

PDB Situation Report | October 12, 2024: Iran & Russia vs. The West & Leadership Tested Against China
Oct 12, 2024
Ben Hodges, a retired Lieutenant General and former commanding general of U.S. Army Europe, shares insights on the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, emphasizing the implications for regional stability. Meanwhile, Mike Studeman, a retired Rear Admiral and author, discusses the joint naval exercises in the Philippines as a countermeasure against China's maritime aggression. Both guests explore the intricate geopolitical relationships involving Iran and Russia, stressing the urgent need for effective leadership and trust amidst rising global tensions.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Geopolitical Tug-of-War: U.S. Involvement in Israel and Iran
02:33 • 13min
Geopolitical Tensions and Investment Trends Amid Economic Uncertainty
15:39 • 4min
Geopolitical Stakes of the Ukraine-Russia Conflict
19:27 • 6min
Geopolitical Tensions: The Middle East and China's Naval Threats
25:27 • 5min
Reviving Leadership Trust
30:06 • 9min
Navigating Leadership Challenges and U.S.-China Relations
39:04 • 5min
China's Maritime Ambitions and Rivalry with the West
44:00 • 10min
China's Military Strategy and Taiwan: An Escalating Threat
54:09 • 3min