#154 - Firas Modad - Who Actually Runs The American War Machine?

<p>The war in the Middle East is usually discussed as a military conflict. In this interview, Firas Modad argues the real consequences are far wider.</p> <p>We discuss how escalation could spread through energy markets, shipping lanes and commodity prices - and why the economic effects of war may hit far beyond the battlefield.</p> <p>Firas also explains how political incentives, donor networks and foreign policy alignments shape decisions in Washington, and why the incentives behind modern wars often look very different …