Strait Talk

There is near-total opposition within the US intelligence over the war on Iran, as many disagree with the Trump administration, says former US diplomat, reacting to the resignation of Joe Kent, top official in the US Counterterrorism. See the full episode: youtu.be/wUnDhhJpzHA

Even if Washington believes it has achieved its objectives in the war on Iran, the conflict may not end quickly as Iran is unlikely to back down, says IAI Middle East Programme Head Maria Luisa Fantappie to Strait Talk. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=Bju3xv…

President Trump has single handedly united all Iranians more than any other Iranian leader could have ever accomplished. That’s according to Foad Izadi a professor at the University of Tehran. Watch here for more: youtu.be/v-8FFktnBdM

If Iran were no longer seen as Israel’s main existential danger, another rival could be framed in a similar way, says Israeli journalist Gideon Levi. Recent remarks portraying Türkiye as a rival reflect this pattern. Full episode: youtu.be/_apAjZ4uiTo

If the US becomes bogged down in Iran, Russia and China may step in with greater military support for Tehran — potentially turning the conflict into a broader geopolitical struggle, says Mario Nawfal. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=pZD3LR…

NATO air defences shot down a second Iranian missile near Turkish airspace, raising tensions between Ankara and Tehran. Targeting Türkiye would be a 'big mistake', as it would mean confronting a NATO member says Murat Yesiltas during TRT World’s live coverage of the war on Iran.

Drone strike reported at Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Airport. Barin Kayaoglu says early indications suggest it may have come from the Iranian side as Tehran insists it doesn't target neighbouring countries. Watch TRT World live coverage of the war on Iran: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

NATO air defences intercepted a ballistic missile heading towards Türkiye. @ragipsoylu says the incident came as a surprise, speaking to Yusuf Erim during TRT World’s rolling coverage of the war on Iran. Watch our live coverage for more updates: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Hamzah Rifaat explains why capitals like Riyadh, Abu Dhabi & Doha are exercising caution while balancing relations with Iran, speaking to Yusuf Erim, host of Strait Talk, during TRT World’s coverage of the war on Iran. Watch TRT World live coverage: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Sean Michael Cox says Netanyahu has Trump’s ear but warns political pressure and public opinion could shift the equation in the coming weeks, speaking to Yusuf Erim during TRT World’s rolling coverage of the war on Iran. Watch TRT World live coverage: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Sean Michael Cox, Senior Adviser at GPI, says it’s unclear whether Washington even has a defined long-term objective in Iran, speaking to Yusuf Erim during TRT World’s rolling coverage of the war on Iran. Watch TRT World live coverage for more updates: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

What is driving Trump’s strategy as tensions with Iran escalate? Ahead of today’s attacks, former US ambassador Matthew Bryza said the US military build-up was meant to pressure Tehran, but it may have the opposite effect. Watch more: youtube.com/watch?v=pVVaeW…

Israel’s former prime minister says Türkiye is the “the new Iran.” Could this be a real shift in policy towards Ankara or is it just pre-election blustering by Israel? Tune in at 1830 GMT on TRT World: trt.world/ytlive

US-led peace talks have stalled as the war in Ukraine passes the four-year mark. Can diplomacy see more traction in 2026, and what role can Ankara play?  Tune in at 1830 GMT on TRT World: trt.world/ytlive

Would Türkiye support Ethiopia's push to gain sea access? Mehmet Ozkan says Türkiye supports a negotiated solution between Ethiopia & Somalia, while ensuring maritime access doesn't trigger wider security tensions in the Horn of Africa. Watch more: youtu.be/9pkm0qowyP4

President Erdogan makes his first visit to Ethiopia in over a decade, signing a series of agreements. Is Türkiye once again stepping into the role of regional powerbroker? Tune in at 1830 GMT on TRT World: trt.world/ytlive

What would Saudi investment mean for Türkiye’s Kaan fighter jet? Mehmet Demiroglu, TAI General Manager, says Kaan is built with local content & Saudi participation could boost sustainability while attracting other partner nations. Watch more here: youtu.be/dlOayeH92H4

As countries rethink their security needs many are moving away from traditional suppliers & looking at relationships that offer joint production & technology transfer. At the WDS 2026 that shift is on full display at Turkish companies. Watch more here: youtube.com/watch?v=dlOaye…

At this year's World Defense Show middle powers are no longer just buying hardware they're looking for partners. Türkiye & Saudi Arabia are at the centre of that shift, exploring joint production & technology sharing. Tune in at 1830 GMT on TRT World: trt.world/ytlive

Does the Middle East need its own local security architecture? Abdulaziz Sager, GRC Founder & Chairman, says there's a desire to fill a vacuum left by the US, with Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan & Egypt potentially working together. Watch more here: youtu.be/byYrp2eBEX4?si…