Ukraine Is Turning The Tide Against Russia & China’s Power Play

Hormuz Crisis Continues As Iran Retains Missile Power

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• New intelligence assessments suggest Iran may still retain significant missile capabilities despite weeks of U.S. and Israeli strikes, as the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz continues disrupting global shipping and energy markets. Bill Roggio from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break down the latest developments and what they could mean moving forward.
• We take a closer look at President Trump’s summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping following a high-stakes visit to Beijing this week. Steve Lance of NTD News joins us to discuss what came out of the meetings and what the talks could mean for the future of U.S.-China relations.
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Iran Attacks American Warships Despite “Ceasefire” & Trump’s China Trip

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• First up — American destroyers come under missile and drone attack in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering U.S. retaliatory strikes on Iranian targets even as President Trump insists the ceasefire remains fully intact. Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break down the latest escalation and what it could mean for the fragile standoff with Tehran.
• Later in the show — President Trump prepares for a critical summit with Xi Jinping in Beijing, with major disputes over trade, Taiwan, and Iran looming over the talks. Joshua Philipp, Senior Investigative Reporter at The Epoch Times, joins us for a preview of the meeting and a broader look at U.S.-China tensions.
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: EYEWITNESS ACCOUNT: Inside the DC Security Breach & Russia’s Economic Strain

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• A stunning security breach at one of Washington’s most high-profile events is now under intense scrutiny, raising serious questions about how a gunman got so close to key political figures. We get firsthand insight from Steve Yates, who attended the dinner last weekend.
• Russia’s economy is showing signs of strain, and now even voices close to the Kremlin are beginning to sound the alarm. We break it down with Reuben Johnson, Director of the Asia Research Centre at the Casimir Pulaski Foundation.
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Iran Talks Collapse—What Happens Next?

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• First up—a rocky week in the Iran conflict, with failed negotiations, rising aggression in the Strait of Hormuz, and a fragile ceasefire still holding—for now. Former White House National Security Council official Richard Goldberg joins us to break down what’s happening behind the scenes.
• Later in the show—a new warning that the U.S. is burning through critical munitions faster than they can be replaced, raising serious questions about military readiness if another conflict erupts. Open Source Intelligence Analyst Ryan McBeth joins us for more.
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U.S. Expands Blockade Of Iran & Russia Feeling the Strain

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• U.S. escalates its pressure campaign on Iran, expanding a global blockade targeting the regime’s economic lifeline. Ambassador Robert Joseph joins us to explain whether this strategy could force Tehran back to the negotiating table—or risk further escalation.
• Inside Russia, new signs of strain are emerging after years of sanctions and war, from a slowing economy to growing frustration over government crackdowns. Konstantin Samoilov, Russian expat and host of the InsideRussia YouTube channel, breaks down what’s really happening on the ground.
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Iran War at a Crossroads & Japan Goes Long-Range

In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
• First up—after a month of fighting, the war with Iran may be entering its most decisive stretch, with the endgame still very much in question. Behnam Ben Taleblu from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joins us to break it all down.
• Later in the show—Japan takes a major step away from its postwar defense posture, deploying long-range missiles that can reach the Chinese mainland. Gordon Chang stops by for more on that.
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