System Update with Glenn Greenwald Are We Moving Towards War With Iran? PLUS: Zaid Jilani on the El Salvador Deportations and Harvard’s Fight Against Trump
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Apr 17, 2025 
Zaid Jilani, a thought-provoking journalist and commentator, dives into the alarming rhetoric surrounding Trump's threats towards Iran and the potential for military conflict. He also addresses the controversial deportations impacting individuals in El Salvador, critiquing government practices that bypass due process. The conversation highlights Harvard's ideological struggles under Trump’s administration, focusing on the clash over free speech and the influence of conservative donors in shaping academic policies. It's a riveting exploration of contemporary U.S. social and political tensions.
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Trump's Unconventional Iran Threats
- Trump's open threats of bombing Iran break with diplomatic norms.
- This could be positive, disrupting failed foreign policy consensus, but also risks escalating tensions.
Trump's North Korea Diplomacy
- Trump's direct diplomacy with North Korea, while ultimately unsuccessful, broke a taboo.
- Maximalist demands on denuclearization hindered a final settlement.
Witkoff's Shift on Iran Enrichment
- Steve Witkoff suggested a 3.67% uranium enrichment threshold for Iran, mirroring the JCPOA.
- This sparked outrage from Iran hawks, leading to a rapid clarification demanding total elimination of Iran's program.