Iran’s Succession Woes, ICC Angers Israel, South Africa’s Election, and More

23/05/2024 28 min
Iran’s Succession Woes, ICC Angers Israel, South Africa’s Election, and More

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Episode Synopsis

Iran’s regime carefully vets candidates for new presidential elections after the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash; Israeli leadership reacts to the International Criminal Court (ICC) request for warrants to arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant; South Africa prepares for a general election that could contest the ruling African National Congress’ long-standing majority; and Taiwan inaugurates Lai Ching-te as the new president, aggravating China.
 
Mentioned on the Podcast
 
Elbridge Colby, “America Must Face Reality and Prioritize China Over Europe,” Financial Times
 
Virtual Media Briefing: Iran After Raisi and New ICC Charges, Council on Foreign Relations
 
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