In this episode of Kianistan, retired U.S. Army Colonel and former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell — Col. Lawrence Wilkerson — joins us to dissect the latest tremors shaking global geopolitics. From the new Saudi–Pakistan defense agreement and its implications for regional power balance, to Trump’s controversial 20-point surrender initiative for Gaza, and the growing risks of an Iran–Israel confrontation, Col. Wilkerson provides a rare insider’s perspective from the heart of Washington’s foreign policy machine.He discusses how military strategy, diplomacy, and global interests intersect in shaping today’s security order — offering candid insights into what these developments mean for South Asia, the Middle East, and the broader global system.🎙 Topics Discussed:• The strategic and security implications of the Saudi–Pakistan defense pact• How Trump’s 20-point Gaza proposal reshapes peace narratives• The likelihood of an Iran–Israel escalation and U.S. responses• The shifting U.S. role in Middle East diplomacy• How great power competition drives new alignments in the Global South👤 About Col. Lawrence Wilkerson:Lawrence B. Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell. With decades of experience in U.S. foreign policy and military affairs, he has been a prominent voice on America’s wars, diplomacy, and the deep state of global strategy. A scholar and educator, Col. Wilkerson continues to offer critical perspectives on the intersection of U.S. power, ethics, and global order.📌 Subscribe for in-depth conversations on geopolitics, strategy, and world affairs.🎧 Listen on all major platforms – just search Kianistan.🌐 Visit: www.kianistan.com💼 Sponsored by: www.worldwidelistings.co.uk