The Young Turks The Lone Ranger - March 18, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
Glenn Greenwald, journalist and civil liberties advocate known for investigative reporting and commentary, joins to tackle U.S. foreign policy and the Iran war. He and Ana examine NATO reluctance, Europe's stakes, and the Strait of Hormuz. They debate Israel's role, lobbying influence, parallels to past regime‑change campaigns, and the long economic and human costs of sustained conflict.
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NATO Allies Wouldn't Join A War They Were Not Consulted On
- NATO refused to join the US offensive against Iran because leaders viewed the conflict as not their war and were not consulted before attacks began.
- Ana Kasparian notes European concerns about energy shocks and distrust after Trump’s insults and solo maneuvers like Greenland talk.
Striking Energy Infrastructure Intensifies Global Risk
- Israel's strikes on Iran targeted major energy infrastructure, escalating the war and prompting Iranian retaliation affecting Gulf facilities.
- Kasparian highlights South Pars gas field damage and IRGC threats against Saudi, UAE, and Qatar energy sites.
Public Agitation Hidden Behind Private Realism
- Israeli officials publicly urged Iranians to rise up while privately acknowledging such protests would likely be crushed and lead to slaughter.
- Kasparian cites a Washington Post-obtained State Dept cable revealing Israel expected heavy reprisals against protesters.