Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Taylor Popplars, national political reporter at the White House, shares insights on the shutdown's impact on air travel and federal workers. Alana Shore, Senior Washington editor for Semaphore, discusses Trump's controversial plans to deploy federal troops and the ensuing legal battles. Nancy Youssef from The Atlantic analyzes the emerging ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas amid regional tensions. Arthur Delaney addresses Comey’s arraignment and the ongoing political fallout, while Akbar Shahid Ahmed dives into the complexities of Middle East diplomacy.

Former U.S. Attorney and legal experts discuss the two-tiered justice system and Trump's legal tactics, detailing the upcoming Hush Money trial. They cover racial disparities in sports coverage, dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and courthouse security preparations for high-profile trials.

Akbar Shahid Ahmed, Senior Diplomatic Correspondent for HuffPost, delves into the controversial Trump-Netanyahu 20-point proposal for Gaza. He discusses the implications of requiring Hamas to disarm and release hostages, alongside Israel's reluctance to fully withdraw. The role of Trump's proposed "Board of Peace" and potential oversight by Arab states raises questions about future governance in Gaza. Akbar also highlights Palestinian distrust towards Trump's leadership and the precarious state of potential peace amidst ongoing military threats.

Akbar Shahid Ahmed, Senior Diplomatic Correspondent for HuffPost, delves deep into the UN's recent genocide finding against Israel and the latter's vehement rejection, citing self-defense. He analyzes the escalating ground offensive in Gaza City and the ramifications of a targeted strike in Doha, which jeopardizes Qatar's mediator efforts. The conversation reveals the complexities of Middle Eastern diplomacy, shedding light on how these developments affect regional stability and the prospects for a ceasefire.

Akbar Shahid Ahmed, a Huffington Post journalist specializing in foreign policy, discusses the devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He highlights the effects of Israeli blockades on aid and the tragic consequences for civilians. The conversation reveals the missteps of the Trump administration in Gaza, including overly optimistic diplomatic strategies and their impact on renewed violence. Ahmed also delves into shifting U.S. political dynamics, especially among younger voters advocating for accountability in U.S. support for Israel.

In this discussion, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, a Senior diplomatic correspondent at HuffPost, and Laura Meckler, a National Education Writer for The Washington Post, dive into the significant layoffs at the Departments of Education and State. They explore the repercussions of losing senior intelligence analysts at a crucial time for U.S. diplomacy, and the impact of educational staff reductions on student loan management. Personal stories highlight the emotional toll on employees and raise concerns about the future of both education policies and foreign relations.

Arthur Delaney, a senior reporter at HuffPost, joins forces with Wendy Benjaminson from Bloomberg News and Margaret Tolliv, director at Syracuse University, to dissect NATO's pledge to ramp up defense spending amid global tensions. James Kipfield evaluates the fallout from U.S. airstrikes in Iran and their implications for international relations. Akbar Shahid Ahmed delves into the complexities of aid in Gaza, underlining the tragedy of violence and skepticism surrounding humanitarian efforts. Together, they unravel the intricacies of politics and policy shaping current events.

Uri Goldberg, an Israeli analyst with a focus on Iran, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, a diplomatic correspondent for HuffPost, and Ray Take, a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, dive deep into Israel's strategic aims in Iran following the recent U.S. bombing. They explore the dual roles of military action and diplomacy, examining the complexities of U.S.-Iran relations and the implications for global stability. The discussion also touches on the mixed sentiments within Israel and the urgent need for a coherent diplomatic approach to prevent further escalation.

Senior Diplomatic Correspondent for HuffPost, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, sheds light on the U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and the ensuing geopolitical turmoil. He dives into the breakdown of the 2015 nuclear deal and the rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, raising alarms about the risk of a regional war. The discussion also tackles the legal implications of Trump's actions, contrasting isolationist and interventionist views, and the potential shifts in power dynamics as younger lawmakers challenge traditional military authority.

In this discussion, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, senior diplomatic correspondent for the Huffington Post and author of an upcoming book on U.S. foreign policy, dives deep into the recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He analyzes how the evolving U.S. diplomatic strategies influence the humanitarian crises in Gaza. Ahmed critiques Biden's administration's contradictory stances on international law versus military actions. The conversation also explores how the Gaza conflict shifts global perceptions of U.S. policies, raising pressing questions for the future of American diplomacy.