Can Brazil's Left deliver radical change under Lula, or will the constraints of capitalism and US imperialism continue to limit its ambitions?
In this interview, we speak with **Vijay Prashad**, historian, journalist and Executive Director of Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research, about the Brazilian elections, Lula's final presidential term, the challenges confronting Latin America's Left, and the future of the global anti-imperialist movement.
We discuss why electoral victories alone cannot overcome structural inequality, the constraints imposed by capital and the threat of capital revolts, and why Brazil's Left may need a more radical political direction.
The conversation also examines China's expanding relationship with Latin America, US foreign policy in the region, the conflict in the Red Sea and Yemen, and the urgent need for a unifying political narrative capable of bringing together progressive and anti-imperialist forces worldwide.
**IN THIS INTERVIEW:**
- Brazil's election victory and the challenges facing Lula
- Can Lula's final term bring radical change?
- Inequality and the limits of electoral politics
- Capitalist resistance and the constraints on Brazil's Left
- China's growing influence in Latin America
- US imperialism and the future of the region
- The Red Sea conflict and Yemen
- Why does the global Left need a unifying narrative?
Can the Left move beyond electoral victories and build a transformative political project?
Watch the full conversation and share your thoughts in the comments.
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Chapters
0:00 Setting the Stage: Global Left Perspectives
0:51 Unpacking the Brazilian Election Victory
4:42 The Persistent Challenges of Inequality
7:39 Lula’s Final Term: A Call for Radicalization
11:39 Navigating Constraints and Capital Revolts
17:20 China and the Future of Latin American Ties
26:25 US Foreign Policy and Regional Dynamics
30:51 Conflict in the Red Sea and Yemen
1:06:53 Seeking a Unifying Narrative for the Left
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Ambassador Chas Freeman joins us to analyze shifts in US foreign policy and the evolving nature of international relations.
Is Washington’s strategy in Ukraine working — and what are the consequences of its decisions for the wider world?

In this interview, former US diplomat Ambassador Chas Freeman examines the changing geopolitical landscape, the Ukraine war, energy markets, Washington’s approach to Russia, and the prospects for a pragmatic peace. He also explores how US domestic politics and the looming midterm elections could shape American foreign policy, with consequences extending far beyond the United States.

We discuss:

- The Ukraine War and the strategic calculations shaping the conflict

- Energy markets and the geopolitical consequences of the war- Prospects for a pragmatic peace settlement between Russia and Ukraine

- US domestic politics and the international fallout of Washington’s decisions

- The significance of the US midterm elections for foreign policy

- Contradictions in Washington’s approach to global conflicts- The changing geopolitical landscape of West Asia

- The future of US power in an increasingly complex international order

As tensions and rivalries reshape international relations, can Washington develop a coherent strategy for Ukraine and West Asia? And what would a more pragmatic approach to peace look like?

Watch the full conversation with Chas Freeman and join the discussion in the comments.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Setting the Stage for Global Geopolitics

00:31 Energy Markets and the Ukraine Conflict

03:26 The Strategic Shift in the Ukraine War

06:52 A Pragmatic Proposal for Peace

10:08 Domestic Politics and the Global Fallout

17:30 The Looming Impact of Midterm Elections

25:12 Schizophrenic Strategies in Washington

38:13 The Shifting Landscape of West Asia

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Are we witnessing the final stages of the US empire in the Middle East? Professor Mohammad Marandi assesses the risks.In this episode of India and Global Left, we examine the volatile state of West Asian geopolitics and the real possibility of an escalated conflict involving Iran. Professor Marandi from the University of Tehran joins us to analyze how regional powers are positioning themselves against a background of shifting alliances.We break down the strategic strengthening of Russia-Iran relations and evaluate whether the expansion of BRICS offers a viable alternative to the current global order. By moving past mainstream headlines, this conversation provides a critical look at how the decline of hegemony is reshaping international policy.Subscribe for weekly geopolitical analysis, and share your thoughts on whether you believe a new regional war is on the horizon.🔴🔴🔴Support independent journalismSupport Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴Chapters00:00 Setting the Stage with Professor Mohammad Marandi 00:30 Assessing the Risk of Imminent Escalation 04:19 The Strategic Depth of Russia-Iran Relations 09:00 The Evolution of BRICS and Multipolarity 13:28 Deconstructing the Saudi-Iran Narrative 18:52 The Fragile Future of a Declining Empire 31:11 Debunking Narratives on Iranian Legitimacy 44:00 Censorship and the Capture of Alternative Voices Professor Mohammad Marandi offers his perspective on Iran, Russia, BRICS, US imperial power, West Asian geopolitics, and the struggle over how international conflicts are represented.At India & Global Left, we bring you conversations and analysis that challenge dominant narratives and explore the political and economic forces shaping our world, from West Asia to the emerging multipolar order.Subscribe to India & Global Left for more interviews, geopolitical analysis, and perspectives from voices often overlooked by mainstream media.#Iran #MohammadMarandi #BRICS

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Is the narrative that Iran is on the verge of collapse accurate, or are we misreading the current Middle East conflict?Dr. Trita Parsi, co-founder of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, joins us to challenge the prevailing assumptions about regional stability. We examine how conventional US foreign policy often ignores the internal foundations of state power in favor of interventionist strategies.By focusing on Iranian resilience rather than just immediate military metrics, we gain a clearer picture of the political forces shaping the future. This conversation provides the critical geopolitical analysis needed to look past mainstream headlines and understand the actual trade-offs of the current standoff.Subscribe for weekly geopolitical analysis, and share your thoughts on these regional dynamics below.🔴🔴🔴Support independent journalismSupport Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴00:00 The Escalating Conflict in the Middle East 01:08 Why It Is Too Early to Call the War’s End 03:01 Debunking the Myth of Iranian Weakness 05:29 The Internal Pillars of Iranian Strength 16:38 Navigating Legitimacy and Internal Dissent 26:23 The Anti-Imperialist Perspective on Statehood If you want to understand the Iran war beyond mainstream headlines, this conversation examines the military, political, and ideological questions shaping the conflict.Subscribe to India & Global Left for interviews and analysis on geopolitics, political economy, imperialism, and the changing world order.Join the conversation in the comments: **Has Iran’s resilience been underestimated, and what will determine the next phase of the conflict?**#IranWar #TritaParsi #IranChapters0:00 The Escalating Conflict in the Middle East1:08 Why It Is Too Early to Call the War's End3:01 Debunking the Myth of Iranian Weakness5:29 The Internal Pillars of Iranian Strength16:38 Navigating Legitimacy and Internal Dissent26:23 The Anti-Imperialist Perspective on Statehood

Why the Global Left must rethink its strategy in South Asia. We discuss the shifting political landscape with Laith Marouf.In this conversation, we sit down with journalist Laith Marouf to examine how the Global Left interacts with the complex realities of South Asia. We move beyond standard media narratives to understand the actual friction points and ideological currents shaping the region today.By grounding our discussion in the experience of Free Palestine TV, we explore how independent journalism challenges mainstream reporting on West Asia. This geopolitical analysis provides a clearer view of the alliances and movements that are currently defining regional power dynamics.Subscribe for weekly geopolitical analysis, and share your thoughts on these regional dynamics below.🔴🔴🔴Support independent journalismSupport Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴Subscribe to India & Global Left for interviews and analysis on geopolitics, political economy, imperialism, and the Global South.Follow India & Global Left on YouTube and join the conversation in the comments.00:00 Navigating Digital Censorship and Media Control 00:33 How Zionist Reporting Affects Independent Media 04:04 The High Cost of Corporate Platform Dependence 05:46 The Illusion of Independent Media Infrastructure 09:32 Imagining a Truly Free Speech Digital Future 12:02 The Supra-Legal Powers of Social Media Giants 17:31 Capitalism and the Anti-Market Sphere 23:44 The Axis of Resistance and Systemic Change If independent media depends on privately owned platforms to reach its audience, how independent can it really be?Join the discussion in the comments.Subscribe to India & Global Left for interviews and analysis on imperialism, capitalism, geopolitics, Palestine, and struggles for a more democratic world.Support independent media:https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IndiaGlobalLeftFollow India & Global Left:X: @IndiagloballeftInstagram: @indiagloballeft#DigitalCensorship #FreeSpeech #LaithMarouf

Why has Saudi Arabia struggled to achieve its objectives in Yemen? Is the narrative that Yemen’s resistance forces are merely Iranian proxies an accurate explanation of the conflict? And how has Iran responded to years of economic sanctions?In this interview with Professor Mohammad Marandi, we examine the realities of the Yemen conflict, the limits of Saudi military power, the role of Iran, and the resilience of resistance forces in West Asia.We discuss why the Saudi-led war in Yemen has faced persistent challenges, whether the Iran-backed proxy narrative adequately explains the conflict, and how domestic pressures could shape the future of Saudi leadership. Professor Marandi also analyses the technological capabilities of Yemen’s resistance forces and the realities of life in Iran under Western sanctions.From the balance of power in West Asia to the economic consequences of sanctions, this conversation explores the political and strategic forces shaping the region.IN THIS INTERVIEW00:00 Setting the Stage with Professor Mohammad Marandi 00:33 Unmasking the Reality of the Yemen Conflict 02:52 Why the Saudi-Led War Faces Inevitable Failure 05:39 Debunking the Iran-Backed Proxy Myth 11:06 Internal Pressures and the Future of Saudi Leadership 18:26 Technological Resilience of the Resistance Forces 30:55 Life Under Sanctions: The Reality of Iran's Economy If you follow developments in Yemen, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the wider Middle East, this interview offers a perspective on the regional conflict and its underlying geopolitical dynamics.🔴🔴🔴Support independent journalismSupport Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴Subscribe to India & Global Left for interviews and analysis on geopolitics, political economy, imperialism, and the Global South.Follow India & Global Left on YouTube and join the conversation in the comments.#MohammadMarandi #Yemen #Iran #SaudiArabia #WestAsia

The US-China relationship remains at the center of global geopolitics. But what is really happening behind the diplomatic dialogue between Washington and Beijing?In this interview, Ambassador Chas Freeman examines the recent US-China summit, the reality behind the public rhetoric, escalating trade tensions, supply-chain vulnerabilities, and the changing strategic landscape surrounding Taiwan.Freeman also challenges conventional assumptions about the military balance across the Taiwan Strait and explains why a strategic truce between the United States and China may ultimately be unavoidable.The conversation also explores how the wider geopolitical landscape — including the conflicts and power struggles in West Asia — could shape the future of US-China relations and the emerging international order.Topics discussed:What is really behind the recent US-China summit?US-China strategic competitionTrade tensions and supply-chain vulnerabilityTaiwan and the US-China relationshipThe military balance across the Taiwan StraitMyths about Chinese and US military capabilitiesWhy a US-China strategic truce may be inevitableUS-China relations and the future of West AsiaThe changing global balance of powerChas Freeman is a former US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and a senior American diplomat who played a key role in US-China relations during the normalization of diplomatic ties.Subscribe to India & Global Left for more interviews and analysis on geopolitics, political economy, imperialism and the changing world order.Chapters:0:00 Geopolitical Landscape with Ambassador Freeman0:42 The Complex Dynamics of US-China Relations6:01 Taiwan: A Potential Flashpoint for Conflict9:07 Military Asymmetry and Modern Warfare20:20 Economic Realities and Strategic Truces32:34 Domestic Challenges and Political Shifts41:52 The Yemen Conflict and Regional Instability49:04 The Changing Status of Israel in the Region#USChina #ChasFreeman #China #Taiwan #Geopolitics