Syria, Israel, and the Future of the Middle East – Hussain Abdul-Hussain

An emergency episode to discuss the Middle East. No edits — just the raw, unfiltered conversation. Download the full transcript for free here - https://throughconversations.kit.com/3f2408e44c Hussain Abdul-Hussain joins me to explore the shifting dynamics in the Middle East. We discuss the evolving situation in Syria post-Assad, the rise of HTS, Israel's strategic challenges, and the broader implications for regional and global geopolitics. Hussain shares his thoughts on cultural shifts among Palestinians, Iran's waning influence, and the potential for lasting peace and stability in the region as we approach 2025. Hussain Abdul-Hussain is a Research Fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. First conversation with Hussain - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56xyj_j7LJAChapters 00:00 The Shifting Landscape of the Middle East 12:10 The Power Vacuum and Its Implications 24:03 Israel's Strategic Positioning and Future Prospects 32:53 The Shift in Foreign Policy Dynamics 39:23 Hostage Situations and Their Implications 47:37 Cultural Shifts and Long-term Perspectives 55:12 Hope for the Future: A New Year Outlook // Connect With Me // JOIN THE LIST TO PRE-ORDER MY BOOK, THE TIME IS NOW: A GUIDE TO HONOR YOUR TIME ON EARTH: ⁠https://throughconversations.substack.com⁠ Website: ⁠https://throughconversations.com⁠ // Social // X: ⁠https://x.com/ThruConvPodcast Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thruconvpodcast/?hl=en⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g