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Is the CIA backing a covert operation inside Iran? In this exclusive episode of The Rest Is Classified, David McCloskey is joined by CNN’s Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward, reporting live from northern Iraq. Together they unpack explosive reports of a possible CIA effort to support Kurdish militias operating near the Iranian border. Clarissa explains what she’s seeing on the ground in Iraqi Kurdistan, where drone strikes, missile attacks and escalating tensions are raising fears that the conflict could spill further into the region. They also explore the complex role of the Kurdish groups, the strategic calculations behind destabilising Iran, and whether such a plan could dramatically reshape the Middle East. From covert intelligence operations to the history of Kurdish insurgencies, this episode breaks down the risks, motives and geopolitical consequences of a strategy that could ignite a new front in the Iran conflict. If you enjoy deep dives into espionage, intelligence history and global politics, subscribe to The Rest Is Classified for new episodes every week. ------------------- ➡️ Join the Declassified Club to go deeper into the world of espionage with exclusive Q&As, interviews with top intelligence insiders, regular livestreams, ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, and weekly deep dives into original spy stories. Members also get curated reading lists, special book discounts, prize draws, and access to our private chat community. Just go to https://therestisclassified.com or join on Apple Podcasts. ------------------ Get a 10% discount on business PCs, printers and accessories using the code TRIC10. Visit https://HP.com/CLASSIFIED for more information. T&C's apply. ------------------- EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/restisclassified Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅ Subscribe Here: https://www.youtube.com/@restisclassifiedsub_confirmation=1 🎙️ Listen To The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/triclassified -------------------------------------- 🗞️ Sign Up To The Free Newsletter Here: https://mailchi.mp/goalhanger.com/tric-free-newsletter-sign-up -------------------------------------- 📱 Follow Us On Socials: Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567680193497 Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/restisclassified/?hl=en TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@restisclassified Twitter: / https://x.com/triclassified -------------------------------------- 📩 Email: classified@goalhanger.com -------------------------------------- Video Editor: Joe Pettit Social Producer: Emma Jackson Producer: Becki Hills Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Exec Producer: Tony Pastor