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Will the US join Israel in its offensive against Iran? President Donald Trump says, "I may do it, I may not do it." Residents of Tehran have been called upon to evacuate and are mired in traffic gridlocks trying to leave. Meantime, Israel continues to strike leadership targets and nuclear sites. Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, rejected the U.S. President's call for unconditional surrender in a taped video message aired on State TV. Majid Takht-Ravanchi is Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, and is a key player in the nuclear negotiations. He joins Christiane in an exclusive interview from Tehran.  Also on today's show: Andrei Kelin, Russian Ambassador to the UK; author Hala Alyan (“I'll Tell You When I'm Home”)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump took to social media to warn Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei that he's an "easy target" and calling for unconditional surrender, adding to the fears of Iranians who are desperately trying to leave the capital since Trump told all 10 million to "immediately evacuate." Just before Israel launched its massive attacks, the International Atomic Energy Agency declared Iran in breach of its non-proliferation agreements for the first time in 20 years. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi joins Christiane from Vienna.  Also on today's show: Jon Finer, Former US Principal Deputy National Security Advisor; DNC Chair Ken Martin  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran's state television channel says that it has been attacked by Israel. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country's air force "controls the skies" over Iran's capital city. Christiane Amanpour switches roles and joins Bianna to analyze this intense moment.  Also on today's show: former US State Department official Richard Haass;  New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser; Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Strikes on Iran continue as Israel plunges the Middle East into dangerous new territory. Iran vows retaliation and launches hundreds of drone strikes against Israel. On today's show we ask key experts and insiders where all of this is headed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nobel Prize-winning human rights lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk discusses the urgent need for justice in Ukraine, highlighting the unlawful deportation of children and the critical call for accountability against war crimes. David Sanger provides insight into the complex U.S.-Iran relations amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Veteran photojournalist Giles Clarke shares harrowing stories from the Sudanese civil war, emphasizing the human toll of conflict. The conversation weaves in themes of advocacy, personal transformation, and the struggle for global awareness.

Rob Bonta, California's State Attorney General, discusses suing the president to remove military troops from the streets during immigration raids, calling it an unnecessary escalation. Geoffrey Nice, an international human rights lawyer, provides insights on the complexities of military involvement in civilian protests and accountability in warfare. Meanwhile, Monroe Nichols, Mayor of Tulsa, highlights his Road to Repair initiative aimed at addressing injustices from the Tulsa race massacre, emphasizing the importance of historical acknowledgment and reparative justice.

President Trump is doubling down on sending troops to Los Angeles, mobilizing another 2,000 National Guard members, while the Defense Department activated 700 Marines to react to the anti-ICE protests. Trump praised himself for the decision and suggested the city would have been completely obliterated otherwise. California's Governor Gavin Newsom, however, says the move was entirely unnecessary, and even counter-productive, claiming that local officials are more than capable of managing the unrest. Protests are now being seen in other cities as well.  Correspondent Josh Campbell joins the program from Los Angeles.  Also on today's show: UN humanitarian affairs spokesperson Olga Cherevko; Ukrainian tennis player-turned-soldier Sergiy Stakhovsky; actors Dule Hill & Daniel J. Watts ("Lights Out: Nat King Cole"); former USAID administrator Dr. Atul Gawande  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sui Ching, an immigration lawyer at Americans for Immigrant Justice, discusses the alarming conditions in U.S. detention facilities and the impact of Trump's policies on immigrant communities. Jasmine Garsd, NPR's immigration correspondent, highlights the chaos surrounding recent protests and the National Guard's presence. Shane Goldmacher from The New York Times explores a notable shift in voting behavior among working-class voters. Sara Obeidat, co-director of a documentary on Syrian detainees, emphasizes the urgent need for accountability regarding human rights violations.

Ibram X. Kendi, an award-winning author and professor, dives into the legacy of Malcolm X, discussing his evolving ideology and relevance in today’s struggles against racism. The conversation also highlights U.S.-China tensions, advocating for a new defense pact in the Indo-Pacific as Trump navigates trade relations. Kendi emphasizes Malcolm X’s profound impact on civil rights and contemporary issues. Additionally, the podcast touches on critical political dynamics in South Korea and the role of Russian media amid authoritarianism.

Ely Ratner, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs, discusses the rising tensions in US-China relations and the need for a Pacific defense pact. Ibram X. Kendi shares insights from his biography on Malcolm X, highlighting the enduring legacy of resilience and its relevance to today’s social justice movements. Ray Dalio emphasizes the importance of understanding economic debt cycles and bipartisan approaches to fiscal responsibility, stressing the potential impact on national stability.