Starmer Brexits
Summary
Tommy Vietor and Ben Rhodes analyze the U.S.-Iran ceasefire memorandum, criticizing it as a diplomatic failure that grants Iran sanctions relief without nuclear concessions. They discuss ongoing tensions in Lebanon, where Israel refuses to withdraw, and UK politics, noting Keir Starmer’s resignation and Andy Burnham’s likely succession. The episode concludes with an interview with journalist Rana Ayub on India’s anti-corruption movement and Modi’s foreign policy.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and Intro: Z-Biotics, Made In, Just Food for Dogs
CrookedCon Recap and Pod Save America Promo
US-Iran Ceasefire Deal: Terms, Hypocrisy, and JCPOA Comparisons
Peace Talks in Switzerland: J.D. Vance and Strait of Hormuz
Lebanon Conflict: Netanyahu's Political Incentives and US Pressure
UK Politics: Keir Starmer Resigns After By-Election Loss
Israel-Somaliland Relations and Houthi Threats
Colombia Election: Right-Wing Victory and Regional Trends
World Cup Highlights: Cabo Verde, Fans, and Soft Power
Sponsors: BILT and Just Food for Dogs
India: Cockroach Janata Party and Modi's Foreign Policy
Outro, Credits, and Final Sponsor Read
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