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The Heat delves into one big news story every episode and breaks down how these stories impact people like you. We are talking to experts and journalists from around the world with the goal of bringing your perspectives based on first-hand accounts. The Heat is a production of CGTN America and is recorded in Washington, D.C.
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Editor-in-chief of The #Grayzone, Max Blumenthal says the Trump administration has “lost control” of the Iran conflict. He points to internal chaos, growing global fallout, and mounting political pressure. #Heat #MaxBlumenthal #Iran #Trump #MiddleEast #War
No relief for the global economy in the wake of US President Trump’s address on the war against Iran. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed to shipping as the world watches whether the conflict is ending or whether it escalates. #Heat #Trump #Iran
The U.S. and Israel are continuing to target Iran with airstrikes as Tehran hits back. Meanwhile, thousands of U.S. troops have arrived in the Middle East, raising the prospect of a ground assault. #Heat #Iranwar #USSTripoli #USmarines #USgroundforces #USwar #MiddleEast #Trump
Analyst Trita Parsi breaks down why Iran is refusing a ceasefire, whether U.S. President Trump's 15-point plan is a serious offer or a setup to fail, and why a land invasion may now be more likely than a diplomatic deal. #Heat #IranWar #Trump #MiddleEast
The ongoing U.S. oil blockade of Cuba is causing an energy crisis and severe hardship on the island of about 10 million people. Washington continues to threaten Cuba but Havana is also responding. #heat #Cuba #Trump #oilembargo
The U.S. backed down after threatening to attack Iran’s energy infrastructure. Trump said Washington and Tehran have had constructive conversations. Iran denied any direct dialogue and suggested the announcement is aimed at calming rattled energy markets. #Heat #Iran #war #MiddleEast
As the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran is set to enter into a fourth week, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated "this war is not our war. We did not start it" and that "the United States must be held accountable." #Heat #Iran #War #Trump #NATO #MiddleEast
Are the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran disregarding international law? And what will this war's impact be on global order? #Heat #Iran #US #war
As U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran enter their third week, Professor Mohammad Marandi says Iran is not looking for a way out, and its conditions for ending hostilities go far beyond a simple ceasefire. #Heat #Iran #Israel #Larijani
Around 20% of the world’s crude oil and LNG flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and disruptions are already forcing producers to cut output while tankers remain stranded. We spoke to economist and energy expert Cornelia Meyer about the impact on the global economy. #Heat #Iran #Hormuz #oil #energy
We spoke with renowned economist and Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs about the ongoing U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran and their devastating consequences. He also discusses the broader pattern of U.S. military intervention across the Middle East. #Heat #Iran #War #MiddleEast
China’s Two Sessions are wrapping up with a new economic growth target, policy priorities, and fresh momentum for the country’s next Five-Year Plan.We spoke with China expert Robert Lawrence Kuhn about his key takeaways from this year's meetings. #Heat #China #technology #AI #economy #CGTN2sessions
We spoke to Chris Pereira about China’s AI Plus initiative, and how Beijing plans to integrate AI into industries across the board from manufacturing to everyday services. Chris is the founder & CEO of iMpact global consulting group in Shenzhen. #Heat #China #AI #tech #robots #CGTN2sessions
Former U.S. Ambassador Chas Freeman, one of America's foremost experts on China, shares his assessment of what the Two Sessions mean for investors, energy security, and the future of Sino-American relations. #Heat #China #TwoSessions
US-China Business Council President Sean Stein discusses what global business leaders are watching for at China’s Two Sessions, and highlights opportunities for deeper cooperation between Washington and Beijing. #Heat #China #Trade
We spoke with former Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla about her country’s deepening relationship with China, and her perspective on the Two Sessions meetings underway in Beijing. #Heat #CostaRica #China
The U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran is broadening into wider regional violence. Tehran announced that an interim leadership council was ruling the country following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. #Heat #Iran #War #US #Israel
Former models Ebba P. Karlsson and Thysia Huisman say they were sexually assaulted by men linked to Jeffrey Epstein. They're now speaking out and fighting for justice for survivors everywhere. #Heat #Epstein
We spoke with former Egyptian Ambassador Mohamed Higazy, who also served as assistant foreign minister, about the U.S.-led Gaza reconstruction plan and Palestinians’ right to statehood. #Heat #Gaza #Egypt #Palestine #Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in the nation's history, detailing the accomplishments of his administration's first year back in office and claiming that America is entering a "golden age." Democrats responded with a rebuttal, accusing Trump of misleading the public. #Heat #Trump #SOTU
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