The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart Israel, Iran and Trump’s Incompetence
258 snips
Jun 19, 2025 
Christiane Amanpour, CNN's Chief International Anchor, and Ben Rhodes, former Deputy National Security Advisor, dive deep into the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. They dissect Trump's erratic responses and unravel the complexities of peace versus war in international relations. The duo critiques U.S. foreign policy, the implications of the Iran nuclear deal, and the tendency of political leaders to prefer military action over diplomacy. Their insights illuminate the urgent challenges in navigating the volatile geopolitics of the Middle East.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Trump's Incompetence Fuels Chaos
- Jon Stewart highlights President Trump's incompetence as a key cause of chaos in global affairs.
- This incompetence leads to unpredictable policies that escalate conflicts rather than manage them.
Iran Unaware of Deadline
- Iranian officials deny knowing of a 60-day deadline linked to US-Iran negotiations.
- Attacks on Iran occurred suddenly, impacting military and civilian sites, spreading fear internally.
Israel's Strike Was Calculated
- Ben Rhodes distrusts the idea that the 60-day deadline was a firm ultimatum.
- Israel's strike was opportunistic, timed when Iranian defenses were perceived weaker and diplomacy threatened action.