

PDB Afternoon Bulletin | July 7th, 2025: 'Operation Red Wedding': How Israel Wiped Out Iran’s Military Leadership & BRICS Leaders Lash Out Over Trump's Tariffs
Jul 7, 2025
The podcast dives into the audacious Israeli operation dubbed 'Red Wedding,' which cleverly trapped and eliminated Iran’s top military leaders, inspired by a dramatic moment from Game of Thrones. The conversation then shifts to President Trump's threats of new tariffs aimed at countries aligned with the BRICS bloc. As tensions escalate, BRICS leaders voice their concerns over America's unilateral trade decisions, revealing the growing complexities in global economic relations.
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Red Wedding Inspired Strike
- Israel's operation to wipe out Iran's military leadership was inspired by the "Red Wedding" scene from Game of Thrones.
- The IDF and Mossad tricked Iranian commanders into gathering, then struck with precision missile attacks.
Operation Narnia Targets Scientists
- Concurrently, Israel launched Operation Narnia targeting nine top Iranian nuclear scientists simultaneously.
- The operation was named for its near fantastical odds of success, reflecting its ambitious nature.
Avoid BRICS Alignment Tariffs
- Countries should seek to avoid alignment with BRICS' anti-American policies to evade higher U.S. tariffs.
- Businesses need to anticipate trade disruptions and negotiate deals proactively before tariff deadlines.