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The AL-Monitor Brief

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AL-Monitor’s twice-weekly podcast on the top stories from the Middle East, featuring our expert correspondents and editors around the region and in Washington.

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Al-Monitor’s chief correspondent, Amberin Zaman, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss the latest events in Syria, where the military has made large advances in the Kurdish-held northeast. They discuss the Trump administration’s evolving priorities tow... more

Host Adam Lucente speaks to Al-Monitor’s correspondents across the Middle East and in Washington about the protests in Iran, covering the options that are on the table for the Trump administration and how the region views the possibility of US strike... more

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The author of the Al-Monitor Gulf newsletter, Francesco Schiavi, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss the latest events in Yemen. They cover the momentum shift in the conflict between the government and the Southern Transitional Council, whether the UA... more

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Host Adam Lucente interviews a number of Al-Monitor journalists on the US removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, as they dive into how the action could affect Hezbollah, Iran, the Gulf and the oil market.

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Danny Makki
al-Monitor contributor currently in Damascus
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Episode: What’s next for Syria's economy, security after Trump repeals Caesar sanctions?
Reena Basist
ALMonitor's Israel Pulse chief
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Episode: As Muslim Brotherhood responds to Trump, what would terror designation mean for Lebanon, Israel and the Middle East?
Elizabeth Hagedorn
State Department correspondent
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Episode: As Muslim Brotherhood responds to Trump, what would terror designation mean for Lebanon, Israel and the Middle East?
Joyce Karam
Senior news editor at AL-Monitor
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Episode: What’s next for Israel and Lebanon after Hezbollah commander killed?
Ahmed Al-Sharah
President of Syria
Episode: Syria’s Sharaa in Saudi Arabia for FII Conference: implications for investment, economic modernization
Barin Kayaoglu
AL-Monitor contributor and analyst
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Episode: Why is Turkey seeking to help Iraq with its water woes?
Francesco Schiavi
Author of the Al-Monitor Gulf newsletter
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Episode: Qatar summit: trouble for US-Gulf security relations, Hamas presence?
Andrew Parasiliti
President of Al-Monitor and expert on the Trump administration's Iran policy
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Episode: Is Iran interested in regional nuclear cooperation as US talks hang in balance?
Sam Wendel
Senior Market Research Analyst
Episode: Did Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE get what they want from Trump Gulf trip?

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Adam Lucente
Host of The AL-Monitor Brief, providing analysis and insights on Middle Eastern affairs.

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South Yemen leader skips Riyadh talks as government advances: Implications for Saudi-UAE rift
Q: Where do the tensions between the UAE and Saudi Arabia stand as of now?
The immediate risk of an open Saudi-UAE confrontation has been reduced, but the political rupture remains and Yemen is where that rupture is most visible.
South Yemen leader skips Riyadh talks as government advances: Implications for Saudi-UAE rift
Q: What is your reaction to all these events? What's the significance?
There has been a rapid and highly consequential escalation in Southern Yemen that has fundamentally changed the political landscape.
Turkey’s year 2025 in review: Progress abroad, challenges at home?
Q: What is the state of domestic Turkish politics at the end of 2025?
The imprisonment of key opposition figures and protests reflect significant political tensions and ongoing challenges to Erdogan's party.
Turkey’s year 2025 in review: Progress abroad, challenges at home?
Q: Is 2025 the year the PKK-Turkey conflict ended within Turkey in your view?
It's a turning point, with historic strides in the peace process, but challenges remain with the Kurdish-led SDF.
Turkey’s year 2025 in review: Progress abroad, challenges at home?
Q: Is Turkey happy with Syria's trajectory till now?
Turkey is cautiously optimistic but has concerns about the Syrian Democratic Forces and Israeli actions in Syria.

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This podcast offers in-depth analysis and discussions surrounding pivotal events and developments in the Middle East. The episodes frequently feature expert correspondents and editors who provide insights into a variety of topics, ranging from the political landscape and security issues in Syria and Lebanon to the geopolitical tensions involving Israel and Iran. A notable aspect of the content is its focus on current events and their implications on regional stability, making it a critical resource for understanding the complexities of Middle Eastern affairs. The podcast also taps into significant economic topics, showcasing the intersection of politics and business in the region, particularly in relation to foreign investments and market d... more

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2. Reena Basist
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5. Ahmed Al-Sharah
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