
The Brian Lehrer Show Monday Morning Global Politics - Middle East Conflicts Converge into One
Jan 22, 2024
Robin Wright, a contributing writer and columnist for The New Yorker, discusses the convergence of conflicts in the Middle East, including Hamas and Israel's war in Gaza. The speaker explores the involvement of the United States, Hamas' goals, and the potential for escalation. They also touch on alternative shipping routes, Israeli divisions on the war, building a regional defense agreement, and the US role in Middle East conflicts.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Convergence of Middle East Conflicts
02:00 • 19min
Hamas' Goals and Israel's Security
20:48 • 2min
Alternative Shipping Routes and Israeli Divisions on the War and Hostages
23:05 • 4min
Building a Regional Defense Agreement in the Middle East
26:47 • 13min
US Role in Middle East Conflicts and Concerns for Iraq and Syria
39:18 • 6min
