Ronen Bergman, a New York Times Magazine staff writer and expert on Israeli targeted assassinations, discusses Israel's recent strikes on Iran and their potential for escalation. Former U.S. ambassador Ryan Crocker expresses concerns about prolonged conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah. Jung Pak reflects on North Korea's military ties with Russia, emphasizing its implications for global stability. Lastly, Richard Reeves highlights the crisis facing American men, exploring the shifting political landscape and the Democratic Party's waning support among them.
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Military Imbalance
Israel's air force effectively destroyed Iran's air defenses, leaving them vulnerable.
This mismatch in capabilities creates an opportunity for further strikes if Iran retaliates.
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Potential Escalation
Iran is expected to retaliate for the Israeli strikes, potentially escalating the conflict.
Israel may target Iranian energy facilities after the U.S. elections if further attacks occur.
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Reshaping Regional Power
Some in the Israeli elite believe this is a historic moment to reshape power dynamics in the region.
They even entertain the idea of regime change in Iran, going beyond simply deterring attacks.
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Becoming Kim Jong Un offers a detailed account of the North Korean leader's life, from his childhood as the grandson of Kim Il Sung to his historic summits with President Donald Trump. The book provides insights into Kim's personality, motivations, and the challenges he poses to global security. Written by Jung H. Pak, a former CIA analyst, it sheds light on the complexities of North Korea's regime and its implications for international relations.
The Age of Revolution
Eric Hobsbawm
Of Boys and Men
Richard V. Reeves
In 'Of Boys and Men,' Richard V. Reeves delves into the complex and urgent crisis of boyhood and manhood. He discusses how profound economic and social changes have led to many boys and men losing ground in education, the workplace, and family life. Reeves presents detailed research on the structural challenges, including lower academic performance, declining labor force participation, and the specific hardships faced by black boys and men. He argues that both conservative and progressive politicians have failed to provide effective solutions and offers fresh, innovative proposals such as delaying boys' entry into school, increasing male teachers, and improving vocational education. The book emphasizes the need for a positive vision of masculinity in a more equal world without compromising gender equality[3][4][5].
Rise and kill first
The Secret History of Israel's Targeted Assassinations
Ronen Bergman
This book provides a detailed account of Israel's targeted killing programs, from the early days of the state to the present. Bergman, through extensive interviews with over a thousand state officials and access to thousands of classified documents, reveals the intricacies of Israel's intelligence community and armed services. The book explores the historical context, operational details, and moral dilemmas associated with these programs, including the assassination of key figures from Hamas, Hezbollah, the PLO, and Iranian nuclear scientists. It also discusses the broader impact on Israeli statecraft and international relations[2][3][6].
Today on the show, Israel launched retaliatory strikes on Iran. New York Times Magazine staff writer Ronen Bergman joins Fareed to discuss the fallout from these strikes and the likelihood of further escalation.
Next, former U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Lebanon Ryan Crocker speaks with Fareed about his concerns that Israel’s wars with Hamas and Hezbollah will last for years.
Then, former U.S. State Department official Jung Pak speaks with Fareed about the implications of thousands of North Korean troops being deployed to Russia for training, and the significance of the growing alliance between Moscow and Pyongyang.
Finally, author of “Of Boys and Men” Richard Reeved joins to tell Fareed about the crisis facing American men, and why the Democratic party has lost so much support among the group.
GUESTS: Ronen Bergman (@ronenbergman), Ryan Crocker, Jung Pak (@junghpak1), Richard Reeves (@RichardvReeves)
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