What Iran, Putin and China Really Want | Victor Davis Hanson

What Iran, Putin and China Really Want | Victor Davis Hanson

August 29, 2026 · 1h 22m

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Victor Davis Hanson discusses the geopolitical ambitions of Iran, Russia, and China, and their implications for the United States.

Victor Davis Hanson discusses Vladimir Putin, Russia, Iran, China, Israel, and the growing geopolitical tensions confronting the United States. Hanson explains how Putin thinks, why he believes Putin takes advantage of weakness in the West, and how Russia’s ambitions have shaped its approach to Ukraine, Europe, and the United States. He also examines Iran’s leadership and its goals in the Middle East, the conflict with Israel, Iran’s nuclear program, and the aftermath of the recent war, challenging the idea that Iran emerged victorious. The conversation also turns to the dangers of tribalism and the lessons of Rwanda, the WNBA and Caitlin Clark, Japan and Pearl Harbor, and the effects of social media, Silicon Valley, and artificial intelligence on American culture and society. Pure Health Research - Visit http://purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today. The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today. NEW FILM: “Sacred Honor: The Declaration That Defines a Nation,” featuring Victor Davis Hanson, is OUT NOW! https://youtu.be/O1d3gn_H8ow  Pre-order “The Counterrevolution: The…

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Host: Victor Davis Hanson

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Organizations: Russia, Iran, China, Israel

Books & works: Sacred Honor: The Declaration That Defines a Nation, The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement

Places: Middle East, Ukraine, Europe, United States

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