The Tucker Carlson Show BREAKING: Netanyahu’s Terror Attack on Lebanon Destroys Trump’s Ceasefire. Tucker Reacts.
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Apr 9, 2026 
Alastair Crooke, a former British diplomat and MI6 officer focused on the Middle East, joins for a tense look at Beirut strikes and a collapsing ceasefire. They dig into why Washington struggles to restrain Israel, Iran’s leverage through Hormuz and regional trade, China’s role in Iran’s targeting, nuclear signaling, and how economic pressure could force a new regional deal.
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Crooke Says Iran Wants To Break The Cage
- Alastair Crooke says Iran sees this war as a chance to escape decades of military encirclement, sanctions, and isolation.
- He argues Tehran emerged stronger through oil revenues, lower casualties, hardened missile infrastructure, and a decentralized command system built to survive decapitation strikes.
Crooke Sees Hormuz As Leverage For A Yuan Shift
- Alastair Crooke argues Hormuz payments in yuan could pressure the West without instantly replacing the dollar.
- He links Iran, Russia, and China to a broader move away from financialization toward trade and production, while saying Beijing prefers a gradual shift.
Crooke Says Hidden Chinese Tech Boosted Iran
- Alastair Crooke says Chinese and Russian support improved Iran's targeting, navigation, and ISR more than visible weapons transfers did.
- He describes Beidou-linked radar, satellite feeds, intelligence ships, and buried missile systems that make destroying Iran's military capacity extremely difficult.