Kianistan

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Engaging Conversations on Geopolitics, Islam, Business, and Emerging Technology Welcome to Kianistan, a podcast where insightful discussions meet diverse perspectives. Join us as we explore the intricate geopolitics of the Greater Middle East, delve into the rich and multifaceted world of Islam, uncover the latest trends in business, and navigate the forefront of emerging technologies. Each episode features engaging conversations with experts, thought leaders, and innovators from various backgrounds, providing you with informative and thought-provoking content.

  1. 6d ago

    Ali Rizk: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Iran War & Pakistan's Dilemma | EP 168

    In Episode 168 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani speaks with Ali Rizk, a freelance journalist and analyst with 14 years of journalism experience, including five years in Iran. They discuss the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Ansarullah in Yemen, parallels with the US–Iran war, and the strategic calculations behind both conflicts.The conversation explores Saudi Arabia's military strategy, the battle around Bab al-Mandab, Western media coverage, and the potential roles of Pakistan, Turkey, Syria and Iraq. They also examine Saudi Arabia's options for negotiations, the risks of regional escalation, and how al-Qaeda and ISIS could exploit instability.What You'll Discover in This Episode- The Saudi Arabia–Ansarullah conflict and the Iran war- Why Saudi Arabia's strategy in Yemen faces challenges- Bab al-Mandab and the changing battlefield- Western media coverage of Yemen- Saudi Arabia's military capabilities and reliance on allies- ISIS, al-Qaeda and the risk of regional instability- Pakistan's dilemma between Saudi Arabia and Iran- Turkey's potential role in the conflict- Why negotiations between Saudi Arabia and Ansarullah remain difficult- The risks of further regional escalationChapters : 00:00 Introduction — Ali Rizk01:07 The Iran War & Saudi Arabia–Yemen Conflict08:16 Saudi Arabia, Israel & Bab al-Mandab15:22 Yemen's Battlefield & Western Media Coverage20:50 Saudi Arabia's Military Strategy27:38 ISIS, al-Qaeda & the Risk of Escalation34:37 Pakistan's Dilemma & the Mecca Agreement40:18 Turkey, Israel & Regional Alliances44:47 Can Saudi Arabia Negotiate Peace with Yemen?50:04 Who Would Send Troops into Yemen?53:11 al-Qaeda & Risks to Saudi Stability55:14 Final Thoughts & GoodbyeAbout Ali Rizk : Ali Rizk is a freelance journalist and analyst with 14 years of journalism experience, including five years in Iran, where he focused on US foreign policy in the Middle East. He has written for media outlets including Al-Akhbar and As-Safir and regularly comments on Middle Eastern affairs for Russia Today International and Lebanon's Al-Manar, particularly on US policy toward the region.Follow Ali Rizk on X:https://x.com/AlipressRizkTagsAli Rizk, Ali Rizk interview, Ali Rizk journalist, Saudi Arabia, Yemen war, Ansarullah, Ansar Allah, Houthis, Saudi Arabia Yemen conflict, Iran war, US Iran war, Iran Saudi Arabia, Bab al Mandab, Red Sea crisis, Pakistan Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Iran relations, Turkey Israel tensions, Saudi military, Yemen conflict analysis, ISIS in Yemen, al Qaeda, Middle East politics, West Asia, geopolitical analysis, US foreign policy, Middle East news, Kianistan, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim Kiani#AliRizk #Yemen #SaudiArabia #Ansarullah #Iran #Pakistan #Turkey #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #Kianistan

  2. 6d ago

    Gordon Hahn: Trump's Russia Oil Deal, Ukraine War & NATO | EP 167

    In Episode 167 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani speaks with Gordon M. Hahn, a researcher specializing in Islam and politics in Russia and Eurasia, international relations, and terrorism. They examine Trump's Russian diesel deal with Putin, its implications for US–Russia relations, and the impact on Ukraine and European policy.The conversation explores Zelensky's position, European attitudes towards Russia, the future of the Ukraine war, attacks on Russian oil refineries, NATO expansion and the growing risk of escalation in Europe. Gordon also discusses political divisions in the United States, European elections, sanctions and freedom of speech.ABOUT GORDON M. HAHNGordon M. Hahn researches Russia and Eurasia, international relations, Islam and politics, and terrorism in Eurasia.FOLLOW GORDON M. HAHNPersonal Website: https://gordonhahn.com/Substack: https://gordonhahn.substack.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gordon.hahn1/X (Twitter): https://x.com/GordonHahn13Support the Kianistan Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/tafhimkianzChapters : 00:00 Introduction — Gordon M. Hahn 01:32 Trump's Russia Diesel Deal 05:30 US–Russia Relations & Sanctions 08:00 Zelensky, Ukraine & Washington 12:00 Putin's Strategy & Europe's Response 18:00 The Democrats & the Future of the War 21:00 Trump's Administration & the Deep State 27:00 Ukraine's Energy Crisis & Escalation 33:00 Security Incidents & Regional Tensions 36:00 Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Oil Refineries 42:00 The Oil Deal & Possible Ceasefire 45:00 Battlefield Realities & Peace Negotiations 48:00 Can Trump Influence Zelensky? 51:00 Zelensky's Political Position & Nationalist Groups 55:00 Europe, Russia & the Continuation of the War 60:00 NATO Expansion & Nuclear Risks 63:00 European Politics & Changing Public Opinion 66:00 Sanctions, Free Speech & Western Politics 68:00 Gordon Hahn's Websites & Final ThoughtsTagsGordon Hahn, Gordon M Hahn, Gordon Hahn interview, Gordon Hahn Russia, Russia Ukraine war, Trump Putin deal, Russian diesel deal, Trump Russia, Putin Trump relations, Zelensky, Ukraine war analysis, Russia US relations, NATO expansion, European politics, Russia sanctions, Russian oil refineries, Ukraine attacks Russia, Russia foreign policy, US foreign policy, nuclear escalation, Europe Russia relations, geopolitical analysis, Eurasia, international relations, Kianistan, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim Kiani#GordonHahn #Russia #UkraineWar #Trump #Putin #Zelensky #NATO #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #Kianistan

  3. Oct 8

    Joshua Landis: Syria, Iran, Israel, Turkey & Pakistan | EP 166

    In Episode 166 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani speaks with Professor Joshua Landis, one of the leading American academics specializing in Syria and the Middle East. They discuss Syria after Bashar al-Assad, Ahmed al-Sharaa, the Syrian opposition, jihadist groups, minorities and the country's changing political landscape.The conversation also covers Israel's role in Syria, Iran, Turkey, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Yemen, as well as Pakistan's strategic position between Iran, Saudi Arabia, China, India and the United States. Joshua Landis also examines the changing balance of power in West Asia and the risks of wider regional escalation.What You'll Discover in This EpisodeSyria after Bashar al-AssadAhmed al-Sharaa and the evolution of the Syrian oppositionJihadists, Salafism and Syria's diverse societySufism, Sunni Islam and Syria's religious landscapeIsrael's growing role and military actions in SyriaTurkey's ambitions and regional strategyRussia, Iran and the changing Middle EastSaudi Arabia, Yemen and the wider regional warPakistan's balancing act between Iran and Saudi ArabiaPakistan, China, India and America's changing strategyChapters : 00:00 Introduction — Joshua Landis & Syria02:40 Syria, Assad & the Civil War06:00 Jihadists & the Syrian Opposition10:00 Syria After Assad14:00 Ahmed al-Sharaa & Syria's Future20:00 US Policy & the Syrian Conflict24:00 Israel, Iran & Syria28:00 Salafism, Wahhabism & Sufism34:00 Israel, Syria & the Golan Heights38:00 Turkey & Regional Power46:00 Russia, Israel & Ukraine50:00 Iran, Saudi Arabia & Regional Politics54:00 Pakistan, Iran & Saudi Arabia58:00 Pakistan, China, India & the US01:02:00 Yemen, Saudi Arabia & Regional Escalation01:06:20 Final Thoughts & GoodbyeAbout Guest : Joshua M. Landis is an American academic specializing in the Middle East and one of the leading experts on Syria. He is the head of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Oklahoma and has published the Syria Comment blog since 2004.His research and commentary focus on Syria, Middle Eastern politics, regional conflicts, US foreign policy and the relationships between Syria, Iran, Turkey, Israel and Russia.Guest LinksUniversity of Oklahoma profile:http://www.ou.edu/cas/international-studies/about/people/faculty/joshua-landis.htmlX / Twitter:https://x.com/joshua_landis?lang=enTagsJoshua Landis, Joshua M Landis, Syria, Syria news, Syria politics, Syria war, Syria after Assad, Bashar al Assad, Ahmed al Sharaa, Ahmad al Sharaa, Syria Israel, Israel Syria, Iran Syria, Turkey Syria, Russia Syria, Syria opposition, Syrian conflict, Syrian civil war, Middle East, Middle East politics, West Asia, Iran, Israel, Turkey, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Saudi Yemen war, Pakistan, Pakistan foreign policy, Pakistan Iran, Pakistan Saudi Arabia, Pakistan China, Pakistan India, US foreign policy, American foreign policy, geopolitical analysis, geopolitics, Kianistan, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim KianiHashtags#JoshuaLandis #Syria #Iran #Israel #Turkey #Pakistan #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #WestAsia #Kianistan

  4. Oct 6

    Laith Marouf: FlyDubai Incident, Iran, Yemen & Saudi Arabia | EP 165

    In Episode 165 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani is joined by Syrian-Palestinian journalist, political commentator and geopolitical analyst Laith Marouf for a discussion on the latest developments across Iran, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria and Israel. They examine the FlyDubai incident, the reported events around the UK military base at Fairford, Iran–US tensions and the wider regional conflict.The conversation also explores Yemen and Ansarullah, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Bab al-Mandab, Iran's regional position, Iraq and the US military presence, Syria, resistance movements and Israel's regional strategy. Laith also discusses media narratives, Western politics and the role of independent media in covering developments across West Asia.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODEFlyDubai incident & conflicting narrativesIran–US tensions and escalationYemen, Ansarullah & Saudi ArabiaBab al-Mandab and Red Sea strategySaudi Arabia–UAE rivalryIran's regional influenceIraq and the US military presenceSyria and regional resistanceIsrael's regional strategyWestern media and political narrativesCHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction & Laith Marouf01:05 – FlyDubai Incident & UK Military Base Claims04:40 – Conflicting Narratives Around the Flight Incident08:00 – Questions About the Cockpit Incident11:20 – Oman, Israel & the Wider Political Context14:20 – Media Narratives & Intelligence Claims16:10 – Iran, Israel & the Risk of Wider War18:20 – Iran–US Tensions & the Regional Conflict21:25 – The Resistance Axis & the Imperial Conflict23:00 – Yemen, Ansarullah & Saudi Arabia25:30 – Saudi Arabia's Strategy & the Yemen War27:35 – Nuclear Weapons & the Risk of Escalation29:35 – Saudi Arabia, Yemen & Regional Power31:30 – The US, Global Power & Regional Control34:40 – Saudi Arabia–UAE Rivalry in Yemen37:20 – Bab al-Mandab & the Battle for Yemen40:00 – Iran, Economic Pressure & Regional Strategy42:00 – Saudi Oil Infrastructure & Economic Vulnerability44:15 – Iran, Iraq & Regional Trade Routes46:20 – Turkey, Israel & Regional Trade47:20 – US Military Presence in Iraq49:20 – Iraq's Sovereignty & the Resistance51:20 – Israel, Iran & the US Military Position53:20 – Syria & Resistance Groups55:30 – Syria, Israel & Regional Influence57:30 – Western Politics & Israel59:30 – Media, Political Pressure & Palestine01:00:30 – The Future of the Region01:02:05 – Final Thoughts & GoodbyeABOUT LAITH MAROUFLaith Marouf is a Syrian-Palestinian journalist, political commentator, media legal activist and geopolitical analyst. He is the founder of Free Palestine TV, an independent media platform focused on Palestine, West Asia, geopolitics and regional conflicts.Laith's work covers developments across Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Iraq and Yemen, with a particular focus on regional politics, resistance movements and Western foreign policy.LAITH MAROUF / FREE PALESTINE TVYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjdRD4CMRXwTc4ds8tlHwebLjEiZkhG0YTAGSLaith Marouf, Laith Marouf interview, Laith Marouf Iran, Laith Marouf Yemen, Laith Marouf Israel, Laith Marouf Saudi Arabia, Laith Marouf Iraq, Laith Marouf Syria, Free Palestine TV, Iran, Iran war, Iran US, Iran Israel, Iran geopolitics, Iran conflict, Yemen, Yemen war, Ansarullah, Ansar Allah, Houthis Yemen, Saudi Arabia Yemen, Saudi Yemen war, Saudi Arabia UAE, Saudi UAE rivalry, Bab al Mandab, Red Sea, Iraq, Iraq resistance, US Iraq, US military Iraq, Syria, Syria Israel, Israel Iran, Israel Middle East, West Asia, Middle East geopolitics, resistance axis, regional war, geopolitical analysis, Western foreign policy, Palestine, Israel Palestine, Gaza, independent media, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim KianiHASHTAGS#LaithMarouf #Iran #Yemen #SaudiArabia #Iraq #Syria #Israel #WestAsia #Geopolitics #Palestine #FreePalestineTV #KianistanPodcast

  5. Oct 6

    Tessa Morris-Suzuki: Japan, China & East Asian Geopolitics | EP 164

    In Episode 164 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani is joined by Tessa Morris-Suzuki, Professor Emerita at the Australian National University and a historian of modern Japan and North Korea, to explore Japan’s wartime history, colonialism, World War II and its lasting impact on East Asia.The conversation examines Japan’s expansion into China and Southeast Asia, the colonization of Korea, forced labour, comfort women, wartime atrocities, postwar reparations and historical memory. They also discuss Japan’s apologies, nationalist revisionism, the Yasukuni Shrine, education, remilitarization and ongoing tensions with neighbouring countries. Tessa also highlights grassroots peace movements and dialogue across the region.Explore peace initiatives and grassroots movements: https://www.peaceineastasia.org/Subscribe to Kianistan for more conversations on international relations, history, geopolitics and global affairs.What You’ll Discover in This EpisodeJapan’s rise, militarization and expansionJapan’s war in China and Southeast AsiaThe colonization of KoreaForced labour and comfort womenJapanese wartime atrocities and massacresPostwar reparations and historical memoryJapan’s apologies and nationalist revisionismThe Yasukuni Shrine and regional tensionsJapan’s remilitarization and changing public opinionPeace movements and dialogue in East AsiaChaptersTimestamps follow the attached transcript, beginning with the podcast introduction. The recording runs approximately 1:06:26.00:00 – Introduction to Tessa Morris-Suzuki01:30 – Japan’s Wartime History and Southeast Asia03:00 – Japan’s Expansion and Colonial Ambitions05:30 – The War in China and Pearl Harbor07:10 – Japan’s Modernization and Military Rise09:40 – Manchuria and the Road to War10:50 – Japanese Occupation of Indonesia12:40 – Forced Labour and Wartime Suffering13:30 – Prisoners of War and Japanese Military Culture15:20 – Massacres in Singapore and Malaya18:00 – Japanese Colonization of Korea20:20 – Korean Resistance and Collaboration23:20 – Comfort Women and Military Sexual Slavery27:00 – Recruitment, Coercion and Survivors’ Experiences30:00 – Comfort Women and Historical Testimony33:00 – Public Memory and the Silence Around Atrocities35:00 – Japan’s Postwar Reparations38:00 – The Cold War and East Asia’s Division41:00 – Japanese Wartime Atrocities and Accountability44:00 – Japan’s Biological Warfare Programme46:00 – Japan’s Military Expansion and Regional Power48:00 – Germany, Japan and Postwar Reconciliation51:00 – The Cold War’s Impact on East Asia54:00 – Japan’s Apologies and Relations with Neighbours57:00 – Nationalist Revisionism and the Politics of Memory59:10 – The Yasukuni Shrine and War Criminals1:01:30 – Japanese Education and Historical Awareness1:03:15 – Remilitarization and Public Opposition1:04:30 – Peace in East Asia and Grassroots Movements1:05:15 – Final Thoughts and Where to Follow Tessa1:06:00 – Thank You and GoodbyeAbout Tessa Morris-SuzukiTessa Morris-Suzuki, FAHA, is an Australian historian specialising in modern Japan and North Korea. She is Professor Emerita in the School of Culture, History and Language at the College of Asia and the Pacific, Australian National University (ANU). Her research explores Japanese history, East Asian relations, colonialism, historical memory and regional politics.LinksPeace in East Asia: peaceineastasia.orgHashtags#TessaMorrisSuzuki #JapanHistory #WorldWarII #JapaneseImperialism #Korea #EastAsia #HistoricalMemory #Geopolitics #PeaceInEastAsia #KianistanPodcast

  6. Oct 6

    Tharik Hussain: The Hidden History of Muslims in Europe | EP 163

    In this episode of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani is joined by author and journalist Tharik Hussain to explore the history of Muslims in Europe, from the arrival of Islam to the present day. They discuss Muslim communities in Spain, Sicily, the Balkans, the Volga region, Poland and Lithuania, as well as the influence of Muslims on European food, culture, science, architecture and law.The conversation also examines how this history has been remembered and forgotten, including the story of the Moriscos and the perception of Muslims as a recent arrival in Europe. Tharik also discusses Muslims in Europe today, demographic change, populist and far-right politics, and the future of Muslim communities across Europe.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE• The arrival of Islam in Europe• Muslim Spain, Sicily & the Balkans• Muslims in Eastern Europe• Muslim influence on food & culture• Science, art, architecture & law• Córdoba, the Mezquita & Alhambra• The forgotten history of European Muslims• The Moriscos and their legacy• Muslims in Europe today• The future of Muslim EuropeSUGGESTED CHAPTERSThese are topic-based chapter markers since you asked to use the topics instead of the transcript. Adjust the timestamps to the final recording.00:00 – Introduction & Tharik Hussain02:00 – How Islam First Arrived in Europe07:00 – Where Islam Spread Across Europe12:00 – Muslim Spain, Sicily & the Balkans17:00 – Muslims in the Volga Region, Poland & Lithuania21:00 – Muslim Influence on European Food25:00 – Science, Culture & the Arts30:00 – Architecture, Law & the Mezquita of Córdoba34:00 – The Alhambra & Muslim Heritage38:00 – The Moriscos & the Forgotten History of Muslims42:00 – Why Muslims Are Seen as a Recent Arrival46:00 – Muslims in Europe Today50:00 – Demographics, Populism & the Far Right54:00 – The Future of Muslims in Europe57:00 – Final Thoughts & ClosingABOUT THARIK HUSSAINTharik Hussain is an author and journalist specialising in Muslim heritage and culture.His pioneering book, Minarets in the Mountains: A Journey into Muslim Europe, won the Adele Evans Award for Best Travel Narrative in 2022.His work explores the often overlooked history, heritage and contemporary experiences of Muslim communities across Europe.LINKSTharik Hussain's Website: tharikhussain.co.ukBook — Muslim Europe: Muslim Europe by Tharik Hussain : https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1405975504?tag=prhmarketing2552-21TAGSTharik Hussain, Tharik Hussain Muslim Europe, Muslim Europe, Muslims in Europe, Islam in Europe, history of Islam in Europe, Muslim history Europe, Muslim heritage Europe, Muslim Spain, Al Andalus, Alhambra, Mezquita Cordoba, Cordoba Mosque, Islam Spain, Muslims in Spain, Muslims in Sicily, Muslims Balkans, Islam Balkans, Muslims Poland, Muslims Lithuania, Muslims Eastern Europe, Muslim influence Europe, Islam and European culture, Muslim architecture Europe, Islamic architecture, Muslim science Europe, Muslim food Europe, Moriscos, Muslim history, European history, Muslim heritage, Islam history, Muslims today Europe, European Muslims, far right Europe, Islamophobia Europe, Kianistan, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim KianiHASHTAGS#TharikHussain #MuslimEurope #IslamInEurope #MuslimHistory #EuropeanHistory #AlAndalus #Alhambra #Cordoba #MuslimHeritage #KianistanPodcast

  7. Oct 1

    Mazin Qumsiyeh: Palestine, Israel, Zionism & the Fight for Justice | Ep 162

    In this episode of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani is joined by Palestinian scientist, author and activist Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh, founder of the Palestine Museum of Natural History and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University. They discuss Palestine, Israel, Zionism, settlements, sanctions, the two-state solution and the ongoing conflict in the region.The conversation also explores Palestinian history, international law, Western governments, political activism, boycott and civil resistance, as well as the changing political landscape in the United States and wider West Asia. Dr. Qumsiyeh shares his perspective on what meaningful international action could look like and how people can contribute through activism, education and solidarity.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE• UK sanctions on settlement products• Palestine, Israel & the settlement system• Zionism and Palestinian history• The two-state solution• International law & Western policy• Israel, Palestine & political activism• US politics and Trump• Boycott, divestment & civil resistance• Palestinian environmental and humanitarian work• How people can support PalestineCHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction & Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh02:49 – UK Ban on Settlement Products05:29 – Can Settlement Products Be Identified?10:42 – Sanctions, Tokenism & Meaningful Action14:15 – Palestine Before Zionism17:32 – Zionism, Politics & the UK Green Party18:43 – Palestinian Christians & the Human Rights Question20:38 – Zionism as a Political Ideology23:00 – Israel, Palestine & the Two-State Solution26:00 – Settlements & the Changing Reality on the Ground29:00 – International Law & Accountability32:00 – Israel's Legal and Political Structure38:00 – The Settlement Enterprise40:58 – Activism, Arrests & Palestinian Solidarity42:59 – US Politics, Trump & Israel45:00 – Political Resistance & the Future of US Policy49:56 – US Politics, Democrats & Foreign Policy50:59 – Economic Pressure, Oil & US Policy51:58 – America First & Israel54:03 – Moral Courage, Activism & Political Change57:00 – War, Nuclear Risks & Global Politics58:59 – Environmental Justice & Palestine01:00:30 – How to Support Palestine01:01:19 – Final Thoughts & GoodbyeABOUT DR. MAZIN QUMSIYEHDr. Mazin Qumsiyeh is a Palestinian scientist, author and professor at Bethlehem University. He is the founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability.He has written extensively on Palestine, human rights, environmental issues, biodiversity and social justice.LINKSBethlehem University: https://www.bethlehem.edu/employees/mazin-qumsiyeh/Official Website: https://qumsiyeh.org/Mazin Qumsiyeh, Mazin Qumsiyeh interview, Mazin Qumsiyeh Palestine, Palestine, Palestine Israel, Israel Palestine, Palestine history, Palestinian history, Zionism, Zionism explained, Israel settlements, Israeli settlements, West Bank, Gaza, Palestine conflict, Palestine solidarity, Palestinian rights, two state solution, Israel Palestine conflict, international law Palestine, sanctions Israel, boycott Israel, BDS, Palestine activism, Palestinian Christians, Palestine Museum of Natural History, Bethlehem University, US Israel relations, Trump Israel, Middle East geopolitics, West Asia, geopolitics, international relations, Kianistan, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim KianiHASHTAGS#MazinQumsiyeh #Palestine #Israel #Zionism #Gaza #WestBank #PalestinianRights #BDS #Geopolitics #KianistanPodcast

  8. Oct 1

    Why Is the World So Divided? Iran, Yemen & Global Power - Dimitri Lascaris - Ep 161

    ☕ SUPPORT THE SHOWbuymeacoffee.com/tafhimkianzIn Episode 161 of the Kianistan Podcast, host Tafhim Kiani is joined by Canadian lawyer, journalist and podcaster Dimitri Lascaris for a wide-ranging conversation on Russia, Ukraine, Iran, Yemen, Israel and the shifting global landscape. Dimitri shares insights from his recent trip to Russia, including his observations on everyday public sentiment, the conflict in Ukraine, economic measures against Russia, military escalation risks and the prospects for future talks.The conversation also covers frozen Russian assets, Iran–US relations, Israel and Palestine, Yemen and Saudi Arabia, Ansarullah, the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the changing balance of global power. Subscribe to Kianistan for more conversations on international relations, history, economics and global affairs.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE- Dimitri's recent trip to Russia- Russia–Ukraine tensions & escalation risks- Economic measures & frozen Russian assets- The US approach to the Ukraine conflict- Russia's international relations & diplomacy- Israel, Palestine & public opinion- Iran–US relations and talks- Yemen, Saudi Arabia & Ansarullah- The strategic importance of Bab al-MandabCHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction01:55 – Dimitri's Recent Trip to Russia03:01 – Public Sentiment in Russia on the Conflict05:20 – How Russians View the Outside World08:47 – Cross-Border Strikes Inside Russia10:43 – Russia & Escalation Risks11:02 – World Public Assembly & the Global South12:40 – Russia, China & the Changing Global Order14:11 – Frozen Russian Assets Abroad16:48 – Could Russia Respond Against Foreign Assets?17:13 – The US Approach to the Ukraine Conflict19:30 – Economic Pressure & Continued Military Aid19:58 – Prospects for Negotiations21:30 – Why Russia May Reject a Ceasefire22:31 – Military Strategy & Supply Lines23:26 – The Human Cost of the Conflict26:40 – Russia's Natural Resources & Global Interests29:45 – Russia's Military Strength & Global Balance31:14 – Economic Measures & Israeli Settlements33:50 – Trade, Israel & the Defense Industry35:19 – Palestine & Global Public Opinion39:20 – Peaceful Public Pressure41:07 – Russia, Ukraine & the Wider Region43:09 – Iran–US Talks & the Road Ahead45:10 – Iran, Israel & the Origins of the Conflict46:21 – Yemen, Saudi Arabia & the Conflict48:17 – Ansarullah & the Future of Yemen50:05 – Could Ansarullah Control Most of Yemen?51:40 – Bab al-Mandab & Yemen's Strategic Position53:13 – Saudi Arabia & Prospects for Talks54:31 – Dimitri's Perspective on Canada57:09 – Where to Follow Dimitri58:00 – Final Thoughts & GoodbyeABOUT DIMITRI LASCARISDimitri Lascaris is a Canadian lawyer, journalist and podcaster. He hosts a YouTube channel covering international affairs, diplomacy and global developments. He has travelled to countries including Russia and Iran to report and conduct interviews, bringing a legal and journalistic perspective to world events.CONNECT WITH DIMITRI LASCARISWebsite: https://dimitrilascaris.org/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reason2resistX: https://x.com/dimitrilascarisTAGSDimitri Lascaris, Dimitri Lascaris interview, Dimitri Lascaris Russia, Dimitri Lascaris Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Russia Ukraine, Russia military, Ukraine war analysis, Russian assets, frozen Russian assets, Russia international relations, Russia US relations, Ukraine peace talks, Russia geopolitics, Iran, Iran US, Iran Israel, Iran geopolitics, Yemen, Ansarullah, Saudi Arabia Yemen, Bab al Mandab, Middle East geopolitics, Israel Palestine, Palestine, geopolitical analysis, international relations, global affairs, world affairs, Kianistan Podcast, Tafhim KianiHASHTAGS#DimitriLascaris #Russia #Ukraine #Iran #Yemen #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #GlobalAffairs #KianistanPodcast

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Engaging Conversations on Geopolitics, Islam, Business, and Emerging Technology Welcome to Kianistan, a podcast where insightful discussions meet diverse perspectives. Join us as we explore the intricate geopolitics of the Greater Middle East, delve into the rich and multifaceted world of Islam, uncover the latest trends in business, and navigate the forefront of emerging technologies. Each episode features engaging conversations with experts, thought leaders, and innovators from various backgrounds, providing you with informative and thought-provoking content.

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