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Independent reporting on war and politics in the U.S. and across the world, delivered by Jeremy Scahill, Ryan Grim, and the Drop Site team. www.dropsitenews.com

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Recent Guests

Hassan Ahmadian
Associate Professor of Middle East Studies at Tehran University
Tehran University
Episode: Diplomacy or Escalation? The Iran War at a Crossroads
Rami Khouri
Distinguished public policy fellow at the American University in Beirut and at the Arab Center in Washington
American University in Beirut; Arab Center Washington
Episode: Iran, Lebanon and the U.S.-Israeli “Ceasefire” Matrix
Abubaker Abed
Guest contributing analysis from Gaza, journalist
Drop Site News
Episode: The U.S.-Iran Ceasefire, Lebanon in the Crosshairs, and the Assassination of Journalists in Gaza
Sina Azodi
Assistant Professor of Middle East Politics at the Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: Iran, Lebanon, and the Destruction of Civilian Life
Lylla Younes
Investigative journalist based in Beirut
Drop Site News
Episode: Iran, Lebanon, and the Destruction of Civilian Life
Trita Parsi
Iranian analyst at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: Iran War Enters New Phase
Alexis Daloumis
Journalist reporting from the Kurdish region in Iraq
Drop Site News
Episode: Iran War Enters New Phase
Sharif Abdel Kouddous
Journalist and Drop Site contributor
Drop Site News
Episode: Iran War Enters New Phase
Foad Izadi
Professor at the University of Tehran
University of Tehran
Episode: The Iran War Rages On: Israeli Assassination Strikes, Steve Witkoff's Texts, and the Mounting Storm in the Strait of Hormuz

Hosts

Ryan Grim
Co-host of Drop Site News Livestream; long-time political journalist and editor.
Jeremy Scahill
Lead host and investigative journalist with a long-running focus on U.S. foreign policy and security issues.
Murtaza Hussain
Journalist and commentator with ties to international reporting and policy analysis.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Straightforward, honest journalism!

    I trust the information on current issues. Actually, Drop Site reports on what is not being said on other sources. Thanks.

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    KEPicturewoman
    United States2 months ago
  • GOATS of reporting

    Keeping us in the know, without the fluff. Thank y’all for what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    groovedubber
    United States2 months ago
  • Accurate background details that you simply won't get elsewhere!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RuminatingStoic
    2 months ago
  • The Goat

    Great reporting from around the globe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Connor_McKeon
    United States4 months ago
  • Gratitude

    Outstanding Journalism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crackbank
    Switzerland4 months ago

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The Trump-Iran Standoff: A Return to War or Negotiations?
Q: What is the central leverage Iran has in potential negotiations?
Iran's leverage centers on the Strait of Hormuz and its asymmetric power; sanctions relief and verification mechanisms (IAEA oversight) are negotiable, but irreversible concessions like giving up highly enriched uranium are not. The discussion also notes Iran's willingness to explore alternative security arrangements with partners like Russia and China.
Iran, Lebanon and the U.S.-Israeli “Ceasefire” Matrix
Q: Give us your overarching breakdown of what we're looking at today, Rami.
Rami Khouri explains that the talks are part of a long-standing pattern of external mediation that often serves strategic interests rather than delivering a fair, durable settlement; he highlights the internal Lebanese political fragmentation, the influence of Israel and the United States, and the need for a framework that recognizes Lebanon's sovereignty and regional rights before any disarmament or normalization can be credible.
State of the Union: War with Iran Edges Closer
Q: What did your sources reveal about the Iranian government's stance on negotiations?
Iranian officials indicated they are demonstrating a high level of flexibility regarding the nuclear issue, willing to negotiate terms previously not envisioned, to avert war with the U.S.
Iran in the Crosshairs: Former Senior U.S. Iran Negotiator Robert Malley on Trump’s Threats to Bomb
Q: Can you explain what is actually at the core of the nuclear issue?
The core issue centers around Iran's enrichment capabilities, the lack of an active military program as confirmed by US intelligence, and the use of enrichment as a bargaining chip amidst tensions and sanctions.
Iran in the Crosshairs: Former Senior U.S. Iran Negotiator Robert Malley on Trump’s Threats to Bomb
Q: Rob, can you talk about the way that Iran has responded over the past two-plus years when it has been attacked?
The Iranians have shown a strategic approach, calibrating their strikes to avoid large casualties of Israeli civilians or American personnel while still maintaining a robust response.

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