Episode
The Iranians who want Trump to intervene
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- Jan 16, 2026
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- 1711
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Summary
What does the Iranian diaspora want America to do? Do they want intervention? And what do they think is next for Iran? As protests continue across Iran and President Trump warns of consequences if the killing continues Yalda Hakim sits down with two Iranian American women to hear the views of the Iranian diaspora. In this extra episode of the World, she speaks to Azadeh Afsahi, a human rights activist and Moj Mahdara who set up the Iranian Diaspora Collective about their motherland, their relationship to it, and what they want to happen next. You can also watch the podcast on our YouTube channel here. Do you have a question for Richard and Yalda? Write to them at [email protected]