Israel Invades Gaza, Trump Bombs Yemen & Threatens Iran Is Next

Israel Invades Gaza, Trump Bombs Yemen & Threatens Iran Is Next

Two nights ago, Israel shattered the ceasefire with Palestine, killing more than 400 people in Gaza, with more bombings that today were followed with a new ground invasion. Donald Trump bombed Yemen and is threatening war with Iran, a formidable and large country with a very strong military. Is a regional war coming?


Brian is joined by Professor Mohammad Marandi, an expert on American studies who teaches at the University of Tehran.


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