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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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Host Adam Lucente speaks to Al-Monitor’s chief business correspondent, Jack Dutton, and Gulf newsletter author Francesco Schiavi about how the Gulf views Iran and the US declaring the Strait of Hormuz open. Listen as they cover why Saudi Arabia, Qata... more

Al-Monitor’s Rina Bassist joins host Adam Lucente to discuss the Israeli reaction to US President Donald Trump declaring a ceasefire in Lebanon, including the domestic political backlash over the announcement. The podcast also features Al-Monitor’s B... more

Host Adam Lucente speaks with Al-Monitor journalists in the region and in Washington about the announcement of upcoming Israel-Lebanon talks and the ceasefire deal with Iran. They discuss how the US, Israel, and Iran assess their performance in the w... more

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Al-Monitor’s senior market research analyst, Samuel Wendel, joins host Adam Lucente to discuss alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian restrictions in the waterway. The discussion covers the feasibility of pipeline and overland routes, the ... more

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Jared Szuba
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Episode: What are Trump’s ground operations options in Iran as warships amass?
Joyce Karam
Editor-in-chief of AL-Monitor
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Episode: What’s next for the war as Iran responds to the US proposal?
Ben Caspit
ALMonitor's Israel Pulse columnist
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Episode: Is Israel achieving its goals in Iran and Lebanon?
Randa Slim
Middle East Program Director, The Stimson Center
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Episode: Syria slams Iran, edges toward Gulf and US as war rages
Charles Lister
Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute; leading Syria expert
Middle East Institute
Episode: Syria slams Iran, edges toward Gulf and US as war rages
Beatriz Farhat
Beirut correspondent for Al-Monitor
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Episode: Middle East at war: Regional observations on Iran, Israel, Turkey and beyond
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?
Ahmed Al-Sharah
President of Syria
Episode: Syria’s Sharaa in Saudi Arabia for FII Conference: implications for investment, economic modernization

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Adam Lucente
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What’s next for the war as Iran responds to the US proposal?
Q: Where do the talks stand after all that has been mentioned?
Joyce explains that proposing talks is a positive diplomatic signal but a real breakthrough is unlikely in the near term; negotiations are distant due to gaps on core demands, especially Iran's concerns and Gulf states' security assurances.
What are Trump’s ground operations options in Iran as warships amass?
Q: What do we know about the damage inflicted on Iran in this conflict and how close is the US to achieving its strategic objectives according to the officials talked about?
The guest outlines that official numbers claim losses on Iran's conventional forces and some destruction of their military assets, but emphasizes that the unresolved question is how far those actions bring the US closer to its strategic goal of ending Iran's nuclear capabilities; destruction of Iran's conventional forces alone may not guarantee nuclear program constraints, and the path forward remains unclear, especially regarding potential ground operations tied to securing nuclear material.
What are Trump’s ground operations options in Iran as warships amass?
Q: Yeah, Jared, there's been a lot of moving parts. It's good to finally sit down with you and talk about all these developments. I first wanted to go over, what are you hearing on the options on the table in terms of a troop buildup and a possible ground operation against Iran?
The guest explains that while there is no absolute new plan this week, the buildup is ongoing with the 31st MEU arriving alongside the 82nd Airborne and SOF elements, and the options depend on what capabilities these forces bring—ranging from coastal assaults and airstrip seizures to targeting bunkers and underground sites; the assessment notes the lack of intent for a full-scale invasion, but acknowledges the potential for targeted ground operations depending on the White House's chosen approach.
Iranians flee into Turkey as war, protest crackdown take toll: Dispatch from the border
Q: How do Turkish officials view the possibility of an offensive by Iranian Kurdish groups from Iraq?
She explained that Erdogan and Fidan issued tough warnings, Ankara is watching closely, but many in Turkey remain unfazed about the feasibility of such plans, fearing it could escalate into a wider regional conflict.
Iranians flee into Turkey as war, protest crackdown take toll: Dispatch from the border
Q: What were some of your observations from the border?
Ezgi described a busier crossing at Kapıköy, with international observers present, and noted Iranians visiting for respite and to use internet access amid a communication blackout, while some were returning to Iran to check on loved ones. She also highlighted the lasting impact of the crackdown back home on the atmosphere at the border.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The AL-Monitor Brief

What is The AL-Monitor Brief about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on the politics and security dynamics of the Middle East, with episodes examining regional conflicts, diplomacy, energy markets, and international diplomacy involving major powers. A typical discussion features on-the-ground reporting from correspondents and expert analysis from think-tank researchers and policy specialists, offering layered perspectives on Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, the Gulf states, and U.S. involvement. A standout trait is the blend of frontline reportage with strategic context, enabling listeners to grasp both immediate developments and longer-term geopolitical trajectories. The format often includes host-led conversations with high-profile guests who specialize in regional security, dip... more

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