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The speaker responds to accusations of oppressing Jews, saying that in Belarus half of the government are Jews and asks, “Where we oppressed anyone?”

The discussion opens with Speaker 0 noting that the first foreign visit by a New York City mayor is significant and asks where each candidate would go first. Speaker 1 (Cuomo) replies, “First visit, I would visit The Holy Land.” Speaker 2, addressing hostility and antisemitism in New York, adds, “Given the hostility and the antisemitism that has been shown in New York, I would go to Israel.” Speaker 0 then directs the question to Speaker 2 (Tilson). Tilson responds, “Yeah. I’d make my fourth trip to Israel followed by my fifth trip to Ukraine, two of our greatest allies fighting on the front lines of the global war on terror.” Speaker 0 moves to Speaker 3 (Mamdani), who says, “I would stay in New York City. My plans are to address New Yorkers across the five boroughs and focus on that.” Speaker 4 interjects with a follow-up to Mamdani: “Mister Mamdani, can I just jump in? Would you visit Israel… as mayor?” Mamdani answers that as mayor, “I'll be doing as the mayor, I'll be standing up for Jewish New Yorkers, I'll be meeting them wherever they are across the five boroughs, whether that's in their synagogues and temples or at their homes or at the subway platform because, ultimately, we need to focus on delivering on their concerns.” The conversation then covers a direct question: “And just yes or no, do you believe in a Jewish state of Israel?” Mamdani replies, “I believe Israel has the right to exist.” Speaker 4 counters, “Not Israel. State?” Mamdani responds, “Notice. As a state with equal rights.” Speaker 1 presses Mamdani further, noting, “He won't he won't say it has a right to exist. Does a Jewish state be very clear?” Speaker 2 adds, “Answer was no. He won't visit Israel.” Mamdani claims, “I I said that That's what he was trying to say. No. Unlike you, I answered unlike you, I answered the question directly. Alright.” The conversation then shifts to Speaker 5, who shares a personal rationale: “My my goal would be to take my first trip to Israel. My wife's life work in this area means a lot to our family, and it could coincide with my young son, Miles, bar mitzvah, if you'd like to have his bar mitzvah.” Speaker 2 interjects briefly, “Okay. But” before the excerpt ends.

Question: 'Why should the world tolerate you having nuclear weapons and not, say, Iran?' The speaker replies that 'we never admitted to have such weapons,' and says the comparison is 'very insulting.' They note, 'We fought suffered one holocaust. We listened to our neighbors.' They ask, 'Is it because of the holocaust that you should be allowed to have nuclear weapons?' The exchange centers on accusations of moral justification for nuclear armament. The passage concludes with the speaker's abrupt exit: 'You know what? This interview was finished now. Your attitude is so hostile, and your questions are so arrogant. I don't want to'

I wear a bracelet given by hostage parents until they come home. Jewish people have faced persecution for centuries. Massive Hamas demonstrations in Western cities are concerning.

Iranians are showing support for the Jewish community and Israelis, clarifying that it is the Islamic regime in Iran, not the Iranian people, that funds Hamas and Hezbollah. They emphasize that Iranians have historically supported Jews. They call for Western countries, specifically Canada, to recognize the Islamic regime as a terrorist organization and listen to Iranians' requests. They highlight that Iranians in Canada, funded by the regime, are not being held accountable. The conflict in the Middle East is described as a war between Hamas, funded by the Iranian regime, and Israelis, including Iranians within Iran. They stress that the Iranian people are fighting against their own regime and ask for understanding that the regime's actions do not represent all Iranians.

A Jew goes undercover at a free Palestine rally to understand their perspective. Some attendees blame Jews for the problem and want them to go to hell. The rally calls for a free Palestine, but the Jew wonders where the Jews would go. There is a discussion about the treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals in Gaza. The Jew questions why there is a basis for Israel to exist as a homeland when other groups don't have one. The Jew's family is from Afghanistan, a predominantly Muslim country, but they acknowledge they can't claim Israel.

Governments slowed down the Internet due to security. To do interviews, the speaker went to a building belonging to Iranian States radio and television (IRIP). While waiting for an interview with Piers Morgan, the Zionist regime bombed the central IRIP building, killing people. The building the speaker was in was evacuated. A guard asked the speaker to leave, but the speaker insisted on staying because the interview was important and they were waiting backstage to participate in the discussion. The guard insisted the speaker leave, and the speaker raised their voice.

We used to live together peacefully, babysitting each other's children. We stand in support of the Palestinians and feel humiliated by the Zionist occupation. They have taken our religion and use it to intimidate and silence others. Speaking out against them is labeled as anti-Semitic, but religious communities continue to oppose them.

Henry, as a Holocaust survivor from Germany, it is troubling to see Arabs in Berlin openly celebrating attacks on Israel and sharing sweets. Allowing in people with different beliefs creates internal pressure groups within countries.

Jake Gilbertson, known as Jake GTV, is a content creator, author, and health coach, and the creator of Jake GTV News, an AI-driven satirical news channel. He discusses building his platform by covering topics he says mainstream media avoids, including Zionism, censorship, the Maui fires, corruption, cult activity, and hidden influence networks, and says he began making YouTube videos as a kid, including exposing satanic cults and controversial topics. During the conversation on *Inside with Sam* (host Sam Sankar and co-host Eric Warsaw), Jake and the hosts reference traveling and speaking at events connected to Palestine, including “Little Palestine” in Paterson, New Jersey. They discuss what they describe as a serious conflict involving “a foreign country” and argue that increased public speaking is occurring compared with earlier years. Jake credits social media for enabling a “great awakening” and says he believes major industries and institutions suppress information, while also claiming that major pharmaceutical companies and economic influence networks (including BlackRock, under Larry Fink) control aspects of the economy. He also claims that media ownership is concentrated among six major companies and that the music industry, Hollywood, and artists are managed through “handlers.” Jake describes what he says is a long-running belief that secret groups run industries and that his early understanding included Illuminati and “New World Order” ideas. He connects this to what he describes as anti-human agendas, climate-change messaging, and changes he associates with the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination campaigns. He also says he noticed gatekeeping and industry manipulation through his observations of mainstream artists’ behavior and symbolism, and says he later researched “MKUltra,” claims he heard about LSD fragmenting personalities, and traces connections through major music and banking figures. On music industry gatekeeping, Jake argues that access and contracts push “degeneracy,” discusses “killing” and deaths he associates with the “twenty-seven Club,” and interprets shifts in artists’ behavior as attempts to escape contracts. He expands on the idea of contracts being tied to artists’ names and says he believes blackmail plays a role in keeping people compliant, referencing cases he compares to Epstein-style dynamics. He further discusses intelligence-agency tactics he says resemble how record-label and industry power operates, and connects these ideas to other historical claims about blackmail and institutional control. The discussion includes extended claims about symbolism and control in banking and finance, including references to the Rothschilds and Star-of-David-related ideas, plus a description of how bank and media control supposedly expand influence across governments. Jake argues that media control prevents knowledge from emerging and ties this to claims about Epstein documents and “worst stuff” allegedly hidden from public view. Jake also recounts an on-site interview at a Palestinian festival where he questioned rabbis who are described as pro–free Palestine and anti-Zionist while still practicing Judaism. He says their answers involved discussion of Jewish persecution history, including claims that their grandparents were in the Holocaust. He describes asking about Talmud-related interpretations he says he considers problematic and reports that the interview became evasive, with runaround and vague responses. He also describes additional claims about religious texts and Jesus-related themes, and concludes by calling for speaking openly and removing taboos for “objective conversations.” The conversation shifts to health and autism statistics. Jake claims that one in twelve and a half boys in California have autism, says diagnosing increases are cited as explanations, and argues instead for possible links to vaccination practices. He argues that vaccines stimulate immune responses and cites ingredients like aluminum and formaldehyde as part of his concerns. He also discusses claims about polio, ADT exposure, natural immunity, and how pandemics allegedly became “business,” including claims that COVID mitigation required compliance and that boosters would continue. He then discusses transgender-related politics and school influence, including comments about what he describes as a health adviser (Rachel Levine) and argues that labeling prevents questioning. Jake argues that exposing children to sexual content and endorsing puberty blockers and related treatments should be handled differently, and says he interviewed people in college who supported giving puberty blockers to minors. He ties the autism and health discussion into food and environmental concerns, including claims about pesticides, “glyphosate,” tap water contamination, and disputes about dairy and raw milk, as well as claims about formula ingredients. He also references RFK Jr.’s book *The Real Anthony Fauci*, and summarizes his view that pandemic preparedness and major corporate investment practices were pre-planned and benefited large investors while harming small businesses. Near the end, Jake argues that “ICE” and related systems use software described as “Graphite,” linking it to AI targeting and surveillance, and claims that this is part of a broader compliance system. He describes “digital twin” mapping ideas and says he believes COVID was a test of compliance involving rules about vaccines and climate-change beliefs. He concludes with a call for speaking truth publicly and avoiding fear. The hosts close by thanking Jake, saying he showed up for Palestine Day and Paterson, New Jersey, and saying the podcast will continue with more episodes.

"Israelis are not like anybody else. They killed a guy in a hotel room in Dubai, and then after they killed him, they were somehow able to lock the door from the inside of the hotel room. There's an underground" "My experience is universally negative. Universally negative. I've never had a positive encounter with Mossad." "The thing is, you know, the Israelis this was covered in the Washington Post, just a couple days after the twelve day war started." "And what the Israelis did is that they have a lot of Farsi speaking Jews in Israel. These are Iranians who are Jewish and who emigrated to Israel, and a lot of them work from Mossad and Shin Bet."

The day starts with the 10 Iranian plan being accepted by President Donald Trump as the basis for negotiation. JD Vance was headed to Islamabad to lead the American negotiating team, with former leaders persona non grata toward Iran. The speaker notes this contrasted with what happened the last time Iran negotiated with Kushner and Witkoff. Lebanon was in a ceasefire on paper, written by the prime minister of Pakistan, whose efforts were praised. If the 10-point plan was the basis for negotiation, this represented a major victory for the Islamic Republic, a point echoed in a Moscow conference addressed by the Iranian ambassador in those terms. But by sunset, the situation “appeared to have gone to hell in a handcart.” Just before going on air, Tehran’s air defenses were engaged with what were said to be American bombers, implying the ceasefire didn’t even last twelve hours. The Islamabad negotiation is now in grave doubt. In an RT interview, the question was asked whether Iran had really won as claimed. The response asserts that the greatest superpower cannot achieve its objectives and thus has lost; if the U.S. “definitely lost,” then Iran has won. Iran is described as a global south emerging country under sanctions for forty-seven years, surviving two nuclear superpowers (regional and global). The speaker contrasts Trump’s regime-change talk for Iran with Afghanistan’s experience, noting the U.S. spent a trillion dollars to remove the Taliban only for the Taliban to return to power as the U.S. withdrew. There is a claim of “replacing one Khamenei with a second Khamenei,” with the son being less moderate than the father, and referencing the dead father, mother, wife, and children from the initial American attack. The speaker recounts an attack on a 169-schoolgirl incident near Bandar Abbas, asking listeners to imagine daughters or granddaughters incinerated in an instant, and labels it a day of infamy akin to Pearl Harbor. Iran was allegedly negotiating with “the sneak attackers,” with thousands of Iranian civilians killed, mosques and churches destroyed, and even a synagogue destroyed; the speaker notes having filmed a synagogue outside of which there are “100 synagogues in Iran,” with Jews in Iran and a million Christians having an honored place in the Islamic Republic. The claim is that these acts occurred while the United States and Israel bombed, killed front-rank commanders, and destroyed the leader of the Iranian revolution, achieving nothing. The speaker contrasts Trump’s harsh rhetoric against Obama over the JCPOA with Trump’s support for a 10-point plan that supposedly is less restrictive than the JCPOA, including allowing Iran to charge a toll on every tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially earning about a hundred billion dollars per year in perpetuity, and criticizing Obama for returning Iran’s own money. Trump is said to claim Lebanon was included in the ceasefire, but the plan and the prime minister of Pakistan say Lebanon is included; nonetheless, Israel launches a frenzy of violence on Lebanon, including bombing a funeral, with a death toll rising. The speech notes Israeli attacks on Beirut, and describes a seventy-two-hour bombardment and the Arab League’s response, with the UAE allegedly attacking two Iranian islands eight hours after the ceasefire, threatening a broader war between Iran and the UAE. The Strait of Hormuz is claimed closed again, despite Trump’s boast of unblocking it, and oil prices are cited at $144 per barrel, with implications for Russia, Europe, and Asia if prices surge. The speaker asks where this is heading and reflects that, while exultant in the morning, the evening leaves doubt about resolution. The commentary concludes that this is a global crisis bigger than past financial crashes, and introduces Professor Syed Muhammad Marandi as the guest to explain further after a break.

I shook hands with a Hamas activist because they treated us well and were considerate. They took care of my mom's needs and were prepared. They provided shampoo and conditioner for women. I didn't ask about what was happening outside.

The speaker states that Iran is still committed to peace, despite violations by both sides. According to the speaker, after the deal was made, Israel dropped a massive amount of bombs. The speaker expressed unhappiness with Israel's immediate response, claiming they released everything within the first hour of a twelve-hour window. The speaker is also unhappy with Iran. The speaker says one rocket didn't land, possibly shot by mistake. The speaker believes that these two countries have been fighting for so long that they don't know what they're doing anymore.

- The discussion opens with an exploration of how religion is used in land claims, focusing on Judaism, Zionism, and the concept of the Promised Land. The rabbi states that Judaism is a religion with nothing to do with nationality or race, and that “Judaism is a pure religion.” He cites Maimonides and Sanhedrin to define who is considered a Jew, emphasizing that belief is what matters, not ethnicity or birth alone. - The rabbi explains the difference between Judaism and Zionism. Zionism, he says, is a movement about a hundred and thirty years old founded by Teddy Herzl, described as a secular Jew who “didn’t believe in god” or in the Torah. Zionism is portrayed as an effort to transform Judaism from a religion into a national movement, demanding an Israeli passport, army service, Hebrew, and land-based nationhood. He argues that Zionism “transform[s] from a holy religion, from believing in god, from reconnecting to god into a empty, national movement.” - On the Promised Land, the rabbi asserts that the promise in the Torah is conditional, contingent on the people maintaining a high level of life. He references the prophets (Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Isaiah) and states that God warned of exile if they did not adhere to the covenant. He emphasizes that the exile was a punishment from God, and that returning to the land requires the coming of the Messiah. He cites the Torah as repeating the conditional nature of the promise and notes that the end of Jeremiah describes exile as the outcome when conditions were not met. - The rabbi discusses the Messiah as a future, peaceful redemption for all humanity, whereas Zionism, in his view, lacks belief in God and the exile, instead adopting a human-centered national project. He mentions the three oaths from the Talmud (Ksumbat) in Numbers 14, 41, describing God’s oaths not to rebel against the nations, not to go up to Israel en masse, and not to prevent the spread of the faith; these oaths are used to argue against aggressive settlement or mass return. - When asked how to respond to Zionist counterarguments about “the chosen people” and the right to a Jewish state, the rabbi distinguishes between religious and secular Jewry. He notes that among religious Jews (Hasidic and Haredi), attitudes toward Zionism and Israel are diverse: outside Israel, he estimates 95% of people look non-Zionist and 65% are strongly anti-Zionist, with prominent anti-Zionist Hasidic communities (e.g., in Stamford Hill) that advocate dismantling the state of Israel in a peaceful way. He contrasts this with segments in Israel, where settlers are strong Zionists, though there are also anti-Zionist Jews, including those who boycott the army. - The interviewer asks about the practical and geopolitical implications of dismantling the state of Israel, and whether a peaceful dismantling is feasible. The rabbi says he is not a politician and reiterates Torah authority, citing that “a rebellion against god cannot be succeed” and re-emphasizing the belief that if the state is in rebellion to God, it will come to an end. He offers a religious perspective that dismantling could be peaceful and envisions living in a Palestinian-governed framework or various arrangements, but insists the core principle is adherence to divine command rather than human political prescriptions. - The rabbi provides anecdotal and contemporary context to illustrate his point: he asserts that Muslims and Jews have lived peacefully in many places, citing Iran as an example where Jews have their own MP and a Jewish hospital, and recounts an instance in which Ismail Haniyeh embraced Jewish rabbis at a conference to illustrate that opposition is directed at occupiers rather than Jews themselves. He argues that within the Arab world there can be acceptance of Jews when “the occupiers” are not present, and he contrasts this with what he views as Western or Zionist framing. - The conversation ends with an agreement to continue the discussion, with the rabbi reiterating his stance that the peaceful dismantlement of the state of Israel is prayed for in the Torah, while the interviewer signals an openness to further dialogue on these complex religious and political issues.

Iran does not recognize Israel's right to exist. The speaker believes Palestinians have a right to return to their homelands and equal rights. They argue against the existence of Israel as a Jewish country, stating that separatist states do not work. The conversation also touches on the identification of countries as Christian or Muslim, contrasting them with the world's only Jewish country, which the speaker questions.

Speaker 0: They say Israel is the only place where we're respected and protected. Speaker 1: I can attest to that. I went to Israel, spent two weeks there with the church, and we had an incredible time. We had only one incident where a small child spit on one of the pastors and immediately after, there was an adult that came by and said, "That's not a representation of who we are. You know, we love you guys." "You guys are always welcome here." And I have to say, no adults gave us any grief. We had no issues whatsoever in our experience there. It was actually an amazing

In Iran, the speaker expresses strong fondness for living there, saying, “Very, very, very, very, very much. Yes. A lot. Limitless.” He attends a Jewish school, and there is one Muslim student studying there. When asked if he likes him, he says, “We like each other. We are all friends at school and we don’t fight. We make jokes and we are very close, actually.” The Muslim student’s own school has more Muslims, but in his school, it is a Jewish school with only one Muslim student. Regarding pride in nationality, he answers that he does feel proud to be Iranian: “Yes.” When asked about his favorite things to do in Tehran, he mentions a few interests. He says he wants to be a power mechanic and also enjoys baking; “You bake? … If I grow up … If I choose to be a baker, sure. You are welcome.” He also notes that he likes to read, and the interviewer confirms that he likes reading too. The interviewer asks if there is anything else to ask, and the student says “Not really,” ending with a note for audiences in Australia. The interviewer quips, “People in Australia will hear you. We have kangaroos.” The student has seen a kangaroo at the zoo and is described as “very clever.” The exchange ends with expressions of gratitude: “Thank you. Mercy.” and farewells: “Bye.”

Jake Gilbertson, known as “Jake GTV,” is introduced as a content creator, author, health coach, and the creator of Jake GTV News, an AI-driven satirical news channel. The host describes Jake’s platform as covering topics they say mainstream media avoids, including Zionism, censorship, the Maui fires, corruption, cult activity, and hidden influence networks. The conversation centers on narratives Jake says people have been afraid to discuss, and on how social media and “the great awakening” have changed public openness. Jake and the hosts discuss a war they frame as occurring between the U.S. and a “foreign country” they describe as a domestic terrorist. They say seeing people at “Little Palestine” in Patterson, New Jersey prompted calls to speak up. Eric says it took early “first round” figures to break taboos, describing a social “group psychology” that makes certain topics scary to discuss. Jake connects increased speaking to social media and claims that events such as 9/11 and the pandemic led many people to question authorities. A major theme is “control” by powerful institutions. Jake links Big Pharma, media, and finance to coordinated influence. He claims large pharmaceutical companies and investors behind them (including BlackRock under Larry Fink) exert control over the economy. He also claims media concentration, stating that six companies own 90% of media. He connects this to entertainment and alleges that music and Hollywood involve gatekeeping and systems that push “degeneracy,” including sexual “degeneracy” and violence. Jake describes early personal beliefs, saying he became aware of “secret groups” and industry manipulation in adolescence, including Illuminati and “New World Order” ideas. He claims university environments taught him that “white people are the problem,” and that he noticed what he described as anti-human messaging. He says he viewed climate change “virtue signaling” as part of an “anti-human” agenda and connected it to efforts to reduce population through vaccines, citing claims about Bill Gates proposing reducing global population via vaccines. He also attributes changes in society to control of farms and agriculture, alleging that major companies fill grocery stores with corn, soy, and wheat products and use pesticides. He explains how he entered media production: editing videos in middle school, making a lip-sync video that reached 1.4 million views, then beginning vlogs and skits. He became involved in music production, worked with artists, and invested in studio gear. During music industry involvement, he claims he noticed mainstream artists using symbols and acting in ways he interpreted as evidence of “MKUltra,” saying he looked into MKUltra after observing performers’ behavior. Jake references claims that MKUltra fragments personalities using LSD and describes alleged gatekeepers behind it. The hosts shift to gatekeeping and entertainment contracts. Jake claims major artists’ contracts include their names and that labels may enforce control through exploitation, blackmail, and forced degeneration. He references a “27 Club” and interprets artists’ deaths and behavioral changes as tied to contract escape attempts, citing Miley Cyrus’s transition from “Hannah Montana” as an example of trying to break free. Jake also discusses blackmail narratives involving intelligence and law enforcement figures. He claims CIA-related files (MKUltra and JFK) were brought up and then blocked from release. He compares music executive Puff Daddy’s tactics to intelligence agency methods and says some cases point to Israel. He also claims weapons were sent “pre-1948” and then connects timelines to Israel’s creation in 1948 and the creation of CIA and Mossad shortly thereafter. A later segment focuses on religious authority and the Palestinian festival. Jake says he interviewed rabbis in the Palestine movement who support “free Palestine” and are anti-Zionist while still believing in Judaism, and he says he asked questions about their history of being kicked out of many countries. He reports that one rabbi responded by saying his grandparents were in the Holocaust. Jake describes the rabbi as evasive when asked specific questions about Talmud passages (including claims about circumvention of “a goy” and statements about Jesus). He says the rabbis he encountered were recording and circling him, that he later received a request for the interview footage, and that he believes they “danced around” his questions. Jake expands on comparisons between policies he opposes and “blame” tactics he says others use. He makes claims about 9/11, alleging insurance, insider knowledge, demolition terminology, and Israeli involvement via arrests and sightings. He also references additional assassination and attack incidents, describing alleged “decoys” and unusual survivals/witness roles, and argues that “coincidences” consistently involve a small portion of the population he targets. He then moves into health topics. Jake says autism rates are rising, citing a claim that “one in twelve and a half boys in California now have autism” based on state health data. He links the topic to vaccine schedules and discusses aluminum and formaldehyde in vaccines, arguing for case-by-case necessity evaluation. He also claims polio was already being eradicated before vaccines and that certain substances used earlier were causing symptoms similar to polio. He discusses HIV AZT and claims it was harmful, then argues that Anthony Fauci and COVID vaccine policies were pushed despite earlier controversies, citing a book by RFK Junior. He also talks about autism-related diet and gut-health themes, including claims about raw milk and criticism of formula ingredients and agricultural practices. In the final portion, Jake argues that compliance and control mechanisms operate through systems he links to finance and “ESG” scoring. He claims ICE uses a spyware platform called Graphite, rebranded as “Immigration OS,” that maps and scores populations to target people labeled as “domestic terrorists,” and he describes this as an extension of surveillance tools used elsewhere. The discussion ends with thanks to Jake for attending “Palestine Day” in Patterson and a closing call emphasizing “free Palestine” and “free America from the Zionist occupied government.”

An Iranian man states that the Islamic regime in Iran shut down the internet for over twelve hours. He says this is not the action of America or Israel, but of the Iranian government. He expresses worry for political prisoners and regular citizens, fearing the regime might seek revenge on its own people due to losing the war to Israel. He says Iranians hate the government and have been trying to overthrow it for 46 years. He clarifies that Israel is bombing IRGC and Islamic regime bases, not the Iranian people, and that Iranians support these actions. He claims the Iranian regime are evil people, and the people in Iran hate the regime. He accuses others of supporting the regime and wanting to put nuclear weapons in their hands.

Speaker 0 argues that Iran, despite being the greatest enemy of Israel, treats Jewish people living there as ordinary citizens and protects them in the midst of war. They claim that there are 35,000 Jewish people in Iran today and that they enjoy a “golden life,” with no problems during the conflict. According to the speaker, Iranians do not hate Jews; they have a problem with the occupation. The message repeated is that “we are not against Jews. We are against the occupation,” and that this stance is stated repeatedly in the media. The speaker contends that mainstream media are under Zionist influence and attempt to smear people with anti-Semitism, labeling criticisms of Israel as Nazis or anti-Semitic, even when the speaker asserts these criticisms are unrelated to anti-Semitism. The speaker questions why the media do not highlight a contrasting point: that Jewish people in Iran are living under missiles but are living freely, with access to schools, high schools, and all other institutes. They point to a Jewish hospital in Iran that is funded completely by the government and ask why this is not seen in the news. Overall, the speaker asserts a discrepancy between the situation of Jews in Iran and what is portrayed in the media, suggesting that the public is not being informed about the reality of Jewish life in Iran—its safety, institutions, and government support—while focusing on accusations of anti-Semitism and Nazi imagery. They emphasize that Iranians’ stance is not against Jews but against the occupation, and they critique the media for not presenting the full context of Jews living in Iran.

Afshin Ratansi, broadcasting from the UAE, frames the week’s developments as a U.S. defeat and describes an Iran-related deal: Iran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, restore oil exports, and receive sanctions waivers and unfrozen funds, with final terms to be negotiated later. Ratansi references an Israeli newspaper owned by Miriam Adelson’s family network and contrasts celebratory U.S. wartime rhetoric with a list of wars and interventions that Ratansi says did not defend the American homeland and instead served U.S. elites and the military-industrial complex. Ratansi then interviews retired U.S. Navy SEAL Vice Admiral Robert Harwood, a former CENTCOM Deputy Commander and ex-Chief Executive of Lockheed Martin Middle East, who is Executive Vice President of Shield AI’s international operations and involved in Iran policy. Harwood discusses the role of a national security advisor, emphasizing the process of advising the president by turning objectives into policy options and aligning interagency inputs, describing how he previously declined the job when approached under President Trump’s team while remaining “on your bench” to support policies he liked. On whether the U.S. should return to bombing Iran if Iran violates the memorandum of understanding (MOU), Harwood argues Iran has historically not complied with demands unless it received what it wanted. He says the IAEA’s access was not “unfettered” access “we require or need,” and adds that some activities may occur outside what the IAEA and Iran intend to show. He asserts Iran’s behavior should be inspected as negotiations continue and that Iran does not intend to comply with the president’s objectives. Ratansi challenges Harwood on whether the war is causing growing support in Iran for nuclear weapons to deter Israel. Harwood responds by saying he disputes that claim, stating he thinks the Iranian population wants peace, stability, and economic benefits. He argues the Iranian government prioritizes economy and daily survival concerns and that nuclear weapons function as an instrument of power for the current government, while Iranian people focus on wellbeing, freedom of choice, and avoiding being murdered. He also links Iranian protests to the idea that people are focused on the regime. Ratansi asks Harwood about competing claims regarding Israeli involvement in Iranian protests and the accuracy of figures. Harwood says verifying information is difficult because the regime controls intelligence and information and that statistics are hard to confirm. He emphasizes what he calls irrefutable evidence of murders, and argues Iran has carried out attacks beyond its immediate region, including missile and drone attacks affecting the UAE, while also stating accountability has not been held consistently. He says President Trump held Iran accountable and argues for accountability across countries affected. Ratansi pivots to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states making deals with Iran, including Oman’s arrangement for sharing the Strait of Hormuz. Harwood says the GCC’s approach reflects instability in U.S. policy driven by election cycles, while GCC governments remain stable. He argues GCC states accommodate Iran because they cannot trust the United States to deliver consistent long-term outcomes. Discussing Ukraine, Ratansi references Harwood’s “February plan” as calling for security guarantees and asks whether the U.S. should risk nuclear confrontation by backing Ukraine. Harwood argues the situation in Ukraine is different from hypothetical comparisons, emphasizing Russia’s invasion and the presence of Russian troops in Ukraine, plus violation of sovereign integrity. He states Ukraine’s ability to hold off major powers is demonstrated by use of drones and long-range systems and argues Russia invaded and chose to reinforce territorial gains during the campaign. Ratansi continues to press whether Harwood would advise continuing the war rather than pursuing peace talks, deterrence, and detente. Harwood clarifies that a national security advisor’s role is to take a president’s objectives and present pros, cons, and interagency limitations to support those objectives, while the president decides. In response to the final framing that Harwood would want renewed bombing of Iran if the MOU is broken and would pour resources into Ukraine, Harwood says he did not say that. He argues for focusing on political, military, and financial tools of national power—especially “financial strangulation of Iran”—to enhance objectives and force compliance, maintaining leverage through policy and capabilities.

Speaker 1 and Speaker 0 discuss the current wave of protests in Iran and how it differs from past unrest, with a focus on causes, dynamics, and potential outcomes. - The protests are described as the strongest since 2022, sparked by economic distress and currency collapse. The immediate trigger was the volatility of the rial and the impact on bazaar merchants, who closed shops in Tehran and took to the streets, followed by university campuses and other cities. Youth participation has increased, with some behaving more courageously on the streets. - A key new element is the explicit rejection of the Islamic government. For the first time, crowds are reportedly shouting that they do not want this Islamic government or the regime of the supreme leader, and they are calling for change rather than merely better elections. There is also increasing mention of Reza Pahlavi (the former Shah’s son) as a symbol in chants, though the speakers caution that this does not necessarily reflect broad support for his leadership or a viable path to democracy. - The discussion notes a sustained gap between the regime and the Iranian people that has widened over two decades. The regime has failed to narrow this divide, especially among the younger, educated generation. The political system’s structure—where the supreme leader appoints half the Guardian Council and thus shapes presidential candidates—has contributed to this rift. The trend toward questioning the regime’s legitimacy contrasts with earlier protests, where calls to overthrow the regime were less explicit. - Differences from previous protests (2007, 2009, 2019, 2022) are highlighted: - Past protests rarely called for overthrow; current protests openly reject the Islamic government and the supreme leader. - There is a notable Kurdish involvement this time, though the degree and regional participation vary, and some Kurdish communities may be wary due to positions taken by monarchist factions and the regime’s stance on minority rights. - The protests are spreading from major cities to smaller towns and include diverse regions of the country. - Foreign influence and potential intervention: - Trump’s warnings to the regime are considered to have had some impact on Iranian youth, though the extent is unclear and cannot be measured without data. - There is debate about potential US cyber or military actions; the guest believes it would be difficult and risky, especially if a broader confrontation with the US and Israel occurred. He warns that foreign intervention could feed regime propaganda that protests are foreign-instigated. - Israel’s involvement is likewise seen as dangerous and potentially counterproductive, risking the perception of foreign manipulation and nationalistic backlash. - Internal security dynamics: - The relationship between the IRGC and the regular army is discussed as potentially fragile. A split, internal defections, or civil conflict within security forces could become an “Achilles heel” for the regime, though such scenarios are described as extreme and not imminent. - There is concern about what would happen after a regime change. The speaker argues that there is currently no robust, organized opposition with a clear program for governance post-overthrow, and monarchist groups around Reza Pahlavi may not represent a democratic alternative. The risk of chaos without a viable plan is highlighted. - The host and guest discuss personal risk and motivations: - The professor recounts his history of arrests under both the Shah and the Islamic regime, including a sentence to 18 months for criticizing the nuclear program, followed by a two-month prison term due to health concerns. He describes a cancer diagnosis and his relief at advances in cancer treatment, while noting that his health remains a concern. - He emphasizes that he does not support Trump or Netanyahu's positions and that his willingness to speak publicly stems from concern about Iran’s future, not alignment with foreign powers. - Final themes: - The protests reflect long-standing grievances but reveal a new willingness to reject the regime itself. - Questions remain about leadership, governance after potential regime change, minority rights, and the risk of civil conflict if the regime collapses or is weakened. - The discussion closes with acknowledgments of the personal risk involved in speaking out and a nuanced stance toward foreign involvement.

Why is it that Jewish people in this country get blamed for what a nation on the other side of the world is doing constantly? He cites incidents: 'a couple weeks ago, we had, an individual show up at a synagogue in San Antonio with a knife, yelling at the people who came out of services, f all you Jews, go back to your country.' We had a Jewish man assaulted in broad daylight in San Francisco. He continues, 'Anti Zionism, I've long said is anti Semitism. I was wrong. Anti Zionism is genocide.' 'And what I mean is if you so dehumanize Zionists, by the way, every Jewish person is a Zionist.' 'So the idea that our national anthem would be the Hatikva, would be the hope. I should say our. It's the Israel's national anthem.'

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