Latest news with #Katzman
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
I spent 31 years advising US on the Iran threat – it's the last gaps of a dying regime, Trump's next move is crucial
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IRAN'S repressed nation should be encouraged to overthrow its barbaric regime by the US, an ex-Congress adviser said. Calls for regime overhaul in the rogue nation have rumbled louder since a 12-day war broke out between Israel and Iran erupted. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Smoke and fire rise following missile attack from Iran on Israel, in Haifa Credit: Reuters 7 Ayatollah Ali Khamenei went into hiding as Israel and Iran traded blows Credit: EPA 7 A demonstrator holding an Israeli flag and a poster demanding regime change during a protest against the Iranian government outside the Federal Building in LA Credit: Reuters Donald Trump unleashed the biggest blow of the conflict last Sunday when he ordered America's military to bomb Iran's nuclear sites. The US leader even hinted at toppling the regime as he wrote on Truth Social: "If the current Iranian regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a regime change? MIGA!". Authorities in the US insisted ousting the Ayatollah was not one of its goals - but question marks hang over whether his cruel regime can survive. Supreme leader Ali Khamenei has led a blood-soaked reign over Iran since 1989 following the death of his ruthless predecessor Ruhollah Khomeini. But the chorus of voices demanding regime change in Iran has amplified after decades of its people suffering a catalogue of human rights violations. Fears have also escalated that the wounded regime could deploy a dirty bomb in desperation after its nuclear ambitions were largely obliterated by the US and Israel. Kenneth Katzman, who spent 31 years briefing Congress on Iran as a top Middle East Analyst, believes the US should now take little action - except incentivise life under a new regime. Merciless Khamenei, 86, has been in hiding since Israel began a campaign to destroy his nuclear sites - and many senior figures believe his rule could be on its last legs. Katzman told The Sun: "These are the last gasps of a dying regime. "It's still in control nominally but I personally believe this regime is basically lost. Only the real diehards right now are behind this regime. 'Daddy' Trump stopped Israel and Iran war, Nato chief tells 'strong' Don "That doesn't mean it's going to collapse any day now, but it will eventually. This regime is in big trouble." Katzman, who retired in 2022 but has continued to watch Iran cut a menacing figure, said if it was still advise Congress to now "do as little as possible". The analyst, who worked at the US Congressional Research Service, added: "There is a war fever going on now, with a lot of piling on and dredging up past incidents with Iran, past grievances. 'If it were up to me I would say to send some kind of signal that if there is a new regime, the US is willing to lift sanctions, provide humanitarian aid, welcome defectors and investment from Iran. 'Signalling that if the people can get rid of this regime they can have the same future that Syria is now experiencing, where they got rid of a dictator and have had sanctions lifted. 'That would be the tone I would take. The regime can be toppled very suddenly, although it's not toppling just yet. 'If you take it from the Iranian people's perspective, there's no prospect of getting sanctions relief, they're in a war with Israel with no air defense. Evil Ayatollah could unleash dirty bomb, exiled prince warns Exclusive by Katie Davis, Chief Foreign Reporter (Digital), in Paris IRAN'S brutal regime could kill tens of millions of people by smuggling nuclear material and unleashing it on Europe, the rogue nation's exiled prince told The Sun. Reza Pahlavi warned while the US and Israel have eliminated the "immediate threat" of its atomic ambitions, barbaric leaders could still acquire a dirty bomb. Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, warned callous Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could still attempt to utilise his warped allies in a bid to get his hands on nuclear matter. Speaking to The Sun at an undisclosed location in Paris just hours before the ceasefire this week, he said: "Terrorism has many means of hurting big time. Nobody anticipated 9/11. It was a terrorist attack. "What keeps people not to worry about the fact that the call of these terrorist networks of sleeper cells could smuggle in a few grams of enriched plutonium, throw it in a lake in Europe, and instantaneously kill tens of millions of people who will be radioactively attacked. "You don't need a missile or warhead for that. "We have at least eliminated the imminent threat of the regime. Does that mean that the regime still doesn't have the capability to acquire nuclear weapons or a dirty bomb by purchasing it from the North Koreans? "It doesn't eliminate that, that's the entire point." Pahlavi, whose family was forced to leave Iran after the Islamic Revolution in 1979, warned unless the Islamist regime is toppled, the threat of nuclear material being weaponised looms large. The self-styled crown prince - who has been advocating for regime change for decades - announced on Monday he is offering to lead a transitional government to make Iran a democratic, secular country. READ THE SUN'S EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW HERE 'The regime has now brought them into a war with the United States, although that may not continue. I think the people can only take so much.' Last week the US bombed nuclear sites in Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan after Iran's devastating missile exchange with Israel. President Donald Trump has since announced a precarious ceasefire, but the world continues to nervously await what happens next. While Iran is currently in a ceasefire with Israel, fears continue to grow as to how long this will last. Trump was this week hailed a 'daddy' by Nato chief Mark Rutte at a landmark meeting in the Netherlands. Iran also finally admitted the US strikes had left their nuclear facilities 'badly damaged'. But it came after Trump made the astonishing claim on Tuesday that Israel and Iran 'don't know what the f*** they're doing' following doubts the agreement had been kept. Katzman believes Iran is very far away from developing a nuclear weapon. 7 And even if it did get one, it would be extremely difficult for it to ever threaten a launch given US and Israeli intelligence. He added: 'I think US intelligence is good enough to detect if they were actually going to try to use a nuclear weapon. 'You need a lot of steps to do that. It's not that easy to conceal, especially with the Mossad agents crawling all over the place as they are right now. 'There are radioactivity detectors. There's a lot of intelligence gathering going on. 'So I don't think it would be that easy for them to just go from where they are now with these destroyed facilities to suddenly producing a nuclear weapon. 'I could be wrong, but I don't think it's that easy.' Asked how the Iranian people could conceivably overthrow the regime, Katzman said he doesn't expect anything to happen soon. 7 Kenneth Katzman spent 31 years briefing Congress on Iran as a top Middle East Analyst Credit: soufangroup 7 Missiles fired by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps towards Israel Credit: Reuters 7 Satellite view shows Fordow in Iran after the US struck the underground nuclear facility Credit: Reuters He believes the conflict must settle first. Katzman added: 'It can be toppled. Is it close to being toppled? No, but it can be. 'Anything can really spark it. We had a partial prison break at Evin Prison. 'You can get incidents. I hear the IRGC is already cracking down by stopping every car that goes by to see if there are Mossad agents in there. 'They're sort of doubling down on their strategy in a way. That can work for a while, but the population is pretty fed up. 'Obviously the population has to get through this crisis first and then it can reassess what to do about the regime. 'So it's not going to do anything right now while the conflict is going on, but ultimately though, there's going to be a reckoning.' On Wednesday Nato leaders pledged to increase their annual defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP by 2035. Trump also said he no longer believes the organisation is a 'rip-off'.
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
I spent 31 years advising US on the Iran threat – it's the last gaps of a dying regime, Trump's next move is crucial
IRAN'S repressed nation should be encouraged to overthrow its barbaric regime by the US, an ex-Congress adviser said. Calls for regime overhaul in the rogue nation have rumbled louder since a Advertisement 7 Smoke and fire rise following missile attack from Iran on Israel, in Haifa Credit: Reuters 7 Ayatollah Ali Khamenei went into hiding as Israel and Iran traded blows Credit: EPA 7 A demonstrator holding an Israeli flag and a poster demanding regime change during a protest against the Iranian government outside the Federal Building in LA Credit: Reuters Donald Trump unleashed the biggest blow of the conflict last Sunday when he The US leader even hinted at toppling the regime as he wrote on Truth Social: "If the current Iranian regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a regime change? MIGA!". Authorities in the US insisted ousting the Supreme leader Ali Khamenei has led a blood-soaked reign over Iran since 1989 following the death of his ruthless predecessor Ruhollah Khomeini. Advertisement More on Iran But the chorus of voices demanding regime change in Iran has amplified after decades of its people suffering a catalogue of human rights violations. Fears have also escalated that the wounded regime could Kenneth Katzman, who spent 31 years briefing Congress on Iran as a top Middle East Analyst, believes the US should now take little action - except incentivise life under a new regime. Merciless Khamenei, 86, has been in hiding since Israel began a campaign to destroy his nuclear sites - and many senior figures believe his rule could be on its last legs. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Exclusive Katzman told The Sun: "These are the last gasps of a dying regime. "It's still in control nominally but I personally believe this regime is basically lost. Only the real diehards right now are behind this regime. 'Daddy' Trump stopped Israel and Iran war, Nato chief tells 'strong' Don "That doesn't mean it's going to collapse any day now, but it will eventually. This regime is in big trouble." Katzman, who retired in 2022 but has continued to watch Iran cut a menacing figure, said if it was still advise Congress to now "do as little as possible". Advertisement The analyst, who worked at the US Congressional Research Service, added: "There is a war fever going on now, with a lot of piling on and dredging up past incidents with Iran, past grievances. 'If it were up to me I would say to send some kind of signal that if there is a new regime, the US is willing to lift sanctions, provide humanitarian aid, welcome defectors and investment from Iran. 'Signalling that if the people can get rid of this regime they can have the same future that Syria is now experiencing, where they got rid of a dictator and have had sanctions lifted. 'That would be the tone I would take. The regime can be toppled very suddenly, although it's not toppling just yet. Advertisement 'If you take it from the Iranian people's perspective, there's no prospect of getting sanctions relief, they're in a war with Israel with no air defense. Evil Ayatollah could unleash dirty bomb, exiled prince warns Exclusive by Katie Davis, Chief Foreign Reporter (Digital), in Paris IRAN'S brutal regime could kill tens of millions of people by smuggling nuclear material and unleashing it on Europe, the rogue nation's exiled prince told The Sun. Reza Pahlavi warned while the US and Israel have eliminated the "immediate threat" of its atomic ambitions, barbaric leaders could still acquire a dirty bomb. Speaking to The Sun at an undisclosed location in Paris just hours before the ceasefire this week, he said: "Terrorism has many means of hurting big time. Nobody anticipated 9/11. It was a terrorist attack. "What keeps people not to worry about the fact that the call of these terrorist networks of sleeper cells could smuggle in a few grams of enriched plutonium, throw it in a lake in Europe, and instantaneously kill tens of millions of people who will be radioactively attacked. "You don't need a missile or warhead for that. "We have at least eliminated the imminent threat of the regime. Does that mean that the regime still doesn't have the capability to acquire nuclear weapons or a dirty bomb by purchasing it from the North Koreans? "It doesn't eliminate that, that's the entire point." Pahlavi, whose family was forced to leave Iran after the Islamic Revolution in 1979, warned unless the Islamist regime is toppled, the threat of nuclear material being weaponised looms large. The self-styled crown prince - who has been advocating for regime change for decades - announced on Monday he is offering to lead a transitional government to make Iran a democratic, secular country. 'The regime has now brought them into a war with the United States, although that may not continue. I think the people can only take so much.' Last week the US bombed nuclear sites in Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan after Iran's devastating missile exchange with Israel. President Donald Trump has since announced a precarious ceasefire, but the world continues to nervously await what happens next. Advertisement While Iran is currently in a ceasefire with Israel, fears continue to grow as to how long this will last. Trump was this week hailed a 'daddy' by Nato chief Mark Rutte at a landmark meeting in the Netherlands. Iran also finally admitted the US strikes had left their nuclear facilities 'badly damaged'. But it came after Trump made the astonishing claim on Tuesday that Israel and Iran 'don't know what the f*** they're doing' following doubts the agreement had been kept. Advertisement Katzman believes Iran is very far away from developing a nuclear weapon. 7 And even if it did get one, it would be extremely difficult for it to ever threaten a launch given US and Israeli intelligence. He added: 'I think US intelligence is good enough to detect if they were actually going to try to use a nuclear weapon. Advertisement 'You need a lot of steps to do that. It's not that easy to conceal, especially with the Mossad agents crawling all over the place as they are right now. 'There are radioactivity detectors. There's a lot of intelligence gathering going on. 'So I don't think it would be that easy for them to just go from where they are now with these destroyed facilities to suddenly producing a nuclear weapon. 'I could be wrong, but I don't think it's that easy.' Advertisement Asked how the Iranian people could conceivably overthrow the regime, Katzman said he doesn't expect anything to happen soon. 7 Kenneth Katzman spent 31 years briefing Congress on Iran as a top Middle East Analyst Credit: soufangroup 7 Missiles fired by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps towards Israel Credit: Reuters 7 Satellite view shows Fordow in Iran after the US struck the underground nuclear facility Credit: Reuters Advertisement He believes the conflict must settle first. Katzman added: 'It can be toppled. Is it close to being toppled? No, but it can be. 'Anything can really spark it. We had a partial prison break at Evin Prison. 'You can get incidents. I hear the IRGC is already cracking down by stopping every car that goes by to see if there are Mossad agents in there. Advertisement 'They're sort of doubling down on their strategy in a way. That can work for a while, but the population is pretty fed up. 'Obviously the population has to get through this crisis first and then it can reassess what to do about the regime. 'So it's not going to do anything right now while the conflict is going on, but ultimately though, there's going to be a reckoning.' On Wednesday Nato leaders pledged to increase their annual defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP by 2035. Advertisement Trump also said he no longer believes the organisation is a 'rip-off'.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The #1 Tea to Reduce Bloating and Inflammation, According to Health Experts
It's no secret that bloating is a less than enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, some people get bloated more than others and can struggle to find relief. While there are many different ways you can diminish your bloating, one method you may not have tried yet is drinking dandelion tea—yes, those bright yellow flowers you've probably seen blooming along the sidewalk. To learn more, we spoke with health experts to find out exactly why you get bloated, why dandelion tea is an effective antidote, and how drinking it can relieve your Katzman, functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner Tara Schmidt, RDN, lead dietitian of the Mayo Clinic DietBloating is an uncomfortable sensation of fullness and tightness in your abdomen. Oftentimes, bloating can be accompanied by abdominal distention, or an increase in the size of your stomach. It 'affects many people and can be triggered by various factors including food intolerances, eating too quickly, constipation, digestive disorders, hormonal fluctuations, and certain gas-producing foods,' says Elizabeth Katzman, functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner (FDN-P). Lucky for us, dandelion tea can offer some relief. The dandelion plant, also known as Taraxacum officinale, is found almost everywhere in the world. And the flower, root, and stems are totally edible. However, dandelion tea is usually made from the plant's leaves, but the root can be ground and applied to the warm drink as well. 'Dandelion tea is made by steeping the roots, flowers, or leaves of the dandelion plant,' says Tara Schmidt, RDN, lead dietitian at Mayo Clinic Diet. 'People may elect to drink dandelion tea while feeling bloated because there may be a diuretic effect, or an increase in the production of urine.' Dandelion tea increases urine output and helps flush excess water from the body. 'This diuretic property makes it particularly effective for reducing bloating caused by water retention due to high sodium intake,' Katzman says. Beyond its bloating-relief benefits, dandelion tea has some surprising health advantages. 'Traditionally used as a 'liver tonic' in folk medicine, dandelion root may help increase bile flow, potentially supporting liver detoxification processes and improving related skin and eye conditions,' Katzman says. 'It has a long history of use for digestive health, helping to improve appetite, soothe minor digestive ailments, and possibly relieve constipation.' Dandelion tea may also have some nutritional value, since the plant itself is a great source of Vitamin A. 'This plant is rich in antioxidants, particularly beta-carotene, which helps combat cellular damage and oxidative stress,' Katzman says. 'Additionally, dandelion contains flavonoids, phenolic acids, and various minerals that contribute to its anti-inflammatory properties and overall health benefits.' Research shows it may also help with heart health due to its high polyphenol count, another anti-inflammatory compound. You can drink dandelion tea even if you aren't bloated. But when you do feel yourself getting bloated or are preparing to eat something inflammatory, this is the ideal time to warm up a cup of dandelion tea and sip on it to relieve your symptoms. 'Some health experts even recommend drinking it before bedtime, noting that it helps you wake up feeling refreshed and less bloated,' Katzman explains. This is due to its high beta-carotene count, which protects against both cell damage and oxidative stress. The effects of dandelion tea can vary from person to person. Before drinking it regularly, discuss implementing it into your diet with your healthcare provider since certain medications like lithium, blood thinners, certain antibiotics, diuretics, and heart and blood pressure medications may interact negatively with the tea, our health experts warn. Otherwise, store-bought dandelion tea is a relatively harmless beverage that can do a whole lot of good. Read the original article on Real Simple
News.com.au
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Jennifer Aniston's fitness routine to looking fit at 56 revealed
Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston has revealed the secret to looking fit and fabulous at 56. 'I'm stronger than I ever thought possible, with new-found flexibility, sculpted muscles and lasting energy,' the megastar exclusively tells Body+Soul magazine. The secret behind her personal evolution lies in a fitness program known as Pvolve – which literally stands for 'personal evolution' – that Aussies can access online for about $30 a month. The program was developed by Rachel Katzman and involves a series of low-impact workouts using resistance-based equipment. 'The fitness industry had long prioritised aesthetics over longevity, high-impact over sustainability and one-size-fits-all programs that ignored women's unique needs,' Katzman exclusively tells Body+Soul. 'I created Pvolve to change that and introduce a new method that builds strength, mobility and stability, while honouring the way women's bodies evolve over time. 'I realised that moving in a way that supported my body – rather than punishing it – was the key to feeling and looking my best," Katzman tells the magazine. 'For too long, the conversation around ageing – especially for women – has been filled with fear and negativity,' she said. 'We're told getting older means slowing down, losing strength and accepting discomfort as just part of the process, but that's not the truth.' Katzman said rather than being a work out, Pvolve is about 'training for long-term health'. Something that resonated with Aniston during Covid lockdowns. Pvolve head trainer Dani Coleman said they were ecstatic to learn of Aniston's endorsement. 'We found out she was a secret streamer over the pandemic, which is just a fairytale come true,' Coleman said. 'She reached out for private personal training, and she and I got connected. It's been a little over three years of working together on this wonderful method.' So impressed was Aniston, that in 2023 she became an investor in the business which now not only involves an online program with more than 1500 workouts, but 20 studios across the US, with another 20 due to open this year. 'I started Pvolve simply wanting to move again after an injury, but it has transformed into so much more,' Aniston said. 'Right from the start, I felt the results.' Aniston became one of the world's most-recognised actors after shooting to fame in 1994 as Rachel Green on hit series Friends. Her five year marriage to Hollywood megastar Brad Pitt made them one of the most photographed couples in the early 2000s. With an estimated net worth of $US300 million ($A468m), Aniston is among the world's highest-paid female actors.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Personal Injury Attorney in Belleville, IL, Daniel Katzman of Katzman & Sugden, LLC Recognized as a 2025 Rising Star
Summary: Daniel Katzman, a partner and lawyer at Katzman & Sugden, LLC, has been named a 2025 Rising Star by Super Lawyers. This recognition validates his work representing clients in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Belleville, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - March 18, 2025) - Katzman & Sugden, LLC is proud to announce that Daniel Katzman, a lawyer and partner at the firm, has been selected as a 2025 Rising Star by Super Lawyers. This honor is reserved for attorneys under the age of 40 or those practicing for 10 years or less, emphasizing both professional achievement and peer recognition. Daniel Katzman of Katzman & Sugden, LLC Recognized as a 2025 Rising Star To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Super Lawyers evaluates candidates through a rigorous selection process that includes independent research and peer nominations. The Rising Stars list recognizes attorneys who have made significant contributions in their practice areas and is limited to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in each state. Recognition in this exclusive group highlights a commitment to legal excellence and professional integrity. Katzman's selection for this honor reinforces his standing within the legal community and affirms his contributions to the firm's professional & Sugden, LLC takes pride in its team of attorneys who are dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards. Legal professionals recognized by Super Lawyers are often seen as leaders in their respective fields, and this distinction further solidifies the firm's ongoing commitment to providing quality legal representation. Super Lawyers evaluates candidates through a rigorous selection process that includes independent research and peer nominations. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: The Personal Injury Attorney in Belleville, IL remains focused on providing solid legal representation while ensuring the attorneys have opportunities for professional growth. Membership in organizations such as the Illinois State Bar Association and the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association contributes to this growth, allowing attorneys to stay informed on legal developments and best practices. Community engagement is also a core value, with attorneys at the firm actively supporting local initiatives that promote education and advocacy. With its attorney's recognition as a Rising Star, Katzman & Sugden, LLC continues to demonstrate its commitment to legal excellence. This acknowledgment reinforces the firm's presence in the legal community and underscores its attorneys' ability to handle complex cases with skill and integrity. About Katzman & Sugden, LLC: Katzman & Sugden, LLC is a Belleville, IL-based law firm with more than four decades of combined experience. The firm focuses on personal injury, workers' compensation, and family law, providing dedicated legal representation to individuals seeking justice and fair compensation. Attorneys at the firm prioritize professionalism, integrity, and client advocacy, ensuring each case receives the attention it deserves. Media Contact: Company Name: Katzman & Sugden, LLC Contact Person: Daniel Katzman Phone: (618) 235-2110 Address: 300 S Charles St. City: Belleville State: IL Postal Code: 62220 Country: US Website: To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
