497. Is Trump Plotting Regime Change in Iran? (Question Time)
Summary
Rory and Alistair explore the complex dynamics of US-Iran relations, questioning whether Trump's military posturing is a deterrent or a risk for conflict, and discussing the wider implications for nuclear proliferation and regional stability. They also dissect Hungary's contentious election, highlighting Viktor Orbán's nationalist tactics and the rise of a new conservative network. Finally, the discussion touches on the UK's Gorton and Denton by-election, examining Labour's vulnerabilities and the broader political landscape.Episode description
Is Trump deliberately wielding chaos as a negotiating tactic with Iran? When did it become acceptable for world leaders to openly interfere in each other's elections, as seen with Orbán's international campaign support? How vulnerable is Starmer's position heading into the Gorton and Denton by-election?
Join Rory and Alastair as they discuss all these questions and more.
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