Ray Takeyh, a leading expert on Iran, is a senior fellow for Middle East studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. He’s also the author of several books on Iran and previously served as senior advisor on Iran at the State Department. Takeyh joins Preet to discuss the recent escalation of direct military attacks between Iran and Israel, where the Middle East is headed, and the United States’ role in the region. Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.For analysis of recent legal news, join the CAFE Insider community. Head to cafe.com/insider to join for just $1 for the first month.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices