Paul Wood

Owen Matthews, Russia editor and foreign policy expert, and Paul Wood, former BBC correspondent, dive into the implications of Trump's recent actions in Venezuela. They discuss the potential for similar maneuvers toward Iran and the significance of the 'axis of resistance.' The guests analyze the strategic ties between Iran and Venezuela, as well as the geopolitical motivations behind U.S. interventions. They also consider Russia's complex reactions and the dangers of breaking international norms, highlighting risks in Taiwan and the Baltics.

In this intriguing conversation, Owen Matthews, a journalist specializing in Russian strategy, and Paul Wood, a former BBC correspondent, dissect the implications of Trump's recent actions in Venezuela and the potential move towards Iran. They explore the symbolic ties between Iran and Venezuela while questioning the significance of US claims about Iran's influence in drug trafficking. The discussion also delves into the risks of regime decapitation versus change, Russia's limited reach, and whether Trump's actions signify a breaking point in the global order.