In this interview, Jack Carr discusses his new book Targeted: Beirut (release date: September 24th) which explores the 1983 Beirut Marine barracks bombing and its long-term impact on U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to terrorism and Iran's influence in the Middle East. Jack explains how the event marked a pivotal shift in the U.S.'s approach to global conflicts, setting a framework that continues to shape geopolitical decisions today. He highlights the importance of learning from history to avoid repeating mistakes, emphasizing the personal stories of those affected by the bombing and drawing parallels between past events and modern conflicts, such as Afghanistan and current tensions in the Middle East.

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0:00 Intro

2:45 Tracing today's global conflicts back to Lebanon in the 1980s

7:43 Why was there a war in Lebanon from 1977 to 1990?

12:14 The rise of Hezbollah and its influence

21:23 Reflections on Reagan's decision-making in Beirut

24:09 Learning from the 1983 Beirut bombing and applying lessons to today

33:28 Challenges in learning and applying lessons from military history

40:53 Comparing today's conflicts in Israel and Ukraine with historical events

44:53 Strategic counsel on U.S. policy toward Ukraine

47:27 Final thoughts on writing Targeted Beirut and its importance

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