Ramesh Sepehrrad

Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery analyzes Japan’s historic military buildup, highlighting missile expansions and an F-35 base near Taiwan amid rising tensions with China. He connects Taiwan's defense directly to Japan's security and the U.S. response dynamics. Meanwhile, Iranian-American scholar Ramesh Sepehrrad sheds light on the bold student-led protests in Iran, emphasizing the risks these youths face as they challenge regime legitimacy and fight for political freedom amidst escalating socioeconomic crises.