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Oct 2024
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Israel says it will retaliate against Ir...

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Today on the show, Fareed is joined by Danny Citrinowicz, former head of the Iranian Strategic Branch in the Israeli military intelligence, to discuss Iran’s attack this week and how Israel might strike back.   Then, long-time foreign correspondent Kim Ghattas speaks with Fareed from Beirut. They discuss the impacts of Israel’s military campaign against Hezb ... Show More
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