# John Helmer: Ukraine Warns of Imminent Iranian Ballistic Missile Attack

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Podcast: [Dialogue Works](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dialogue-works-7032198)
Published: 2026-07-29T01:18:10+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/dialogue-works/episodes/john-helmer-ukraine-warns-of-imminent-iranian-ballistic-miss
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## Resource

This interview explores the escalating links between the Ukraine and Middle East conflicts following a Ukrainian drone attack on an Iranian cargo ship in the Caspian Sea. The discussion analyzes the geopolitical fallout, Iran’s expected response, and the broader US strategy of "permanent war" against both Russia and Iran. It highlights how this approach relies on a destructive, escalatory mentality while forcing European and GCC nations to bear the financial and security burdens. The conversation also examines the precarious position of Gulf states facing regional blockades and manpower shortages, concluding that despite domestic political shifts, Europe remains firmly locked into a long-term, anti-Russia war consensus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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