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Conversation with Andrew Fox -- Iran War, Gaza | Yaron Brook Show
Frontline Intelligence: Iran’s War, Gaza’s Lessons, and the Future of Modern Conflict
What is really happening in the Iran war—and where could it lead?
In this special interview episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron sits down with frontline conflict researcher Andrew Fox to break down the strategic realities behind the headlines.
Fox has visited Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine, giving him rare insight into how modern conflicts actually unfold. In this conversation, Yaron and Andrew analyze the military and geopolitical dynamics shaping the Iran war and what the long-term consequences might be.
They discuss:
• Could the war lead to regime change in Iran?
• How serious is Iran’s nuclear ambition?
• What role could Hezbollah play in escalating the conflict?
• Could Iran threaten the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets?
• What strategic role is China playing?
• What the Gaza war teaches about the future of urban warfare
Fox’s experience—from service in the British Army to teaching at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst—offers a unique perspective on how military professionals assess modern warfare.
If you want serious strategic analysis beyond media narratives, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
⏱️ Episode Timeline
00:40 Who Is Andrew Fox?
02:00 Iran War: What’s Really Happening
05:05 Could This Lead to Regime Change in Iran?
10:20 Iran’s Nuclear Goal — How Close Are They?
12:55 Iran’s Missile Capabilities
14:30 The Strait of Hormuz — Could It Be Shut Down?
22:05 US & Israel Military Capabilities
24:05 China’s Strategic Calculations
26:50 Will Hezbollah Join the War?
30:55 Possible Long-Term Outcomes
33:30 The Role of Gulf States
53:10 Lessons From Gaza: The Future of Urban Warfare
About Andrew Fox
Andrew Fox is a frontline conflict researcher and former Major in the Parachute Regiment of the British Army, where he served for 16 years (2005–2021). During his military career he completed three tours in Afghanistan—including one embedded with U.S. Army Special Forces—as well as deployments in Bosnia, Northern Ireland, and the Middle East. He later served as a senior lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, teaching war studies, military theory, and leadership to officer cadets.
Andrew now specializes in defense analysis, Middle East conflict, and the psychology of disinformation. He is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society and has conducted field research in Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine. A frequent media contributor and author, he has appeared on outlets including Fox News, BBC Newsnight, and Sky News, and his work has been published in The Spectator, The Daily Telegraph, and the New York Post.
Andrew Fox Links
-- Official website: https://www.andrewfox.online/
-- Henry Jackson Society: https://www.henryjacksonsociety.org
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Bonus Episode Season 12, Episode 7
Conversation with Andrew Fox -- Iran War, Gaza | Yaron Brook Show
Frontline Intelligence: Iran’s War, Gaza’s Lessons, and the Future of Modern Conflict
What is really happening in the Iran war—and where could it lead?
In this special interview episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron sits down with frontline conflict researcher Andrew Fox to break down the strategic realities behind the headlines.
Fox has visited Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine, giving him rare insight into how modern conflicts actually unfold. In this conversation, Yaron and Andrew analyze the military and geopolitical dynamics shaping the Iran war and what the long-term consequences might be.
They discuss:
• Could the war lead to regime change in Iran?
• How serious is Iran’s nuclear ambition?
• What role could Hezbollah play in escalating the conflict?
• Could Iran threaten the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets?
• What strategic role is China playing?
• What the Gaza war teaches about the future of urban warfare
Fox’s experience—from service in the British Army to teaching at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst—offers a unique perspective on how military professionals assess modern warfare.
If you want serious strategic analysis beyond media narratives, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
⏱️ Episode Timeline
00:40 Who Is Andrew Fox?
02:00 Iran War: What’s Really Happening
05:05 Could This Lead to Regime Change in Iran?
10:20 Iran’s Nuclear Goal — How Close Are They?
12:55 Iran’s Missile Capabilities
14:30 The Strait of Hormuz — Could It Be Shut Down?
22:05 US & Israel Military Capabilities
24:05 China’s Strategic Calculations
26:50 Will Hezbollah Join the War?
30:55 Possible Long-Term Outcomes
33:30 The Role of Gulf States
53:10 Lessons From Gaza: The Future of Urban Warfare
About Andrew Fox
Andrew Fox is a frontline conflict researcher and former Major in the Parachute Regiment of the British Army, where he served for 16 years (2005–2021). During his military career he completed three tours in Afghanistan—including one embedded with U.S. Army Special Forces—as well as deployments in Bosnia, Northern Ireland, and the Middle East. He later served as a senior lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, teaching war studies, military theory, and leadership to officer cadets.
Andrew now specializes in defense analysis, Middle East conflict, and the psychology of disinformation. He is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society and has conducted field research in Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine. A frequent media contributor and author, he has appeared on outlets including Fox News, BBC Newsnight, and Sky News, and his work has been published in The Spectator, The Daily Telegraph, and the New York Post.
Andrew Fox Links
-- Official website: https://www.andrewfox.online/
-- Henry Jackson Society: https://www.henryjacksonsociety.org
#iranwar #gazagenocide #gazawar #ukrainewar #hamas #unitednations #MiddleEastWar
#IsraelIranConflict #MilitaryStrategy #WarAnalysis #Hezbollah
The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by
[The Ayn Rand Institute](https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)
[Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein](https://alexepstein.substack.com/)
[Express VPN](https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)
[Hendershott Wealth Management](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) &
(https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/)
[Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)
[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )
[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)
[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)
Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @yaronbrook )
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Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord]( / discord ) to find all my top choices!
Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the [Ayn Rand Institute](https://bit.ly/35qoEC3)
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.
Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.