Videos
The Counter Revolution: Victor Davis Hanson On The Fall And Rise Of Trump
How did Donald Trump go from political defeat and the aftermath of January 6 to a second term in the White House?
October 19, 2026
Shay Khatiri returns to Secrets of Statecraft to examine the internal dynamics of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the current context of war, protest, and long-term political decay. Reflecting on his experience in the 2009 Green Movement and subsequent exile, Khatiri argues that the regime has evolved into a security state dominated by military interests, while losing both public trust and religious legitimacy. The discussion explores the prospects for regime change, the role of opposition figures, the risks of civil conflict, and the broader geopolitical implications—including Iran’s nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. A detailed and sobering assessment of Iran’s present—and its uncertain future.
Recorded on April 6, 2026.
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Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Cooperation
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