Episode Description
War correspondent and writer Hollie McKay joins us to provide unique insight and perspective, to this rapidly developing story in the Middle East. We highlight the latest news, hear from multiple points-of-view and tackle tough-to-report on stories like the Iranian reports of a bombing of a girl's school.
00:00 Breaking News Overview
01:08 Meet War Correspondent Holly
02:38 Austin Shooting Fallout
04:29 Pentagon Briefing Details
07:08 Holly Reacts to Objectives
10:11 Why Iran Matters Globally
13:42 Ayatollah Death Stakes
16:24 Why Now Timeline Questions
20:17 Force Posture and Go Order
22:15 Operation Epic Fury Breakdown
27:44 Nuclear Talks and Terror Links
31:19 Iran Foreign Minister Responds
33:09 School Strike Claims Context
36:09 Human Shields and Media Limits
37:34 Interview Challenge on Protests
38:08 Protests Turn Violent
39:00 Blame Game and Infiltration Claims
40:36 Obama Deal and Media Voices
42:00 Ben Rhodes on War Risks
44:21 Legality and Reinforcements
45:30 Reza Pahlavi and Succession
50:59 Inside Iran Public Mood
53:39 Traveling Iran as Journalist
57:45 Spy Plane Story
01:00:35 Regional Spillover and Allies
01:04:46 Worth It and Final Message
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