A super educational interview with renowned Syria and Middle East expert, Professor Joshua Landis, the University of Oklahoma's Sandra Mackey Chair of International Studies and the university's Director of Middle East Studies, where we discuss the Trump Administration's decision to renew sanctions against Iran, the Syrian Civil War and the parties involved, the Kurdish conundrum, as well as the outlook for the Middle East region as a whole. A great podcast for anyone who would like to learn more about what's going on in the Middle East and the implications for the energy market. If you enjoy the IwtB Podcast, please consider making a donation.