Peter Apps
Reuters global defence commentator and author, providing expert analysis on military strategy and international security during the episode's interview segments.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 47min
US sends Marines to Strait of Hormuz & why Iran can still fire missiles
Fabian Hoffman, University of Oslo missiles expert, explains Iran’s launcher limits and interceptor dynamics. Peter Apps, Reuters defence commentator, breaks down US Marine roles, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, regional strategy and the conflict’s effects on China-Taiwan calculations. Multiple short, punchy conversations on missile stocks, interception challenges and what seizing islands or protecting shipping would actually involve.
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Jan 2, 2026 • 47min
Wargaming WW3: how and where the next global conflict could actually unfold
Peter Apps, a Reuters global defense commentator and British Army reservist, explores the somber prospect of World War III. He estimates a 30-35% chance of conflict within the next decade, highlighting flashpoints like Estonia and Ukraine. Peter emphasizes the lessons from the early Cold War and critiques current defense strategies. He discusses the importance of leadership in deterrence, the implications of cybersecurity and space in warfare, and reflects on his background that influences his insights on modern conflicts.
