Talk War

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This is Talk’s dedicated war and global security channel, covering conflicts from around the world. From Ukraine and Russia to Israel and Hamas, and the latest conflict with Iran, Talk War brings together the sharpest conversations from across the network in one place. Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Ian Collins and Kevin O’Sullivan each bring their own approach — whether that’s on-the-ground reporting, geopolitical analysis or robust debate. You’ll hear from military voices, former intelligence figures, political heavyweights and people directly affected as events unfold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 17H AGO

    Trump Iran War Strategy: Hormuz Crisis, NATO Row, US Backlash

    Talk War brings together Republican strategist Amy Tarkanian, Democrat adviser Michael Yaki, and former British Army chief Richard Dannatt to dissect Donald Trump’s latest Iran war address — as he claims victory is near while ramping up military threats. With the Strait of Hormuz crisis driving global oil fears and UK fuel prices under pressure, this episode asks: is Trump ending the war, or losing control of it? The panel clashes over Trump’s shifting messaging, from promises of withdrawal to warnings of escalation, exposing deep divisions inside US politics. Tarkanian defends the need for strong leadership but admits the lack of a clear exit strategy, while Yaki argues Trump has ignored decades of war-gaming around the Strait of Hormuz — the key global oil choke point now impacting economies worldwide. The debate also explores whether Iran has outmanoeuvred the US, using النفط leverage to hold global markets hostage. Lord Dannatt delivers a hard-headed military assessment, warning that NATO was sidelined from the start and cannot be treated as an offensive tool at America’s command. He lays bare the uncomfortable truth about UK defence capability, the reliance on US military power, and the growing pressure on European nations to increase spending. From Trump’s foreign policy gamble to NATO tensions, oil price shocks and the risk of a wider Middle East war, this is a high-stakes, no-holds-barred analysis of the Iran conflict and what Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  2. 17H AGO

    Iran War Escalation: Strait of Hormuz Crisis, Trump Strategy, Regime Change Fears

    Julia Hartley-Brewer speaks to Iranian political strategist Marty Youssefiani as the Iran war intensifies, with global markets on edge over the Strait of Hormuz crisis and the threat of fuel shortages hitting the UK. With Donald Trump sending conflicting signals on US strategy, NATO involvement and whether the war is ending or escalating, this episode tackles the biggest question right now: where is the Iran conflict heading next? They break down the competing war aims driving the crisis — from US concerns over Iran’s nuclear threat, to Israel’s fight against Iranian-backed groups like Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis, and the growing pressure from inside Iran for regime change. Youssefiani warns that military action alone will not topple the Iranian regime, highlighting the lack of a clear political alternative, the role of the IRGC, and why protests have failed to reach a tipping point despite widespread anger and thousands killed. Drawing on his experience advising Reza Pahlavi, Youssefiani explains why Iran is fundamentally different to Iraq and Afghanistan — pointing to a highly educated, digitally connected population that could shape a post-regime future if properly supported. From the risk of a rushed US exit to the long-term challenge of nation-building, this is a must-listen deep dive into the Iran war, Strait of Hormuz disruption, Trump’s foreign policy, and the fight for Iran’s future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min

  3. 18H AGO

    Trump NATO Threats And Iran War Strategy Explained

    Donald Trump’s latest address to the American people raises more questions than answers, with confusion over NATO, Iran and the future of global security dominating this explosive episode of Talk War. Donald Trump looms large as both allies and enemies struggle to interpret what he didn’t say as much as what he did. Special Correspondent David Patrikarakos warns Trump’s on-off threats to pull out of NATO are a deliberate pressure tactic designed to force Europe to “step up”, while exposing major weaknesses in Britain’s defence capability. The discussion drills into the reality of the Iran conflict, including the risks around the Strait of Hormuz, whether Western powers could realistically secure it, and why the true success of the war will only be clear once the fighting stops. Republican strategist Matt Terrill, former adviser to Marco Rubio, insists the US is winning and argues Trump’s rhetoric is about strength, not recklessness. He reveals why Washington expects NATO allies to do more, how the Iran war could reshape global alliances, and why decisions made in the coming weeks could redefine America’s role on the world stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Iran War, London Protest And Britain’s Security Crisis

    Talk War tackles the deepening Iran conflict, the anti-Semitism row surrounding a major London march and the wider threat to Britain’s security. Fleur Hassan-Nahum argues Israel is making progress against Iran’s military infrastructure and says the regime remains a global danger, while Tobias Ellwood warns the war still lacks a clear endgame despite the damage already inflicted on Tehran. The episode also hears from Talk reporter Samara Gill after she went inside a huge central London protest that she says exposed open hostility to Israel and a refusal among many attendees to condemn Hamas. The discussion ranges from Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran war and whether regime change is realistic, to Britain’s response to Iranian terror threats and the risk of further escalation across the Middle East. Fleur Hassan-Nahum says the Iranian regime is a civilisational threat and insists there is a plan for what comes after the fighting, while Tobias Ellwood questions the absence of a coherent Western strategy and warns of economic fallout hitting the UK through fuel disruption. Samara Gill then details what she witnessed at the London march, including pro-Ayatollah imagery, confusion over Hamas, claims of anti-Semitism and an atmosphere she describes as threatening and deeply divisive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Sir Richard Dearlove on Iran, Trump, NATO and Why Britain Is Not War-Ready | Talk War with Philip Ingram

    Former MI6 chief Sir Richard Dearlove joins Philip Ingram on Talk War for a hard-hitting conversation on the global security crises reshaping the world. From the escalating confrontation with Iran and Donald Trump’s response, to growing pressure on NATO, the threat from Russia and China, and serious questions over whether Britain is prepared for modern conflict, this episode tackles the biggest defence and intelligence issues facing the UK and the West. Philip Ingram, former senior British military intelligence officer, and Sir Richard Dearlove dig into: the latest tensions involving Iran, the US and the Strait of Hormuzwhether further American military action is likelythe reality of the UK’s military readinessdefence spending, missile defence and Britain’s vulnerabilitiesthe intelligence relationship between the UK and the USthe threat posed by the IRGCpolitical leadership, national resilience and the future of British security If you want sharp analysis on war, geopolitics, intelligence, defence policy and national security, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen now to Talk War with Philip Ingram.Former MI6 chief Sir Richard Dearlove joins Philip Ingram on Talk War for a hard-hitting conversation on the global security crises reshaping the world. From the escalating confrontation with Iran and Donald Trump’s response, to growing pressure on NATO, the threat from Russia and China, and serious questions over whether Britain is prepared for modern conflict, this episode tackles the biggest defence and intelligence issues facing the UK and the West. Philip Ingram, former senior British military intelligence officer, and Sir Richard Dearlove dig into: the latest tensions involving Iran, the US and the Strait of Hormuzwhether further American military action is likelythe reality of the UK’s military readinessdefence spending, missile defence and Britain’s vulnerabilitiesthe intelligence relationship between the UK and the USthe threat posed by the IRGCpolitical leadership, national resilience and the future of British security If you want sharp analysis on war, geopolitics, intelligence, defence policy and national security, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Listen now to Talk War with Philip Ingram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  6. MAR 25

    What negotiations? Iran rejects Trump's 15-point peace plan

    Donald Trump issued his 15-point peace plan to Iran in order to end the conflict. Iran promptly said they weren't interested. On this episode, Ian Collins is joined by Hamish De Bretton Gordon OBE, former British Army Colonel, to dig into the latest around the conflict and who is holding all the cards in reaching a conclusion. And Hamish discusses his latest piece for The Telegraph and why he believes the mullahs of Iran have British blood on their hands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  7. MAR 24

    Did Trump blink first - and is he really beating Iran?

    On this episode of Talk, Colonel James Sunderland, Greg Swenson, and Matthew Syed joined Kevin O'Sullivan to discuss the latest developments for the UK, U.S. and Iran as the Gulf Crisis continues. Three weeks after the RAF Akrotiri was hit by an Iranian missile, the HMS Dragon finally arrived in Cyprus. Col. James discusses the systemic failures that have contributed to the decline of a naval force, Keir Starmer's wobbly commitment to an increase in defence budget, and his reluctance to comment on the risk of a British strike from Iran. And after Donald Trump threatened Iran with a 48-hour deadline - and then delayed it - it looks increasingly like the U.S. President doesn't have control of the situation. Kevin debates Trump's handling of the crisis with Republicans Overseas UK chair Greg Swenson, and Times columnist Matthew Syed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  8. MAR 24

    Golders Green Firebombing And Iran War Fury

    Jeremy Kyle and guests react to the alleged anti-Semitic firebombing of Jewish ambulances in Golders Green and the deepening Iran conflict. The episode centres on anti-Semitism in Britain, Keir Starmer’s response to national security threats, and the growing fear that the war with Iran could spiral into a much wider global crisis. Brendan O’Neill calls the ambulance attack an act of “fascist savagery”, while Zia Yusuf says Britain has become dangerously soft on extremism and failed the Jewish community. Amy Tarkanian gives the US view on Donald Trump, military pressure on Iran and America’s frustration with Starmer’s indecision. Former RAF pilot Sean Bell breaks down the reported missile strike near Diego Garcia, the threat posed by the Strait of Hormuz, and why any military endgame looks far messier than politicians suggest. Yosef Haddad, speaking from the Israeli-Lebanese border, delivers a stark warning about Iran, Hezbollah and the danger posed by the IRGC. This is a hard-hitting Talk War episode on anti-Semitism, Islamist extremism, Iran, Israel and the weakness of Western leadership. From domestic security failures in London to fears of a wider Middle East war, it is a furious, fast-moving listen packed with anger, analysis and major questions about whether Britain is prepared for the threats now in front of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
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This is Talk’s dedicated war and global security channel, covering conflicts from around the world. From Ukraine and Russia to Israel and Hamas, and the latest conflict with Iran, Talk War brings together the sharpest conversations from across the network in one place. Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Ian Collins and Kevin O’Sullivan each bring their own approach — whether that’s on-the-ground reporting, geopolitical analysis or robust debate. You’ll hear from military voices, former intelligence figures, political heavyweights and people directly affected as events unfold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Talk
  • Creator
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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
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