The Young Turks The King's Soldiers - June 12, 2025
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Jun 13, 2025 Tensions escalate as Israel plans an operation targeting Iran, raising questions about U.S. involvement. A shocking account reveals a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, amidst a controversial foundation's aid efforts. The podcast also discusses a landmark Supreme Court ruling aimed at improving police accountability, particularly around misconduct. Additionally, the ethical implications of politicizing military events come into focus, alongside public sentiment regarding the Trump administration's handling of violence and socio-political issues.
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Israel Pushes for Iran War
- Israel aims to provoke a regime change war against Iran with U.S. involvement.
- Diplomatic talks with Iran threaten Israel's justification for war, which Israel opposes.
Israel’s Nuclear Hypocrisy
- Netanyahu’s claims about Iran’s nuclear threat have been consistent since the 1990s but remain unproven.
- Israel, which has nuclear arms, is the sole genocidal regime in the Middle East right now.
Iran’s Civilian Nuclear Rights
- Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons but wants civilian nuclear enrichment for energy.
- The dispute centers on Iran's right to peaceful nuclear power, not a weapons program.
