Fareed Zakaria GPS Richard Haass and Randa Slim on escalation in the Middle East
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Oct 14, 2024 Joining the discussion are Richard Haass, a foreign policy expert, and Randa Slim, a specialist in Middle Eastern politics. They tackle the escalating tensions in the Middle East, focusing on Israel's potential military response to Iran. Retired Admiral James Stavridis adds insights on the Ukraine conflict, while Malcolm Gladwell reflects on social trends in his new book. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani shares his views on Iraq's complex relationship with Iran and ongoing challenges his country faces. It's a rich conversation about geopolitics and the future of conflict resolution.
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Today's Program
- Fareed Zakaria discusses the escalating Middle East tensions with experts Richard Haass and Randa Slim.
- He also plans to cover the war in Ukraine with Admiral James Stavridis and Malcolm Gladwell's new book.
Israel's War Aims in Lebanon
- Israel had the right to retaliate against Hezbollah in Lebanon, given Lebanon's failure to prevent attacks.
- However, Israel's expanded war aims, similar to the US in Korea, risk overreach and unrealistic goals like eliminating Hezbollah.
Israeli Strike on Iran: Goals and Strategies
- Israel's goal for striking Iran remains unclear, ranging from restoring deterrence to regime change.
- Recommended approach: Target Iranian military sites producing weapons, balancing deterrence with avoiding all-out war.
