#909: Week in Review: A Tale of Three Elections

[04:57]
Iran’s New President Is Less Important Than He Seems
Masoud Pezeshkian has replaced Ebrahiam Raisi as Iran’s president. The media are hailing him as a moderate and fresh start for Iran—when really he’s more of the same.
The King of the South

[18:18]
Will Joe Biden Be Bushed Out?
The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed three top White House aides to find out who is running America. It is obviously not Joe Biden, so more Democrats are calling for him to drop out as their presidential candidate.
“Why the Trumpet Watches America’s Retreat From Global Leadership”

[31:19]
Far Left Wins French Elections
France is still struggling with instability after its recent election and a looming economic crisis. Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of the New Popular Front alliance, is pushing to become France's next prime minister, but his radical policies don't make him a good choice for President Emmanuel Macron. For the time being, Macron could look to Germany for help.
“French Elections: A Crisis and an Opportunity for Germany”
“France's Deadly Ignorance About Germany”

[47:21]
Asia Stands With Putin
Russia carried out its biggest missile attack in months on Ukraine, targeting a children’s hospital and killing dozens of civilians. Despite this, at a recent meeting, India’s prime minister Narendra Modi gave Russian President Vladimir Putin a big hug, and NATO called China a “decisive enabler” to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
“Asia Stands With Putin”
“Asia Still Stands With Putin”
Russia and China in Prophecy