Azmat Khan

Azmat Khan, investigative journalist and Columbia journalism professor, and Yuki Tanaka, historian at the Hiroshima Peace Institute, unpack a century of aerial violence. They trace colonial and strategic bombing, wartime doctrines, modern surveillance and AI-assisted targeting. Short scenes explore investigations, misidentified strikes, and why mass bombing remains a persistent military tactic.

Azmat Khan, an investigative journalist and assistant professor at Columbia Journalism School, dives into the complexities of a recent U.S. military raid in Syria targeting an ISIS leader. She highlights the attempt to avoid civilian casualties, yet tragic losses occurred. Khan explores the credibility of military reports versus independent assessments, revealing significant discrepancies in casualty estimates. She advocates for greater accountability and discusses the evolving policies at the Pentagon aiming to prioritize civilian safety in military operations.

Azmat Khan, an investigative reporter for The Times Magazine, delves into the devastating impact of U.S. airstrikes on civilians in Iraq. She reflects on Basim Razzo's heart-wrenching story of family loss due to flawed military intelligence. The podcast underscores the alarming gap between reported and actual civilian casualties, revealing a system that often prioritizes legitimacy over accountability. With on-the-ground reporting, Khan brings to light the emotional turmoil faced by families affected by these conflicts, challenging the narratives presented by the military.