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AL-Monitor’s twice-weekly podcast on the top stories from the Middle East, featuring our expert correspondents and editors around the region and in Washington.

  1. 3D AGO

    What’s next for Israel, US-Iran talks after Trump-Netanyahu meeting?

    Host Adam Lucente speaks to Al-Monitor’s Israel Pulse columnist, Ben Caspit, about how Israel views the US-Iran nuclear talks after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's meeting with US President Donald Trump. Listen as they explore the various options on the table for dealing with Iran’s ballistic missiles and nuclear program, Israel's reluctance to be viewed by the American right as pushing for war and the reasons behind Trump’s recent criticism of Israeli President Isaac Herzog. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    21 min

  2. 5D AGO

    What’s behind the UAE-Algeria air row?

    Al-Monitor’s chief business correspondent, Jack Dutton, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss Algeria’s cancellation of its air services agreement with the United Arab Emirates. Listen as they delve into the reasons behind the move, including growing opposition to Emirati foreign policy, Saudi Arabia’s rivalry with the UAE and competition between Gulf states across Africa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    13 min

  3. FEB 6

    US-Iran nuclear talks kick off in Oman: Regional reactions and next steps

    Al-Monitor Brief host Adam Lucente goes over the start of US-Iran nuclear talks in Oman, highligting reactions from diplomatic correspondent Elizabeth Hagedorn, Israel Pulse head Rina Bassist, and Al-Monitor’s correspondent in Tehran.  Editor's note: This podcast was updated on February. 6, 2026 to include comments from US President Donald Trump on the negotiations.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    13 min

  4. FEB 4

    Turkey out as host of US-Iran talks as Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia, Egypt

    Al-Monitor’s correspondent in Ankara, Ezgi Akin, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss Turkish efforts to host the US-Iran nuclear talks, which are now set to take place in Oman, and what type of deal Turkey would like to see. They also recap Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s trips to Saudi Arabia and Egypt and what they mean for regional rivalries. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    12 min

  5. JAN 30

    What are Trump’s options in Iran as US ships amass? View from Washington

    Al-Monitor’s Washington correspondents, Elizabeth Hagedorn and Jared Szuba, join host Adam Lucente to discuss the latest on US-Iran tensions, including the status of the negotiations, what a new nuclear deal might look like, the military options on the table and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    15 min

  6. JAN 27

    Iraq’s Shiite-led bloc nominates Maliki for PM: Implications for US, Iran and the region

    Al-Monitor host Adam Lucente breaks down the Coordination Framework’s nomination of Nouri al-Maliki to be the next prime minister of Iraq. He goes over what we learned from Maliki’s first stint as premier; the potential for him to secure the support necessary to return the office; and how the politician may approach relations with the US, Iran and the region. The episode features commentary from Iraq expert Tamer Badawi. Editor's note: This episode was updated on Jan. 27, 2026 to include comments from US President Donald Trump on Maliki's nomination. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    13 min

  7. JAN 22

    Gaza peace board, Greenland dominate at World Economic Forum: View from Davos

    Al-Monitor’s chief business correspondent, Jack Dutton, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss his observations from this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, including how US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace is being received, progress in the Saudi mining push and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    16 min

  8. JAN 21

    What’s next for Syria’s Kurds, US policy after latest ceasefire?

    Al-Monitor’s chief correspondent, Amberin Zaman, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss the latest events in Syria, where the military has made large advances in the Kurdish-held northeast. They discuss the Trump administration’s evolving priorities toward Syria, the potential for the most recent ceasefire to hold, and the future of Kurdish autonomy in the country.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    26 min
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AL-Monitor’s twice-weekly podcast on the top stories from the Middle East, featuring our expert correspondents and editors around the region and in Washington.

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  • Creator
    AL-Monitor
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    193
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © AL-Monitor
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    The AL-Monitor Brief

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