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What's behind the latest Pakistan-Iran attacks?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • Jan 18, 2024 • 26m

Pakistan has carried out strikes inside Iran, which it says is in retaliation to attacks by Tehran inside its country. Both nations say they're targeting separatist armed groups. But what might the consequences be? And can they be contained?

HOST: Elizabeth Puranam

GUESTS:

  • Ahmed Rashid, Expert on armed groups in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Central Asia.
  • Maleeha Lodhi, Veteran diplomat and columnist for the Dawn newspaper and website.
  • Mohammad Marandi, Professor of the University of Tehran.

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