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Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Senior Diplomatic Correspondent for HuffPost based in Washington, D.C. He covers foreign policy and international relations.

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Apr 13, 2024 • 1h 25min

THE TWO-TIERED JUSTICE SYSTEM

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.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 1h 25min

The News Roundup For June 27, 2025

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.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 46min

Netanyahu’s endgame in Iran

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.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 23min

After Donald Trump bombs Iran, what comes next?

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.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 59min

Democracy Now! 2025-06-18 Wednesday

In this episode, guests Mohamed Mirandi, a professor and nuclear deal negotiator, Akbar Shahed Ahmed, a diplomatic correspondent, Masab Abutoha, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet from Gaza, and Brad Lander, New York City Comptroller, delve into critical global issues. They discuss the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran and its humanitarian impacts on Gaza. Lander shares his experience of being arrested by ICE, highlighting immigration enforcement challenges. The conversation underscores the dire need for awareness and action on social justice and the complexities of foreign policy.
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Jan 25, 2025 • 43min

Long Reads: Ceasefire in Gaza? w/ Akbar Shahid Ahmed

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.
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Nov 14, 2024 • 56min

Long Reads: The Forever War on Gaza w/ Akbar Shahid Ahmed

In this discussion, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, a journalist for the Huffington Post, offers deep insights on the Biden administration's backing of Israel during its conflict with Gaza. He reveals chilling eyewitness accounts from doctors on the ground, highlighting the humanitarian crises faced by civilians. The talk also explores the ramifications of recent elections on voter engagement among progressives and Arab Americans. Ahmed delves into the complexities of ceasefire proposals and the shifting dynamics of U.S. foreign policy in response to escalating violence and political pressures.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 21min

How far will the US let Israel go?

Akbar Shahid Ahmed, Senior Diplomatic Correspondent at HuffPost, sheds light on the escalating violence in the Middle East and U.S. support for Israel. He discusses the Biden administration's internal struggles with military strategies amidst growing public discontent and anti-war sentiments. The complexities of U.S. military aid and its implications for Gaza and Lebanon are examined. Ahmed also critiques key figures in U.S. foreign policy, emphasizing the disconnect between official narratives and civilian impacts as tensions with Iran rise.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 20min

Is Joe Biden’s ceasefire plan already failing? (Update)

Senior foreign affairs reporter for the Huffington Post, Akbar Shahid Ahmed, discusses the potential ceasefire in Gaza backed by the UN Security Council. The podcast explores why an agreement has not yet been reached, challenges faced in implementation, Biden administration's policy, impact on Palestinians and Israelis, and factors influencing Biden's next move.
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Jun 7, 2024 • 32min

Long Reads: Biden's Gaza Double Talk w/ Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed discusses Biden's unwavering support for Israel amidst Gaza conflict, ceasefire proposals, internal dissent over report on Israel's conduct, and challenges in achieving peace in the region. Exploring complexities of US-Middle East policy and risks of nuclear proliferation.

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