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Drop Site News

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Independent reporting on war and politics in the U.S. and across the world, delivered by Jeremy Scahill, Ryan Grim, and the Drop Site team. www.dropsitenews.com

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The so-called Board of Peace that President Donald Trump officially launched in Davos, Switzerland last week is developing sweeping plans for a U.S.-backed administration to rule Gaza. Leaked documents exclusively reported on by Jonathan Whittall sho... more

Documentary photographer and essayist Kaveh Rostamkhani has been on the ground in Tehran throughout the unrest and bloodshed that gripped Iran over the past weeks, and he published an essay on Instagram on Wednesday under the title, “Iran Unrests: A ... more

The U.S. is moving additional military assets into the Middle East amid speculation Trump could green light an attack on Iran at any moment. The sense that an overt war is imminent has abated and the protests, riots, and bloodshed in the streets of I... more

A new wave of mass protests has erupted across Iran, sparked by deepening economic crisis, and escalating in some areas into a revolt against the ruling government. Human rights monitors say that hundreds of protesters and members of government secur... more

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Recent Guests

Kaveh Rostamkhani
Essayist and documentary photographer who has been documenting the events in Iran.
Episode: Notes from the Ground: Reflections on a Month That Shook Iran
Dr. Foad Izadi
Professor of American Studies and International Relations at Tehran University
University of Tehran
Episode: The US-Israeli Agenda in Iran
Murtaza Hussain
Journalist from Drop Site News
Drop Site News
Episode: How the U.S. and Israel Are Trying to Co-opt Iran's Protests
Samira Mohyeddin
Toronto-based Iranian-Canadian journalist and founder of On The Line Media
On The Line Media
Episode: How the U.S. and Israel Are Trying to Co-opt Iran's Protests
Narges Bajoghli
Associate Professor of Anthropology and Middle East Studies at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: How the U.S. and Israel Are Trying to Co-opt Iran's Protests
Carlos Ron
Former Venezuelan Deputy Foreign Minister, now at the Tri-Continental Institute for Social Research.
Tri-Continental Institute for Social Research
Episode: The Plot Against Maduro: Venezuela on the Edge
Jack Murphy
Investigative journalist and former U.S. Army Ranger, co-founder of The High Side.
The High Side
Episode: The Plot Against Maduro: Venezuela on the Edge
Nathaniel Raymond
Executive Director of Yale's Humanitarian Research Lab
Yale's Humanitarian Research Lab
Episode: The RSF's Systematic Mass Killings in El-Fasher & the Latest on Hamas and Khaled Meshaal
Khaled Meshaal
Prominent leader in Hamas
Hamas
Episode: The RSF's Systematic Mass Killings in El-Fasher & the Latest on Hamas and Khaled Meshaal

Hosts

Murtaza Hussain
Host of Drop Site News, involved in delivering critical independent news reports and exploring complex political issues surrounding global events.
Sharif Abdel Kouddous
Co-Host and journalist known for incisive reporting on humanitarian crises and geopolitical dynamics, contributing critical context to ongoing events.
Ryan Grim
Co-host and political analyst offering insights on U.S. foreign policy and its implications on international conflicts and social issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Gratitude

    Outstanding Journalism

    Apple Podcasts
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    Crackbank
    Switzerlanda month ago
  • Strong work!

    Strong work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GUT DIGGA
    United States2 months ago
  • Unflinching journalism

    Thank you Drop Site team for providing actual in-depth journalism in a time when most media outlets are afraid to report the truth. Your courage and clarity are exactly what we need in the ongoing fight for liberation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jo LawShenk
    United States3 months ago
  • True journalism.

    Absolutely essential listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sorex palustris
    Canada4 months ago
  • Thank you

    Great reporting. Best and most accurate news podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nnnnnsne
    United States4 months ago

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Positive feedback highlights the expertise of the guests and hosts, providing a platform for informed discussions.
The coverage of underreported issues in global politics is highly valued, with many finding it essential listening for understanding complex news.

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Notes from the Ground: Reflections on a Month That Shook Iran
Q: What have you witnessed during the protests in Iran?
Rostamkhani describes seeing organized protests in Tehran focused on economic issues that later turned violent due to outside influences.
The US-Israeli Agenda in Iran
Q: What is your contention regarding the use of excessive force by security forces during the protests?
Dr. Izadi claims that in general, protesters do not get shot at and identifies a distinction between demonstrators and rioters, arguing that the police were instructed not to use lethal force unless directly threatened.
The US-Israeli Agenda in Iran
Q: What is the context of how the protests began, what were the demands, and how did the Iranian state respond?
Initially, protests began over currency fluctuations and economic grievances. The state initially did not respond with force against peaceful demonstrations, but responded with violence only after the protests escalated into riots due to outside agitation.
The Plot Against Maduro: Venezuela on the Edge
Q: How serious should we take the saber rattling at Colombia?
It's considered saber rattling, but given the current unpredictability in the U.S. government, the seriousness of such statements cannot be dismissed.
The Plot Against Maduro: Venezuela on the Edge
Q: What does the government see as a best-case scenario out of Maduro's abduction?
The government is primarily concerned with ensuring peace and stability in the country, calling for diplomacy and avoiding further confrontations with the U.S.

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This podcast features independent reporting focused on international conflicts and political events, particularly those involving the United States' role in global affairs. It frequently addresses the situations in Gaza and Palestine, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and issues surrounding U.S. foreign policy, including military actions and humanitarian crises. Notable discussions revolve around the implications of government actions, war crimes, and the narratives shaped by media outlets, presenting a critical perspective on how these matters affect global populations. Unique aspects include in-depth interviews with experts, eyewitness accounts, and a commitment to highlighting underreported stories, making it a compelling choice for thos... more

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2. Dr. Foad Izadi
3. Murtaza Hussain
4. Samira Mohyeddin
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