Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees? Thousands are being forced to go back to Afghanistan as Tehran tightens controls on immigration. But what's really behind this crackdown? And can Taliban government handle this sudden influx of returnees?

In this episode: 
Arafat Jamal, Afghanistan Representative, United Nations Refugee Agency.
Orzala Nemat, Director, Development Research Group. 
Hassan Ahmadian, Professor, West Asian Studies, University of Tehran.

Host: James Bays

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Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees? Thousands are being forced to go back to Afghanistan as Tehran tightens controls on immigration. But what's really behind this crackdown? And can Taliban government handle this sudden influx of returnees?
In this episode: 
<ul>
<li>Arafat Jamal, Afghanistan Representative, United Nations Refugee Agency.</li>
<li>Orzala Nemat, Director, Development Research Group.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hassan Ahmadian, Professor, West Asian Studies, University of Tehran.</li>
</ul>
Host: James Bays
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Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees?

The Iran war has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency. It's been politically unpopular in the US too ahead of crucial mid-term elections in November. So, even after it ends, could this war have long-lasting implications?  

In this episode: 
Foad Izadi, Associate Professor, University of Tehran. 
Christopher Hill, Former US diplomat. 
Abdullah Al Shayji, Professor, Political Science, Kuwait University. 

Host: James Bays

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The Iran war has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency.&nbsp;It's been politically unpopular in the US too ahead of crucial mid-term elections in November. So, even after it ends, could this war have long-lasting implications?&nbsp;&nbsp;
In this episode:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Foad Izadi, Associate Professor, University of Tehran.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Christopher Hill, Former US diplomat.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Abdullah Al Shayji, Professor, Political Science, Kuwait University.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Host: James Bays
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What could be the lasting legacy of the US-Israeli war on Iran? 

The US and India are seeking to mend ties after a year of diplomatic see-saw...tariffs imposed then quickly scrapped because of the war in Iran. 

It's one example of how international relations and conflict have become more complex and interlinked in recent years. 

So, is pragmatism replacing ideology in today's diplomatic world? 

In this episode: 
Brahma Chellaney - Professor Emeritus of Strategic Studies at the Centre for Policy Research. 
Chris Weafer - Chief Executive Officer at Macro-Advisory strategic consultancy. 
Shaun Rein - Founder and Managing Director of the China Market Research Group. 

Host: Scott McLean 

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The US and India are seeking to mend ties after a year of diplomatic see-saw...tariffs imposed then quickly scrapped because of the war in Iran.&nbsp;
It's one example of how international relations and conflict have become more complex and interlinked&nbsp;in recent years.&nbsp;
So, is pragmatism replacing ideology in today's diplomatic world?&nbsp;
In this episode:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Brahma Chellaney - Professor Emeritus of Strategic Studies at the Centre for Policy Research.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Chris Weafer - Chief Executive Officer at Macro-Advisory strategic consultancy.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Shaun Rein - Founder and Managing Director of the China Market Research Group.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Host: Scott McLean&nbsp;
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Is pragmatism replacing ideology in today's diplomatic world? 

Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links to Hezbollah. It comes while Washington brokers more talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials. So, why these sanctions now?

In this episode: 
David Wood, Senior Lebanon Analyst at the International Crisis Group
Randa Slim, Middle East Program Director at the U.S.-based Stimson Center 
Elijah Magnier, Specialist in Middle East wars and regional military dynamics 

Host: Scott McLean 

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Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links to Hezbollah. It comes while Washington brokers more talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials. So, why these sanctions now?
In this episode:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>David Wood, Senior Lebanon Analyst at the International Crisis Group</li>
<li>Randa Slim, Middle East Program Director at the U.S.-based Stimson Center&nbsp;</li>
<li>Elijah Magnier, Specialist in Middle East wars and regional military dynamics&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Host: Scott McLean&nbsp;
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Why has Iran stepped up its deportation of Afghan refugees?

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