Target Tehran: Stopping a Nuclear Iran through Espionage, Diplomacy, & Cyberwarfare

In this episode of Saint Louis In Tune, hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston discuss with Ilan Evyatar, co-author of Target Tehran, Israel's multifaceted strategies to counter Iran's nuclear ambitions and its broader Middle Eastern geopolitical maneuvers. The conversation covers topics such as sabotage, cyber warfare, assassinations, and secret diplomacy. Evyatar shares insights from exclusive interviews with intelligence officials, providing a nuanced perspective on the intricate web of international diplomacy and security issues facing the region today.Specific events like the 2018 heist of Iran's nuclear archives, the assassination of Soleimani, and recent conflicts with Hezbollah and Hamas are examined. The discussion also explores Saudi-Israel relations, the influence of Hezbollah, and the region's reaction to these strategic operations amidst global political events. The episode closes with a look at the upcoming Jewish Book Festival in which Evyatar is a guest speaker.[00:00] Introduction to Israel's Covert Operations[02:05] Guest Introduction: Ilan Evyatar[03:34] The Genesis of 'Target Tehran'[05:15] Israel's Intelligence Revelations[07:15] Middle East Diplomacy and the Abraham Accords[16:15] Cyber Warfare and Its Impact[18:25] Public Sentiment in Israel[20:58] The Complex Geopolitical Landscape[21:31] Insights and Surprises from 'Target Tehran'[23:17] Future Projects and Closing Remarks[31:29] The Backstory and Proxy Wars[33:05] Political and Economic Decisions[34:00] Dred Scott Heritage Foundation[35:00] Welcome Corps Initiative[35:54] Interview with Ilan Evyatar[37:09] Target Tehran: Book Insights[40:25] Middle East Geopolitics[44:22] Word of the Day: Defenestration[45:53] Conclusion and FarewellThe Book-Target Tehran: How Israel Is Using Sabotage, Cyberwarfare, Assassination – and Secret Diplomacy – to Stop a Nuclear Iran and Create a New Middle EastSt. Louis Jewish Book Festival Events & Schedule | St. Louis JCCTickets for Ilan Evyatar – Target Tehran Online EventThis is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#Israel #Irannuclearprogram #Mossad #cyberwarfare #sabotage #secretdiplomacy #MiddleEast #IlanEvyatar #TargetTehran #StLouisJewishBookFestival