.” Wesley wrote hymns including “O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing.” “O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer's praise, the glories of my God and King, the triumphs of His grace! My gracious Master and my God, assist me to proclaim, to spread thro' all the Earth abroad the honors of Thy name.” John Wesley became widely respected, and by the end of his life, was described as "the best-loved man in England.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, March 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Sirens don't always sound before a war—sometimes the warning is a bland memo telling diplomats to pack. We open with the U.S. pullback of non‑emergency staff from Israel and track how similar moves in Lebanon and likely elsewhere signal more than routine caution. From there, we map the fault lines in the Iran talks: Oman's shuttle diplomacy, Tehran's offer to dilute 60 percent uranium in exchange for real sanctions relief, and Washington's push for a forever framework with stockpile transfer. When “progress” headlines collide with uncompromising demands, the math points one direction—toward force. We challenge the claim that Iran “won't say no nukes” by pulling the public statements and the religious decree that prohibit nuclear weapons, then set that against the hard lesson of deterrence from Iraq, Libya, and nuclear‑armed North Korea. Add in a persistent myth about EFPs in Iraq being “made in Iran,” and you get a narrative built to justify strikes rather than to solve a problem. We explain how these talking points, repeated often, become premises for action, and why a strike would likely trigger missile salvos that overwhelm defenses, hit U.S. positions, and drag Israel into a wider fight. Power without process is a theme throughout. We press the missing question to the presidency: where is the congressional authorization for a new Middle East war? A real vote could slow or stop escalation, yet media and political opponents remain quiet. The show widens to Cuba, where intensified sanctions aim to force internal change, and to the AI front, where the U.S. moved to cancel contracts with Anthropic after the company resisted military targeting and mass surveillance uses. That confrontation reveals how quickly advanced tech can be bent to state aims when guardrails are treated as disobedience.

To some Americans, it looked random. To others, it looked reckless. But today we walk through the timeline that led here: nuclear ambitions, long-range missile development, 223 attacks on U.S. bases, and three American troops killed in Jordan. From the 2015 nuclear deal to the October 7 attacks and the renewed funding streams to Tehran, we connect the dots between sanctions relief, proxy warfare, and the targeting of American personnel. Why did the strikes on U.S. bases surge after October 2023? What role did frozen assets and overseas transfers play? And why does President Trump say, “I was the hunted — now I'm the hunter”? This episode lays out the argument behind the operation to dismantle Iran's missile infrastructure and prevent a nuclear-armed regime from threatening U.S. troops, allies, and potentially the American homeland. Primary Entities & Figures Discussed Donald Trump Joe Biden Mike Pompeo Barack Obama Hamas October 7 attacks in Israel U.S. base casualties in Jordan Financial transfers routed through Oman Episode Breakdown 1️⃣ Nuclear Ambitions & Missile Expansion Iran rejects opportunities to curb its nuclear program Continued development of long-range missile systems Potential reach into Europe and eventual U.S. homeland capability 2️⃣ October 2023 Turning Point Surge of 223 attacks on U.S. and coalition bases 186 casualties reported 130 traumatic brain injuries 3 U.S. troops killed in Jordan 3️⃣ Sanctions, Frozen Funds & Billions Released Trump-era economic pressure campaign Biden-era asset releases reportedly totaling tens of billions Debate over whether financial relief enabled military expansion 4️⃣ Proxy Warfare & October 7 Role of Hamas as an Iran-backed proxy Claims of Iranian financing, training, and logistical support Renewed transfers following the attacks 5️⃣ Assassination Claims & Domestic Security Alleged Iranian plots targeting U.S. officials Debate over federal response “Hunted vs. Hunter” framing from Trump Signature Soundbite “I was the hunted. Now I'm the hunter.” Core Argument Presented The episode argues that military action was not sudden escalation but a culmination of: Repeated base attacks Ongoing missile expansion Financial resuscitation of the regime Alleged assassination threats The stated objective: Destroy missile capability, dismantle infrastructure, and prevent a nuclear-armed adversary from threatening American troops and territory. Call to Action Was this necessary national defense — or dangerous escalation?

To some Americans, it looked random. To others, it looked reckless. But today we walk through the timeline that led here: nuclear ambitions, long-range missile development, 223 attacks on U.S. bases, and three American troops killed in Jordan. From the 2015 nuclear deal to the October 7 attacks and the renewed funding streams to Tehran, we connect the dots between sanctions relief, proxy warfare, and the targeting of American personnel. Why did the strikes on U.S. bases surge after October 2023? What role did frozen assets and overseas transfers play? And why does President Trump say, “I was the hunted — now I'm the hunter”? This episode lays out the argument behind the operation to dismantle Iran's missile infrastructure and prevent a nuclear-armed regime from threatening U.S. troops, allies, and potentially the American homeland. Primary Entities & Figures Discussed Donald Trump Joe Biden Mike Pompeo Barack Obama Hamas October 7 attacks in Israel U.S. base casualties in Jordan Financial transfers routed through Oman Episode Breakdown 1️⃣ Nuclear Ambitions & Missile Expansion Iran rejects opportunities to curb its nuclear program Continued development of long-range missile systems Potential reach into Europe and eventual U.S. homeland capability 2️⃣ October 2023 Turning Point Surge of 223 attacks on U.S. and coalition bases 186 casualties reported 130 traumatic brain injuries 3 U.S. troops killed in Jordan 3️⃣ Sanctions, Frozen Funds & Billions Released Trump-era economic pressure campaign Biden-era asset releases reportedly totaling tens of billions Debate over whether financial relief enabled military expansion 4️⃣ Proxy Warfare & October 7 Role of Hamas as an Iran-backed proxy Claims of Iranian financing, training, and logistical support Renewed transfers following the attacks 5️⃣ Assassination Claims & Domestic Security Alleged Iranian plots targeting U.S. officials Debate over federal response “Hunted vs. Hunter” framing from Trump Signature Soundbite “I was the hunted. Now I'm the hunter.” Core Argument Presented The episode argues that military action was not sudden escalation but a culmination of: Repeated base attacks Ongoing missile expansion Financial resuscitation of the regime Alleged assassination threats The stated objective: Destroy missile capability, dismantle infrastructure, and prevent a nuclear-armed adversary from threatening American troops and territory. Call to Action Was this necessary national defense — or dangerous escalation?

How will the Iranian people respond to yesterday's strikes and President Trump's call to arms? We speak with Tehran native Janatan Sayeh, an Iran Analyst for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, for an insider's perspective. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Ep. 2658 - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsors: Balance of Nature - Go to ⁠https://BalanceofNature.com⁠ and order the Whole Health System supplements as a Preferred Customer today. Good Ranchers - Get $25 off your first order and free meat for life when you use code WIRE at https://GoodRanchers.com - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy morning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices