‘Asymmetric warfare’: Why the nature of the Iran war is changing
On today’s episode of Iran: The Latest, Roland Oliphant is joined by Telegraph National Security Editor Rozina Sabur to unpack her exclusive on the Iranian cyber attack that disabled a British power plant. They discuss why the government tried to keep the breach quiet, how Iranian proxies are targeting Western infrastructure, and why Britain should prepare for future nationwide blackout scenarios.
CONTRIBUTORS:
Roland Oliphant, co-host and chief foreign affairs analyst @RolandOliphant
Rozina Sabur, national security editor @RozinaSabur
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Nominated Best News, Politics and Current Affairs – British Podcast Awards 2026
The Telegraph, Winner Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026 – Publisher Podcast Awards 2026
Audio Producer: David Dargahi
Video Producer: Max Bower
Researcher and Social Producer: Anna Hindmarsh
Studio Operator: Chris January
Executive Producer: Venetia Rainey
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