Newshour Iran warns US against intervention as protesters defy crackdown
Jan 11, 2026
Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project, analyzes the ongoing protests in Iran, emphasizing that the president's conciliatory remarks come too late for protesters demanding real change. Michael Bustamante discusses Cuba's heavy reliance on Venezuelan oil and the vulnerabilities this presents amidst geopolitical tensions. Lastly, mentalist Oz Perlman reveals his mind-reading techniques, demonstrating practical social skills to enhance personal interactions in everyday life.
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Three Structural Faults Driving The Crisis
- Vaez identifies mismanagement, corruption, and sanctions as Iran's core problems requiring structural change.
- He argues only negotiated exits tied to sanctions relief can avoid catastrophic escalation.
Guessing Joe Rogan's PIN Live
- Oz Perlman described publicly guessing Joe Rogan's PIN on live TV and provoking a strong reaction.
- He framed his work as learned techniques, not supernatural powers.
Intervention Could Backfire Domestically
- Cornered regimes may escalate violently and welcome foreign attacks to rally domestic support.
- Vaez warns military intervention risks rapid regional conflagration rather than quick solutions.
