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Iran: The Latest

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Iran
United States
Strait Of Hormuz
China
Russia
Israel
Donald Trump
Ukraine
NATO
Lebanon
Houthis
Iran War
Myanmar
Hezbollah
Global Health Security
National Security
Yemen
Saudi Arabia
Greenland
Syria

Iran: The Latest is The Telegraph’s defence, security and foreign affairs news podcast providing deep-dive analysis on the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel and Iran.

Veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you the latest updates from The Telegraph’s award-winning journalists, plus exclusive interviews with world-class experts in military strategy, internatio... more

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The Houthi offensive in Yemen is reaching a critical tipping point as the Iran-backed militants encircle the strategic city of Taiz, threatening to tip the war in their favour.

On today’s episode of Iran: the Latest, Roland Oliphant speaks with Lie... more

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the US-Iran war is throttling global fertiliser supply chains, driving up transport costs, and sparking a looming food price crisis.

On today’s episode of Iran: the Latest, Roland Oliphant talks to Joseph ... more

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A brutal wave of Houthi missiles have struck Saudi Arabia’s main Riyadh airport, killing at least 14 in the deadliest attack on a Gulf nation since the US-Iran war began.

On today’s episode of Iran: The Latest, Venetia Rainey is joined by Riyadh-ba... more

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US military veterans are turning on Donald Trump and the Republican party as the Iran war drives fuel prices past $6 a gallon ahead of the 2026 US midterm elections.

In today’s bonus episode of Iran: the Latest, Venetia Rainey is joined by US report... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Ben Shabbat
Resident of Oasis of Peace, Oasis of Peace participant
Oasis of Peace (Neve Shalom)
Episode: Houthi strikes shut Yemen airport & how October 7 has changed Israel
Sid Kaushal
Dr Sid Kaushal, defence analyst
Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)
Episode: How the Iran war exposed the US Navy’s chronic problems
Kevin Rowlands
Professor Kevin Rowlands, military strategist
Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)
Episode: How the Iran war exposed the US Navy’s chronic problems
Leo Shane
Defense Reporter, Politico
Politico
Episode: Trump uses US border funds for ‘propaganda’ as Republicans turn on Iran war
Connor O'Brien
Senior Defense Correspondent, Politico
Politico
Episode: Trump uses US border funds for ‘propaganda’ as Republicans turn on Iran war
Renad Mansour
Research fellow at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: US deploys third carrier to Iran as Trump admits munitions shortage
Hamidreza Azizi
Senior Iran Analyst at International Crisis Group
International Crisis Group
Episode: Hijack attack on Israel plane & why the US-Iran war is about to restart
Michael Knights
Military historian focusing on the Middle East; head of research at Horizon Engage; adjunct fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Horizon Engage; Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Episode: Trump digs in on Iran blockade & how to defeat Yemen’s ‘evil’ Houthis
Will Bolton
Crime correspondent
The Telegraph
Episode: ‘Bomb plot’ foiled at UK RAF Fairford base housing US Iran bombers

Hosts

Venetia Rainey
Host of Iran The Latest
Roland Oliphant
Host of Iran The Latest

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Informative

    These cats really hit the jackpot on this podcast. Like everyday there’s something nuts that happens. We’re back in a hot war boys! Let’s do this! Yee-haw!

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    Johnny jagoaf
    United States2 months ago
  • Getting progressively more bias

    This started off really well but now is incredibly bias against the USA & Israel. I am not Trump’s greatest fan, but I am fairly sure that balance of power lies in America’s gift.

    Iran’s economy is on the brink of collapse but you’d never understand this from the commentary on this show.

    Most of the guests seem to be pro Iran, now.

    The guy tonight seems to have zero qualifications to speak about this subject, but has a strong hatred towards America.

    The combination of these two entities, mak... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Charlie XXRG
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • They could be journalists-but mostly propaganda

    The telegraph has a lot of resources, and the potential to be a truly great journalistic product. Unfortunately, you only have to listen for about 30 seconds to detect the extreme pro-totalitarian anti-democracy nature of their coverage.

    These are leftists who find little to no fault with the anti-democratic forces of the world, and focus all of their biased propaganda-like reporting on attacking the United States and other democracies.

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    David Sander
    United States2 months ago
  • Great and week

    A well done podcast until they dip into editorial opinion.

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    4
    villans of Rose
    United States2 months ago
  • Ok, different perspectives.

    Generally good but we gotta moderate some of these people. The woman on 19 Aug who gave 10 minutes of disclaimers of how she couldn’t speak for all 90 million Iranians. Just shut up and answer the question. Why tolerate such bloviated responses?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RaylanGivens90210
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Heavy on geopolitical context and security analysis
Some listeners perceive a shift toward editorializing in certain episodes
Can be dense but very insightful for policy and risk professionals
Balanced and informative coverage with strong guest expertise

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Trump digs in on Iran blockade & how to defeat Yemen’s ‘evil’ Houthis
Q: Is there a military solution to Yemen, or is diplomacy the only path?
Knight argues that a military solution exists in the form of a ground force trained and backed by international special forces, but it requires unified regional political will and a willingness to maintain a long-term commitment, which has been missing due to Gulf rivalries.
Trump digs in on Iran blockade & how to defeat Yemen’s ‘evil’ Houthis
Q: What makes the Houthis so formidable as a force?
They are determined and able to recruit from local populations, complemented by a strong Iranian and Hezbollah footprint that provides both high-tech weapons and strategic training, including drones and ballistic missiles, along with effective information operations that fragment opposing forces.
US deploys third carrier to Iran as Trump admits munitions shortage
Q: Is this the US signaling that a return to war is imminent?
The guest suggests yes, interpreting the rapid carrier movements and additional forces as evidence of a persistent, attritional approach that keeps war options open while diplomacy lingers.
Iran-linked network targets Israeli election & the hero pilot who stopped a war
Q: What are the key scenarios for who was behind it, and what are the implications?
The discussion covers three main scenarios: a lone wolf actor, a militant group possibly linked to Iran, or a state actor; they note that each carries different regional and global consequences, from isolated security risks to potential escalations.
Iran-linked network targets Israeli election & the hero pilot who stopped a war
Q: Tal, what about you?
Tal describes how initial reports suggested a routine diversion, but connections emerged showing a serious incident; he outlines the step-by-step realization process as more facts came in and emphasizes careful narrative-building in crisis reporting.

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This program delivers in-depth analysis on security and geopolitics in the Middle East, with a focus on Iran, US policy, allied regional dynamics, and maritime flashpoints. Episodes frequently feature long-form interviews with regional experts and on-the-ground reporting from correspondents, offering practical context on deterrence, sanctions, and strategic chokepoints like Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab. A notable strength is its ability to blend tactical military insight with broader political diplomacy, often centering risk assessment and scenario planning for policymakers, defense teams, and corporate partners evaluating geopolitical exposure. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want rigorous, evidence-based discussion and access to... more

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7. Hamidreza Azizi
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