Episode 48 – Tim Anderson on Lebanon, Syria, Yemen & Iran – A First-Hand Regional Analysis
- Tim Anderson
- Thursday 17 Apr 25
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In this eye-opening interview, Dr. Tim Anderson provides a first-hand regional analysis of the Middle East, covering the complex dynamics of Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Iran.
From the growing resistance in Lebanon, including Hezbollah and Palestinian movements, to the shifting support for HTS in Syria, Dr. Anderson reveals the geopolitical stakes at play. He also delves into the Yemeni conflict, exploring Ansarullah’s rise and Yemen’s unwavering support for Palestine.
As tensions between the US and Iran escalate, we discuss the potential risks of war, with Dr. Anderson arguing that Netanyahu’s push for conflict may be driven by personal survival rather than national security. The conversation concludes with insights on Russia and China’s growing influence in the region and the ongoing economic war between the US and China.
Don’t miss this deep dive into the most pressing geopolitical issues of our time.

Tim Anderson
Tim Anderson was a Senior Lecturer in Political Economy at the University of Sydney for 20 years. Now he is Director of the Center for Counter Hegemonic Studies. He researches and writes on development, rights and self-determination in Latin America, the Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. He has published many dozens of chapters and articles in a range of academic books and journals. His latest books are Land and Livelihoods in Papua New Guinea (Australian Scholarly Publishing, Melbourne, 2015), The Dirty War on Syria (Global Research, Montreal, 2016) and AXIS OF RESISTANCE- Towards an Independent Middle East (Clarity Press, 2019).
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