In this episode, Kelly and Tristan break down two major stories shaping the world right now – Iran and Hungary.
Topics covered:
- U.S.-Iran nuclear talks collapse — why a deal may leave America worse off than before the war
- The U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports and the China wildcard
- Viktor Orbán voted out after 16 years — what it means for the EU and Ukraine
- Is the global backlash against right-wing populism growing?
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The opinions expressed in this conversation are strictly those of the participants and do not represent the views of Georgetown University or any government entity.
Produced by Freddie Mallinson and Mislav Majcan. Recorded on April 14, 2026.
Diplomatic Immunity, a podcast from the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University, brings you frank and candid conversations with experts on the issues facing diplomats and national security decision-makers around the world.
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