The Powers That Be: Daily Julia Ioffe on the Israel–Iran War
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Jun 17, 2025 Julia Ioffe, a journalist and foreign policy expert with a focus on Russia and Eastern Europe, joins the discussion on the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. She highlights the potential impacts on U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations and Donald Trump's controversial remarks regarding Vladimir Putin at the G7. The conversation delves into Israel's military strategies, the complexities of diplomacy amidst rising tensions, and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy, especially concerning relations with China.
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Putin's G8 Expulsion Insight
- Putin was removed from the G8 because he invaded Ukraine and annexed Crimea in 2014.
- His presence at the table did not prevent the war, in fact, he started it after failing to get his way through diplomacy.
Israel-Iran Conflict Dynamics
- Israel is conducting wide-ranging strikes deep inside Iran with near impunity due to damaged Iranian air defenses.
- Iran wants an end to the war, but Israel, led by Netanyahu, is resolute to continue pressing the military advantage.
Netanyahu’s Political Gains from War
- Netanyahu's continued strikes on Iran serve both to delay Iran's nuclear program and to shore up his domestic political coalition.
- New war threats tend to rally Israeli political support, shoring up Netanyahu's position at home.