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Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your assessment of Donald Trump’s statements about NATO expansion and U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Russia and Ukraine? Do you believe the U.S. military-industrial complex benefits in the long term from ongoing conflicts like the war in Ukraine? How do you view the Trump administration’s approach to disarming Hezbollah in Lebanon, and is this strategy...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What were the outcomes of the latest round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine? How should we interpret the recent protests in Ukraine, and what implications do they have for Russia? Does the West, particularly the US and Europe, care about who governs Ukraine after a settlement, and how do their differing approaches affect the situation? What is the significance of...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: You believe NATO is escalating by planning to send 250,000 troops to Ukraine—what is the main reason you feel this way? Do you think the Trump administration or Donald Trump himself was influenced by European or U.S. establishment forces to continue the conflict? Given Germany’s economic decline, why is its government focusing on increasing military spending instead of fix...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your take on Donald Trump’s claim that BRICS is fading and his threat to impose 10% tariffs on member nations? How do current U.S. policies, especially under Trump, affect the global standing and value of the dollar? Can you explain the significance of the Financial Times article showing declining foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries, especially by China? What expla...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: While the U.S. was negotiating with Iran, Israel launched an attack. Donald Trump claimed he knew about it in advance. What was the outcome of that attack, and how has it affected Iran’s trust in negotiations? Given the attack during negotiations, what message does this send to other countries considering diplomatic engagement with the U.S. or Israel? The attack was said t...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your assessment of the Istanbul talks between Ukraine and Russia, and what do each side want? Are the protests in Ukraine primarily about opposition to Zelenskyy, or are they signaling a desire for new leadership? Do you see signs that Germany is beginning to understand the realities of the war in Ukraine, especially in public opinion and media? Is there evidence t...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is happening in Ukraine with the recent protests against corruption, and why are we seeing public dissent now after years of silence during the war? How do you explain the mainstream media coverage of protests in Ukraine by outlets like Bloomberg, Financial Times, and Al Jazeera? Are they trying to build a narrative to remove Zelensky from power? What is the significa...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the main goal of the Russians in the upcoming third round of negotiations in Istanbul? Do you think Ukraine will have a presidential election soon, and could that facilitate negotiations? Is General Zaluzhny a viable candidate to replace Zelensky, and would he be more open to negotiation? How do the Russians view the issue of "denazification" in Ukraine, and can it...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: How do you assess Iran’s behavior following the foreign minister’s interview on Fox News, especially regarding its nuclear program and desire for negotiations with the U.S.? Do you believe the main objective behind Israeli and U.S. actions toward Iran is regime change? Given Israel’s struggles in defending against Houthi attacks, how credible is their threat or plan to lau...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: The U.S. is considering sanctions on Brazil, China, and India to pressure Russia over Ukraine. Senator Lindsey Graham is pushing for 500% tariffs. What’s your take on this strategy? Germany seems tied to Ukraine policy as a way to manage its own internal crises—collapsing economy, energy issues, political division. Is this a sustainable or rational strategy? There are repo...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the main objective behind Iran’s approach to negotiations with the United States? Why has Iran increased uranium enrichment beyond the 5% limit set by the JCPOA, and why is this difficult for the U.S. to understand? Do you think the Iranian foreign minister’s message on Fox News was understandable to the American public, especially those advocating military action...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your take on Matt Gaetz’s criticism of Israel’s treatment of American Christians and Arab Americans, and the broader erosion of Israel’s global goodwill? Given the U.S. ambassador Mike Huckabee’s visit to the West Bank, what do you see as the current situation for Palestinians under Israeli occupation? Are there any recent U.S. presidents besides George H.W. Bush a...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: How do you assess Europe’s move toward snapback sanctions under the JCPOA, and is it acting independently or primarily to serve Israel’s interests? What is your take on Iran’s recent coordination with Russia and China regarding its nuclear program, and how does this shift the geopolitical balance? Given past military cooperation since 2018, what strategic message does the...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: Are Indian policymakers aware of the risks of not acting in their own interests within BRICS? Could BRICS members see closer military collaboration beyond current agreements? How should Iran approach its foreign policy after recent attacks by the U.S. and Israel? What impact will the Zangezur Corridor have on Iran and Russia’s regional strategies? Is the current Iranian ad...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is happening between the Houthis and Israel? Why are the Yemenis so difficult to deal with militarily? How is the situation in Syria being interpreted differently by the US and Israel? Why is Turkey unable to communicate its difficulties in Syria with the US? What are the implications of the recent military pact between the UK and Germany? Amb. Chas Freeman: The Houth...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your perspective on Yemen's capability to impact Israeli ports? How do you assess the potential for international sanctions on Israel? What role do you see Iran playing in regional air defense strategies? How do you interpret the dynamics between the Druze community and Israeli military integration? What are your thoughts on the impact of Western military support f...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: Can you summarize the key points of Dimitri Orlov’s recent article “How Donald Went to War”? What is Orlov’s perspective on Trump’s ability to influence the outcome of the Ukraine conflict? How does Orlov view the MAGA movement and its impact on U.S. foreign policy? What challenges does Orlov identify in revitalizing U.S. industry, especially regarding gender roles and dru...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your assessment of the current geopolitical tensions involving Ukraine and Russia, particularly regarding cross-border military actions? How do you evaluate the technological and military capabilities of Western nations compared to Russia and other global powers? What are the implications of U.S. involvement in Ukraine for global strategic balances and internationa...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the impact of Trump's policies on universities and public opinion regarding Netanyahu's administration? How does the situation in Israel with Netanyahu's leadership affect Jewish populations globally? What is the implication of European countries' military spending on their economies? How does Trump's approach to Ukraine influence American foreign policy? In what w...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the current situation in Syria, and what role are external powers playing? How is the U.S. relationship with Israel impacting regional stability? What is the significance of the British role in the Middle East? How are Iran-Russia-China relations evolving amid geopolitical tensions? What are the implications of Western actions in Ukraine for global stability? Alex...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the significance of Trump’s reported discussions with Zelensky about attacking Moscow? How does Trump’s approach to Ukraine differ from previous administrations? What role do European allies play in escalating the conflict with Russia? What are the implications of secondary sanctions on countries like China and India? How does Azerbaijan factor into the broader geo...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is happening in Syria, particularly in the region of Sweda? What role do Turkey and Qatar play in the current situation in Syria? How does the Druze population in the Golan Heights interact with events in Syria? What does Israel aim to achieve in the region, especially regarding Syria? What is the significance of Netanyahu’s recent visit to the United States? Laith Ma...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your perspective on the recent developments in U.S.-Russia relations following Trump's ultimatum? How do you interpret the internal divisions within MAGA and their implications for Trump's foreign policy? Can you analyze the potential consequences of Germany acquiring long-range missiles for the Ukraine conflict? How might the ongoing conflict in Gaza affect region...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is the current public sentiment in Iran following the Israeli attack, and how has it affected national unity? How did Netanyahu’s visit to the U.S. impact his domestic political position amid growing challenges? What are your thoughts on Trump’s handling of Ukraine aid and its implications for regional stability? Do you think mainstream Western media is successfully c...

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid: What is your assessment of Trump’s ultimatum to Russia and its implications? How do you interpret Germany’s push for long-range Typhoon missiles and its impact on Russia? What are your thoughts on Zelensky's role in the Ukraine conflict and his refusal to negotiate? How do you evaluate reports about Trump urging Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory? What is your v...