Paul Rogers

Bertu Erselak, a Senior Research Fellow on Middle East security, offers keen insights into the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, discussing military actions and their impacts on civilian life. Paul Rogers, an international security expert, delves into the implications of these conflicts for global stability, while journalist Jessica Bridger highlights the importance of citizen participation in urbanism. Together, they explore how current geopolitical events shape public life and the intricacies of urban development in the face of ongoing turmoil.

Military and security expert Paul Rogers discusses Iran's attack on Israel, analyzing its success, US and European involvement, and distraction from IDF's Gaza failure. The podcast explores de-escalation potential, asymmetric capabilities in Israel-Iran conflict, risks of Iran's nuclear program, Israel's nuclear capability, and perspectives of Russia and China.

Lara Friedman, President of the Foundation for Middle East Peace, discusses the dire situation in Gaza, increase of Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism in the US. International security expert Paul Rogers joins to talk about Israel's approach to destroy Hamas and risks of regional escalation. Topics include genocide debate, situation on the ground in Gaza, Israeli military's ground offensive, consequences of heavy force, possibility of larger conflict involving the US, assessing Israel's security systems, and the need for a ceasefire.