Jonathan Sayeh
Iranian-American research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies specializing in Iranian domestic affairs and the Islamic Republic's influence.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 37min
3.10.26 Iran’s path forward, recent Supreme Court decisions, the Convention of States, and becoming a Christian in Thailand
Jonathan Saya, an Iranian-American research analyst focused on Iranian domestic affairs, discusses Iran’s new leadership and how recent strikes and regional dynamics reshape the conflict. He examines military gains and limits, escalation risks tied to Mojtaba Khamenei, and why working with Tehran looks unlikely. The conversation also touches on protest repression and the wider regional fallout.
Jun 14, 2025 • 52min
PDB Situation Report | June 14th, 2025: Anti-ICE Riots Rock American Cities & Iran Dares Washington to Respond
Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, provides insight into the escalating anti-ICE riots that have erupted across major U.S. cities, highlighting their organized nature and impact on immigration laws. Jonathan Sayeh, a research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, discusses Iran's rejection of a U.S. proposal on uranium enrichment, shedding light on the strained nuclear negotiations amid rising domestic unrest in Iran. The conversation weaves together the complexities of immigration policy and international relations.
