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The speaker states that the United States is conducting an operation with a clear goal: to eliminate the threat posed by Iran’s short-range ballistic missiles and by Iran’s navy to naval assets. The speaker says the operation is focused on this objective and is progressing “quite successfully,” with the details of tactics and progress to be discussed by the Pentagon and the Department of War. Two reasons are given for acting now. First, the speaker asserts that if Iran came under attack by the United States, Israel, or another party, Iran would respond against the United States. According to the speaker, orders had been delegated down to field commanders, and within an hour of the initial attack on Iran’s leadership compound, the Iranian missile forces in the south and in the north were activated to launch. The speaker notes that those forces were “prepositioned.” Second, the speaker explains that the assessment was that if the United States stood and waited for Iran’s attack to come first, American casualties would be much higher. Therefore, the president made the decision to act preemptively. The speaker emphasizes that they knew there would be an Israeli action, and that action would precipitate an attack against American forces. The implication is that delaying a preemptive strike would result in greater casualties, potentially billions of dollars in losses, and more American lives at risk. The overarching message is that the preemptive operation aims to neutralize Iran’s short-range ballistic missiles and navy threats before they are used in consolidation with anticipated Israeli actions and any Iranian counterattacks against U.S. forces. The speaker frames the decision as prudent and anticipatory, intended to prevent higher casualties and to maintain safety for American personnel and assets. The speaker stops short of detailing specific tactical methods, pointing listeners to the Pentagon and the Department of War for a deeper discussion of tactics and progress.

- The discussion frames Iranian capabilities as the current biggest threat to the US Navy, noting that Iran’s position is now stronger, with significant new efforts in the last six months supported by China and Russia. The guest emphasizes that Iranian capabilities today are far more lethal than in 2020 and that Iran has benefited from Chinese and Russian involvement, including help with integrated air defenses. - On the protests in Iran, the guest contends that Mossad, with CIA and MI6, joined the efforts to provoke the regime into a brutal crackdown, aiming to trigger a stronger US response. He argues the protests were legitimate at their core (economic grievances and reformist aims) and that the attempt to exploit them for regime change failed. He explains that, after discovering 40,000 starlight terminals used to orchestrate regime-change efforts, the intelligence community judged the operation a failure, and President Trump was advised that a broader, more forceful campaign would be required, potentially including more firepower and assets. - Regarding Russia and China’s responses to potential regime collapse in Iran, the guest asserts that Russia would intervene only if the regime seemed in danger of collapsing, and China would respond similarly, considering strategic and financial consequences. - In the Maduro Venezuela operation, the guest recounts paying off many actors to enable the abduction of Maduro and his wife, noting air defenses largely stood down due to bribes, with one battery reportedly firing and damaging a helicopter. He suggests the operation accomplished regime alteration but not a change in leadership style, since the new president reportedly will not take instructions from Washington. He speculates that continued oil income from the captured Venezuelan oil could influence outcomes, and he notes skepticism about the profitability of Venezuelan drilling for major oil corporations, who may turn to private or mercenary groups. - The “secret weapon” comment (the discombobulator) is described as an exaggeration; the guest hints at undisclosed capabilities but declines further public discussion, citing high clearance and Pentagon confidentiality. - On Iran’s protests and possible US strikes, the guest reiterates that the initial protests were economically driven and that the Mossad-CIA-MI6 effort to provoke a harsher regime response stalled, leading to the decision for a larger potential strike. He outlines a plan for a prolonged air campaign with multiple carriers and a heavy emphasis on air power over naval action, suggesting a Kosovo-like approach with extensive air sorties to degrade Iran’s air and missile defenses, using surface ships as needed but relying on air power for sustained damage. He notes that the air campaign would require time and additional assets, possibly two to three more carrier groups, and would hinge on the ability to degrade defenses to enable broader bombing operations. - When discussing Iranian capabilities against the US Navy, the guest says Iran’s current capabilities are more dangerous, with Iran receiving about 500 missiles from China and improved Russian integrated air defenses. He notes concern about long-range missiles capable of reaching US bases and questions whether Iran’s Orion missiles could reach Diego Garcia. He asserts that Russian help could be more for deterrence or limited military support rather than supplying exotic missiles like Reshnik, and that the Chinese missiles could threaten ships at sea. - On the US mobilization (Lincoln, submarines, aircraft, drones, HIMARS, Patriot/THAAD), the guest says the response is a time-buying effort to pressure negotiations, with more assets likely and ongoing dialogue with Iran. He suggests the US may pursue enriched uranium settlements, acknowledging Netanyahu’s and Trump’s positions, while noting Iran’s insistence that missile development is not negotiable and that JCPOA prospects are unlikely. - About Iran’s possible escalation strategies, the guest analyzes several options: drone swarms could threaten bases; sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz would be a last resort but remain a hazard; a swarm of boats and diesel submarines pose challenges but are not existential threats to carriers; and long-range missiles (including those supplied by China) could target US bases or ships. He emphasizes that the navy can defend against many of these threats but highlights the difficulty of countering missiles and the threat submarines pose in shallow gulf waters. - On Russia and China’s potential responses if the regime falls: Russia would likely intervene militarily or economically to prevent regime disintegration, while China could leverage financial power (including debt leverage) and maintain strategic flexibility. The Turkish role is described as a wild card; Turkey could be motivated to counter Israeli hegemony in the region, potentially drawing NATO into conflict, despite NATO’s current limited capacity. - Finally, the guest touches on broader geopolitical implications: he suggests Europe is drifting towards greater autonomy from the US, NATO’s effectiveness is questionable, and the regime’s fall could trigger wider regional instability. He argues Taiwan is a separate, less feasible target for conflict, given distance and economic stakes, and calls for more cautious rhetoric regarding Taiwan. He closes by noting that Ukraine’s fate and Europe’s stance will influence how the US and its allies manage any Iran escalation.

We will stop the flow of funds to Iran. We won't have a hundred hostages, including Israelis and Americans, held by Hamas and Hezbollah, who are essentially Iranian mercenaries. America needs to recognize the importance of Israel, secure the release of Israeli hostages, and reaffirm our support for Israel as our top ally.

We're heading toward war with Iran, with few Republicans pushing back. Bombing Iran's oil infrastructure, as Senator Graham suggests, could lead to disaster. About 20% of the world's oil passes through the Straits of Hormuz and Iran has missiles that can reach as far as 1,200 miles. If we attack Iran, our bases in Iraq and Syria will be targeted. Hezbollah, with a presence in Mexico, could cause trouble here at home. Our sanctions haven't stopped Iran from developing advanced missiles and cyber warfare capabilities. Our military isn't in a strong position to respond to a war with Iran, and our naval power may not have the impact we desire. The army is depleted and lacks the capacity for rapid deployment. Destroying Hamas means systematically rooting them out and likely causing mass civilian casualties. The support for Israel will erode as more destruction is captured coming out of Gaza.

The speaker declares that these are historic days that will be recorded in Israel’s history. Under Operation Roaring Lion, the war is ongoing and intensifying, with Israel pummeling the Islamic regime in Tehran and its emissaries, including Hezbollah in Lebanon. The speaker emphasizes unprecedented coordination between Israel and the United States, asserting that this collaboration has produced substantial achievements that are altering the situation in the West Bank, the broader Middle East, and beyond. According to the speaker, these developments are elevating Israel’s status to that of a regional superpower—and in many respects a global superpower—thereby strengthening its ability to confront and deter enemies and secure its survival. The claim is made that threats may rise and fall, but once Israel attains superpower status, it gains the power to push away threats and safeguard its future. The speaker references a personal historical perspective: in 1993, they published an article in a newspaper asserting that the greatest threat to the State of Israel is not solely from Arab states but from Iran. They assert that, for more than thirty years, the ayatollah regime has acted to attack the United States and the West and, foremost, has worked to implement a plan to destroy the state of Israel. In summary, the message is that Operation Roaring Lion represents an escalating conflict aimed at Iran and its allied networks, backed by strong Israel–U.S. cooperation, which the speaker contends is reshaping regional dynamics, enhancing Israel’s power status, and aligning with long-standing concerns about Iran as a central threat to Israel.

Iran is a destabilizing force in the Middle East, as demonstrated by the attack on Israel. The speaker was in the situation room with President Biden, monitoring the attack and ensuring the protection of US personnel. The speaker supports President Biden's order for the US military to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel. Initial indications are that Israel, with US assistance, defeated the attack. Joint defenses were effective, saving many innocent lives. The speaker will ensure Israel can defend itself against Iran and Iran-backed terrorist militias, and their commitment to Israel's security is unwavering. Iran is a threat to American personnel, interests, and innocent civilians. The US will take action to defend against Iran and Iran-backed terrorists and will work with allies to disrupt Iran's aggressive behavior and hold them accountable.

The speaker asserts that Iran poses a real threat, citing their desire to assassinate President Trump and their involvement in attacks on Israel. They claim Iran hacked President Trump's campaign and leaked a 271-page dossier on VP candidate JD Vance to the Harris campaign, which then appeared in the press. The speaker questions when the FBI knew about this and whether President Trump received a defensive briefing. They contrast this with the left's focus on President Trump, arguing that Iran did not attack Israel and Russia was not in Ukraine when Trump was in office. The speaker believes there would be a special counsel if the situation were reversed and Iran had hacked the Harris campaign.

We've targeted Iran's top nuclear scientists, comparing them to Hitler's nuclear team, as well as ballistic missile manufacturing facilities. Iran is allegedly targeting our population with one-ton bombs, while we are targeting military, nuclear, and ballistic missile sites to prevent them from possessing 20,000 such weapons. If we don't act now, it will be too late. We're protecting ourselves, our Arab neighbors, and the world from Iran's ballistic missiles that can reach Europe and soon the United States. This regime has caused death to Americans, and we don't want them to have nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them. Today it's Tel Aviv, tomorrow it's New York. We're doing something in the service of mankind, a battle of good against evil. America stands with the good, and I appreciate President Trump's support.

According to a report by the US Department of State, Iran provides significant financial support to Palestinian terrorist groups, including Hamas. The speaker highlights the relationship between Iran, Israel, and these terrorist organizations. They mention that Iran supplies weapons to Palestine, while the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) supports Iran and Syria. The speaker questions why Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, failed to detect Hamas' preparations, such as amassing missiles and digging tunnels. They suggest that Iran and the CCP are supporting Hamas, while Israel also supplies technology to the CCP. The speaker warns that the CCP poses a significant threat to Israel.

The United States has begun major combat operations in Iran with the objective of defending the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime. The regime is described as a vicious group whose menacing activities endanger the United States, its troops, bases overseas, and allies worldwide. The speech cites decades of hostile actions, including back­ing a violent takeover of the US embassy in Tehran (the 444-day hostage crisis), the 1983 Marine Barracks bombing in Beirut (241 American fatalities), involvement in the USS Cole attack (2000), and killings and maimings of American service members in Iraq. Iranian proxies are described as having launched countless attacks against American forces in the Middle East and against US vessels and shipping lanes in recent years. From Lebanon to Yemen and Syria to Iraq, the regime is said to have armed, trained, and funded terrorist militias that have caused extensive bloodshed. Iran’s proxy Hamas is credited with the October 7 attacks on Israel, which reportedly slaughtered more than 1,000 people, including 46 Americans, and took 12 Americans hostage. The regime is also described as having killed tens of thousands of its own citizens during protests, labeling it as the world’s number one state sponsor of terror. A central policy stated is that Iran “can never have a nuclear weapon.” The administration asserts that in Operation Midnight Hammer last June, the regime’s nuclear program at Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan was obliterated. After that attack, the regime was warned never to resume its pursuit of nuclear weapons, and repeated attempts to negotiate a deal are described as unsuccessful. Iran is said to have rejected renouncing its nuclear ambitions for decades and to have tried to rebuild its program while developing long-range missiles capable of threatening Europe, US troops overseas, and potentially the American homeland. The United States military is undertaking a massive ongoing operation to prevent this regime from threatening U.S. interests. The plan includes destroying Iran’s missiles and raising its missile industry to the ground, annihilating the regime’s navy, and ensuring that terrorist proxies can no longer destabilize the region or attack American forces or use IEDs against civilians. The speaker asserts that Iran will not obtain a nuclear weapon and asserts the capabilities and power of the U.S. Armed Forces. Steps to minimize risk to U.S. personnel are claimed, but the reality that lives of American service members may be lost is acknowledged as a possible outcome of the operation. The message to the IRGC and Iranian police is to lay down weapons with immunity or face certain death. To the Iranian people, the timing is described as their moment to take control of their destiny with America’s support, urging sheltering and caution as bombs are dropped. The speech ends with blessings for the armed forces and the United States.

The speaker argues that pushing for war with Iran is a dangerous delusion. They claim: “That’s all you gotta do is just push a button, give an order, and bam. Iran will be blown up.” They challenge the audience to understand how combat power works and to see that many war advocates are “singing from the same sheet of music.” The speaker names several individuals as examples of this chorus: Rebecca Hendrix, Victoria Coates, Rebecca Grant, Mike Pompeo, General Jack Keane, and Senator Lindsey Graham, indicating that all of these figures promote a similar line of thinking about provoking a war with Iran. The central claim is that these hawkish voices believe one can “do this massive armada” and that Iran cannot respond effectively. The speaker insists that such views are incorrect, stating that Iran can and would “make life incredibly difficult and kill many Israelis.” They note the explicit claims by Iran that they would attack and kill targets and people in Israel, and attack Americans and kill Americans through bases throughout the region. The speaker emphasizes that if the advocacy for war succeeds in provoking Iran, “you’re gonna get a lot of Israelis killed and a lot of Americans killed.” The speaker also acknowledges uncertainty about Iran’s precise calculations, noting that Iran’s claims about what they would do may be posturing or may reflect a real intent to respond, but that the speaker cannot predict which. They argue that Iran may choose not to act if it believes retaliation would be excessive or counterproductive, but if Iran does move as it has said it would, the consequences would be severe for Israelis and Americans. In summary, the speaker condemns the assumption that a war with Iran can be conducted unilaterally or without severe retaliatory consequences, warning that the consequences could include significant loss of life among Israelis and Americans if Iran follows through on its stated intentions. The dialogue frames the issue as a critique of a pervasive pro-war chorus and underscores the potential human cost of such policy.

In Jerusalem, the speaker expresses gratitude to APAC: “Thank you APAC. Thank you for standing with Israel. Thank you for standing with the American Israeli alliance. And thank you for standing up for the truth.” He acknowledges the difficult environment, noting a “tsunami of lies, vilifications vituperations” reminiscent of the worst anti-Semitic attacks in history, and says Jewish communities, including the American Jewish community and others, have suffered slurs and murderous attacks—“so did we in Israel.” Regarding October 7, he states that the attack was “meant to destroy us, to wipe Israel off the map.” He identifies the Iran Axis as the aggressor, saying Iran’s proxies sought to annihilate the Jewish people and that Iran sought to annihilate the Jewish state. Over the past two years since October 7, he asserts that they have rolled back that threat, fighting a seven-front war against the axis of evil. With the courage of Israeli soldiers and with American help, he says they battered Hamas, hammered Hezbollah, helped bring down the murderous Assad regime, struck the Houthis, attacked pro-Iranian militias, and also attacked Iran itself. He credits American assistance for rolling back Iran’s nuclear bomb program and its ballistic missile threat, noting that the axis has been greatly weakened but is still there, “slicking its wounds.” He praises President Donald J. Trump for efforts to ensure that those threats against both countries do not reappear, stating, “We have never had a greater friend in the White House than President Donald J. Trump.” He emphasizes his value of support from Americans “from both sides of the aisle,” while acknowledging it has been difficult for some, and respecting their courage and honesty in standing up against colleagues who sometimes bow their head to anti-Semitism. In closing, he salutes those who stand against anti-Semitism and stands with APAC in acknowledging the ongoing alliance and shared truths between the United States and Israel.

The speaker states unwavering support for Israel and its right to protect its sovereignty, referencing a visit to Israel during the war, including a kibbutz and the site of a music festival. The speaker claims devastation and true genocide began at the kibbutz on October 7th. The speaker accuses the Obama and Biden administrations of pandering to Iran by approving significant financial packages, which allegedly enabled Iran to build an arsenal and create seven proxies threatening the Middle East. The speaker suggests that Iran's actions threaten Israel, a small country of 9,000,000 people. The speaker concludes there will never be a two-state solution because one side will try to decimate the other.

We seem to be heading to war with Iran, with little pushback from Republicans. War with Iran could mean Armageddon, with no appreciation for the implications for the US, Europe, and the Middle East. Twenty percent of the world's oil passes through the Straits of Hormuz, and Iran has missiles that can reach 1,200 miles with precision. If we bomb Iran, our bases in Iraq and Syria will be targeted. Hezbollah has a large operation in Mexico, and their agents could cause trouble here at home. If we attack Iran, Russia will not sit by quietly. Sanctions haven't stopped Iran's military development. Our military is at a weak point. If the US enters this conflict, it will be difficult for Russia and Turkey not to also come into this fight against us.

Iran is the main force behind various groups like the Houthis, Hezbollah, and Hamas. They pose a threat not only to us but also to the Middle East and the world. We must stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons to prevent them from conquering the region, collapsing regimes, and threatening global security. As the Prime Minister of Israel, I am committed to doing everything possible to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Speaker 0 contends that there is a Western misperception about Iran. He recounts a Tuesday conference call with a retired US General who argued that Iran must be taken out because “it’s killed thousands of Americans.” He says he did research and presents these figures: since 1979, the Iranian government “is not identified as having killed one American. The Iranian government.” By contrast, Iranian proxies such as Hamas and Hezbollah have killed civilians, with the total “less than a 100.” US soldiers killed by proxies in Iraq, in particular, are “a thousand, less than a thousand.” He sums the total fatalities attributed to Iranian terrorism against Americans at “less than 2,000 actual fatale American fatalities.” From the Iranian perspective, he asserts, the United States is responsible for a larger tally: he states the US went to Saddam Hussein and offered to provide “all those precursor chemicals you need to make mustard gas,” which Saddam used to kill “at least 500,000 Iranians.” He invites a comparison of casualties, arguing that in terms of who has killed more, “it is The United States that’s got the most blood on its hands, not Iran,” and challenges others to “Show me the numbers” to support the claim that Iran is a terrorist state. He emphasizes that, regarding attacks on Americans, Iran’s influence has produced actions that have targeted military targets through the groups it supports, rather than directly killing Americans itself. He asserts that the narrative accusing Iran of being a terrorist state persists despite the numbers he cites, and he identifies himself as someone who is “born and raised in Missouri,” urging listeners to “Show me state. Show me the actual numbers,” to substantiate the commonly held view. The speaker underscores that the Iranian government “has not identified” as having killed any American, while proxy groups have caused civilian casualties far below the scale implied by the broader label of “terrorist state.”

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“Off the machinery that feeds money into Iran.” The speaker advocates stopping the flow of money to Iran. “We will no longer have a 100 hostages still in captivity, Israeli and American and otherwise, by Hamas and Iran's Hezbollah mercenary forces.” “We need America to wake up and prioritize Israel and bring home Israelis and make sure we stand by our number one ally in” The speaker urges the United States to prioritize Israel and secure the return of Israelis, reaffirming support for its top ally. The statements call for halting funding to Iran, freeing hostages, and ensuring unwavering US backing for Israel.

Speaker 0 provides a characterization of recent events, alleging that the American people are being lied to by their government about what’s transpiring. He claims Iran has destroyed five radars, specifying two types: AN TPY and AN FPS. He states that one type costs $500,000,000 and the other two each cost a billion dollars. He asserts that these radars were located at the military base at Al Udeid and at the naval base in Bahrain, and that all have been bombed or attacked, with the Bahrain facility essentially destroyed. Speaker 0 emphasizes that these radars were critical for the air defense system because they would provide “the immediate warning that, oh, there’s been a missile launch. It’s going on this trajectory. This is where you need to be prepared to engage it,” and notes that they were tied into a system called THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense). He states there are “like a total of 10 THAAD batteries in the world,” and claims that Iran has destroyed three of those, representing “30% of our total number of THAADs in the world” in the last week. He continues by asserting that Iran has destroyed “about $4,000,000,000 worth of radars, in a week.” He adds that Iran is now regularly hitting Israel despite claims that the United States has “blown up their launchers.” He concludes by stating that authorities “continue to think that we can solve these problems with force instead of diplomacy.”

Iran has achieved unbelievable success in degrading itself from a first-rate power to a second- or third-rate power. It has been throwing its weight around, exporting terrorism not only across the Middle East but to Venezuela, and it’s in cahoots with the Maduro regime. They are exporting terrorism to America and to the American hemisphere, and they want these Hezbollah and Hamas operatives to get their people into the United States. Hamas and Iran’s proxies are a threat not only to us, but to Israel, all of America's allies in the Middle East, and to America itself.

Speaker 0 initiates by linking events in Venezuela and Israel to broader regional dynamics, including Iran, and asks the ambassador for his reaction to the military and law enforcement operation in Venezuela. Speaker 1 responds that his first reaction was to praise the lord and thank president Trump. He explains that many people may not connect the issue to the Middle East, but asserts that Hezbollah is very active in Venezuela. He states there has been a twenty-year partnership between Iran and Venezuela under two previous dictators, describing the ties as deep. He claims Hezbollah operates in 12 different countries throughout South America. He emphasizes that this is not just a threat in the Western Hemisphere but also a threat to the Middle East. He argues that the president’s action against Venezuela addresses narco-terrorism and the deaths of Americans from drugs, and he contends that it will “make life for those of us living in The Middle East much better, much safer” by taking Maduro out. He connects this to Hezbollah’s activity, saying Hezbollah is active in Venezuela and targeting Jewish people all over South America, and that those tentacles can reach into the United States. He concludes that this development is good news for America and for the world.

Speaker 0 argues that “they’re making hundreds of billions of dollars a year more,” and that this funding emboldens them to give their proxies “weapons, money, and the vigor to attack the Jewish state,” which he says is unacceptable in the international community. He sets the stage for a connection between large flows of money and aggressive action by those proxies. Speaker 1 responds by asserting that “the only reason that Hamas attacked Israel, the only reason they’ll able to is because of increased Iranian funding,” and adds that Hamas is funded “in part” by Iran but that Hamas also receives funding from various other sources. He names possible funders such as Iran and Qatar and questions who funds Iran, suggesting multiple sponsors. Speaker 0 presses the point with a direct question, “Who funds Iran?” prompting Speaker 1 to identify Qatar as a potential funder. Speaker 0 repeats and confirms, expressing uncertainty about specifics by saying, “Buffans? Okay. Who from Hamasi? Of course they do. Right?” Speaker 1 continues with uncertainty, noting that “they were transferring a whole lot of money to the Gaza Strip” and references the Gaza funding issue as a major scandal associated with Netanyahu, described as “one of the big scandals that Netanyahu was involved in,” tied to letting that money pass through to the Gaza Strip, though he adds “I don’t know this is supervision.” In the dialogue’s core, Speaker 0 posits a logical implication: “If Iran gets more money, that’s good for Hamas. Right? You agree on that? Come on.” Speaker 1 responds with a cautious “Broadly speaking,” and Speaker 0 presses further, urging Speaker 1 to concede one point, addressing him by name, Steven. Overall, the exchange centers on the linkage between international funding, particularly Iranian and Gulf-state money, to Hamas and its activities, with attention to the claim that large monetary flows empower proxies to threaten Israel, and with references to past allegations about the transfer of funds to Gaza and the political fallout surrounding those funds.

The speaker argues that Iran is no longer the same as in the past, describing it as no longer a regional strong-arm. Israel is portrayed as stronger now than in the past, and the speaker states that they are working against Iran in many ways, with some actions to be revealed at a later stage. The claim is also made that Israel is much stronger, greater than it has been previously. The speaker notes a belief that they would reach to the kingdom and make it to the return of the messiah, but specifies that this will not happen next Thursday. They describe the life of nations as precarious and surrounded with threats, attributing survival and endurance to alliances forged for greater strength. The speaker emphasizes that, from one battle to another, Israel has become stronger than ever through the current operations.

Conflict risks may escalate globally, particularly in the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East. Iran is backing Russia in Ukraine and supporting Hamas and other terrorist organizations in the region. Accountability for these actions will be maintained.

The conversation centers on the nature, aims, and future threat of Islamic militant terrorism and the states believed to support it. The interviewer asks why the United States was hit so savagely and what the terrorists’ objective is. The Prime Minister responds that the attacks are terrorist actions launched by Islamic militants who enjoy support from radical Middle Eastern states. He says militant Islam perverts and distorts one of the world’s great religions and seeks to reverse a thousand years of history in which Islam receded in the West and democracy became dominant. To undo this, he explains, they must strike at the main bastion of Western democracy—the United States—and will likely strike again to crush its will, not merely to damage it. He links this effort to inspiration from Islamic militant teachings and, specifically, from the Islamic Republic of Iran, stating that they view the United States as the “great Satan” and Israel as the “little Satan.” He adds that if Belgium were in the Middle East, it would also be a “little Satan,” underscoring the pattern of targeting the United States. The Prime Minister emphasizes that the United States’ awakening is a wake-up call from hell, noting that these groups are continually improving their technical capabilities and that radical regimes–notably Iran and Iraq–are developing weapons of mass destruction. He warns that the next attack could involve millions dying, should Islamic militants acquire nuclear weapons, and asserts that if action is not taken to dismantle the terror network and the terrorist states behind it, the future of freedom and democracy is in doubt. He argues that the United States has the power today to crush them and must demonstrate the will to do so. In responding to a question from five years earlier about the potential for a nuclear or Armageddon-like attack, the Prime Minister asserts that terrorists already used a 350-ton conventional bomb and that this network operates through states and territories. He argues that no group acts without states, and that the terrorists require places to be launched from and coordinated. He identifies a network including Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, certain Arab states, and Arafat’s Palestinian domain, describing Arafat’s camps in Gaza where Hamas and Islamic Jihad allegedly train children to become suicide bombers, preparing “the kamikaze pilots” of today and tomorrow. He contends that the network has the capacity to develop atomic weapons and already possesses ballistic missiles and chemical/biological capabilities, bringing the history of conflict into a new era driven by Islamic militancy allied with Arab terrorist groups seeking to destroy the West. The Prime Minister concludes that terrorism is an indivisible evil and that success by terrorists in one region emboldens others, requiring a unified, determined response—akin to historical coalitions against piracy or Nazism. He endorses President Bush’s call for a global war of democracies against terrorism, asserting that this is necessary for the future of civilization. The interviewer closes by thanking the Prime Minister.