In this in-depth interview, Laith Marouf joins Moeed Pirzada to analyze the rapidly evolving conflicts across the Middle East. The discussion covers the Iran-Israel confrontation, Hezbollah’s battlefield strategy, and the changing nature of modern warfare—from drones to underground resistance networks.
It also explores broader political questions, including the role of Western powers, the future of GCC states, and whether the region is moving beyond the two-state solution toward a fundamentally new political order.
Can the US really end its decades-long conflict with Iran?
Dr. Moeed Pirzada sits down with Dr. Trita Parsi to break down Trump’s peace strategy, Washington’s internal power struggle, and how Israel’s historical role continues to shape US-Iran relations. Peace deal or more pressure—what comes next?
With the Strait of Hormuz largely shut, global oil prices have surged, shaking markets worldwide. Meanwhile, a proposal from former Iranian diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif hints at possible negotiations, though fighting continues and uncertainty dominates the region.
Starting April 1 for three to six months, the measures include deferred government fees, streamlined residency permits, and liquidity support for banks.
As US troop levels in the Middle East rise to nearly 50,000, reports indicate the Pentagon is exploring potential raids on the strategic island and nearby coastal areas.