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Apr 11
1h 18m

EP:42 - Will the Ceasefire Hold?

Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton
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In this episode of Provoked, Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper probe the complexities of the precarious ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. They analyze President Trump's contradictory military rhetoric and internal dissent within his administration. Cautioning against escalating tensions and miscalculations, the hosts emphasize the humanitarian impacts of ong ... Show More
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EP:41 - Trump's Idiotic War Speech
In this episode of Provoked, Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper examine the moral challenges of US military actions in the Middle East and dissect President Trump's April 1 speech, noting his contradictory assertions about military necessity and victory, as well as the potential repe ... Show More
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