Victor Davis Hanson: Raymond Ibrahim, Islamic History, and Western Decline

Victor Davis Hanson: Raymond Ibrahim, Islamic History, and Western Decline

June 10, 2026 · 59 min

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Victor Davis Hanson interviews historian Raymond Ibrahim about the historical relationship between Islam and the West and its impact on modern politics and culture.

How has the West’s relationship with Islam shaped modern politics and culture? Learn more on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Highlights: On this edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor speaks with historian and author Raymond Ibrahim about the historical relationship between Islam and the West, the rise of anti-Israel sentiment in American and European politics, and the cultural forces driving modern immigration debates. The two discuss the centuries-long conflicts between Islamic empires and Western civilization, the persecution of Christian minorities in the modern Middle East, and the growing influence of Islamist ideology in Western institutions. They also examine the impact of identity politics and DEI policies, and the challenges posed by mass migration and assimilation in Europe and the United States. This is “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” WHERE TO WATCH: 👉Don’t miss out on Victor’s latest editions of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words” by subscribing to The Daily Signal today. You’ll be notified every time a new piece of content drops: https://www.youtube.com/dailysignal?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Spotify…

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Host: Victor Davis Hanson

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