Michael Shifter

Javier Blas, columnista de Bloomberg y experto en petróleo, analiza la crítica situación del crudo venezolano y su impacto geopolítico. Michael Shifter, analista político, ofrece un recorrido por la doctrina Monroe y su reinterpretación actual, en medio de tensiones crecientes. Nazanin Armanian, analista política, detalla las protestas en Irán, su composición social y los riesgos para el régimen de Khamenei. Además, se discuten las posibles consecuencias en el mercado petrolero y las dinámicas internacionales afectadas por estas crisis.

Retired Major General Stephen Lepper shines a light on military law, dissecting the complexities of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, particularly on lawful versus unlawful orders. Michael Shifter analyzes the implications of U.S. military pressure on Venezuela, tackling misconceptions about drug trafficking. Investigative reporter Avi Asher-Schapiro unveils the controversy surrounding White House interventions in the Andrew Tate case, raising ethical concerns and possible cronyism. Together, they navigate the intersection of military justice, international policy, and political intrigue.

Phil Gunson, a senior analyst for the International Crisis Group based in Caracas, and Michael Shifter, former president of the Inter-American Dialogue, delve into Venezuela's chaotic political landscape. They question how Nicolás Maduro can retain power amid claims of election fraud and increasing dissent. The duo discusses Venezuela's dire economic situation, the implications of international mediation, and the growing authoritarianism that threatens the nation’s future. The conversation is a riveting exploration of a country at a critical crossroads.