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EPISODE · Feb 15, 2026 · 45 MIN

Epstein, Iran, Ukraine & Japan: The Geopolitical Context

from acTVism Podcast | english · host actvism-english

In this interview, host Zain Raza speaks with historian Prof. Peter Kuznick about the deeper geopolitical forces shaping today’s most volatile flashpoints. They begin with the latest revelations surrounding the Epstein files and the broader power networks those disclosures uncover. The conversation then moves to Iran, covering recent unrest, diplomatic negotiations, sanctions, and strategic pressure. Next, they examine Ukraine’s evolving conflict and the push for peace talks amid continued escalation. Finally, they explore Japan’s shifting foreign policy and military posture in the context of rising Asia-Pacific tensions. ABOUT PETER KUZNICK: Peter Kuznick is Professor of History and Director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. He’s the co-author of the book The Untold History of the United States, written together with Hollywood film director and producer Oliver Stone. He was active in the Civil Rights and anti-Vietnam War movements and remains active in antiwar and nuclear abolition efforts. -------------------------- Support our independent & non-profit journalism today with a donation: ► PayPal: [email protected] ► Patreon: https://bit.ly/2xbLFIp ► Betterplace (Credit Card incl.): https://bit.ly/2O7iwci ► INT. BANK ACC: DE89430609678224073600 ----------------- Follow us online: ► PODCAST: https://actvism-english.podbean.com/ ► RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/acTVismMunich ► TELEGRAM: https://t.me/acTVismMunich ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acTVism/ ► Instagram: actv_munich ► Website: http://www.actvism.org/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/acTVismMunich ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/acTVismMunich/

In this interview, host Zain Raza speaks with historian Prof. Peter Kuznick about the deeper geopolitical forces shaping today’s most volatile flashpoints. They begin with the latest revelations surrounding the Epstein files and the broader power networks those disclosures uncover. The conversation then moves to Iran, covering recent unrest, diplomatic negotiations, sanctions, and strategic pressure. Next, they examine Ukraine’s evolving conflict and the push for peace talks amid continued escalation. Finally, they explore Japan’s shifting foreign policy and military posture in the context of rising Asia-Pacific tensions. ABOUT PETER KUZNICK: Peter Kuznick is Professor of History and Director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. He’s the co-author of the book The Untold History of the United States, written together with Hollywood film director and producer Oliver Stone. He was active in the Civil Rights and anti-Vietnam War movements and remains active in antiwar and nuclear abolition efforts. -------------------------- Support our independent & non-profit journalism today with a donation: ► PayPal: [email protected] ► Patreon: https://bit.ly/2xbLFIp ► Betterplace (Credit Card incl.): https://bit.ly/2O7iwci ► INT. BANK ACC: DE89430609678224073600 ----------------- Follow us online: ► PODCAST: https://actvism-english.podbean.com/ ► RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/acTVismMunich ► TELEGRAM: https://t.me/acTVismMunich ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acTVism/ ► Instagram: actv_munich ► Website: http://www.actvism.org/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/acTVismMunich ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/acTVismMunich/

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