Interview with the Iranian Foreign Minister; Israeli public opinion on the war; Michael Lewis on Sam Bankman-Fried
Oct 29, 2023
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Interview with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian discussing recent Hamas attack and threats to the U.S. Israeli public opinion on ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Michael Lewis talks about chronicling rise and fall of crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried.
Iranian Foreign Minister emphasizes that Iran opposes the killing of civilians and supports Palestine's struggle against occupation.
Israeli anchor highlights concerns about the safety of hostages and potential consequences of the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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Iran's Foreign Minister Warns of Escalation in the Middle East
Iran's Foreign Minister warns that the ongoing attacks in Gaza may escalate the conflict in the Middle East. He discusses the role of Iran in the recent Hamas attack, emphasizing that it was a Palestinian decision rather than a direct involvement by Iran. While addressing the loss of innocent lives, he highlights that Israel's continuous actions in Palestine have also resulted in numerous casualties. The minister emphasizes that Iran opposes the killing of civilians and supports Palestine's struggle against occupation.
Israeli Anchor Discusses the Current Situation in Gaza
A prominent Israeli anchor provides insights into the ongoing conflict in Gaza. She mentions that the ground incursion by the Israeli Defense Forces aims to release the hostages held by Hamas and dismantle the organization's capabilities. However, there are concerns about the safety of the hostages and the potential consequences of the war. The anchor explains that Israeli society is divided, but many recognize the external threat and the need for unity. The situation remains complex, with ongoing casualties and an urgent demand for a resolution.
Michael Lewis Explores the Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Freed
Michael Lewis delves into the fascinating story of Sam Bankman-Freed, the founder of FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange. Bankman-Freed's success was driven by his application of high-frequency trading techniques to the crypto market. However, his downfall came from the misuse of customer funds, a violation of the sacred rule of finance. Lewis explores the social consequences of the massive wealth creation in the crypto market and portrays Bankman-Freed as a complex character who excelled in chaos but made his situation unnecessarily complicated.
This week guest anchor Bianna Golodryga sits down for an interview with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. Bianna presses him on his government's praise for the recent Hamas attack and asks him about his apparent threats to the U.S.
Then, Bianna speaks with Israeli news anchor Yonit Levi to understand Israeli public opinion about the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Later, Fareed interviews "Going Infinite" author Michael Lewis to ask what he learned while chronicling the wild rise and swift fall of former crypto-billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried.
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