In this episode of Christian Perspective on the News, Brad speaks with analytical strategist and investigative journalist Mike Burnard, who is currently returning from Tanzania to South Africa. He discusses the shocking global developments surrounding the attack on Iran, the death of the Ayatollah, and what it could mean for the Middle East. Mike explains how cultural dynamics such as honor and shame may influence the reaction in Iran, and why this event could have major consequences for regional stability, missionary work, and the local church in countries such as Lebanon, Iraq, and Yemen. He also explores the broader impact on Christian missions, the witness of the Gospel in the region, and why Christians around the world are called to pray for peace, for the church, and for the people of Iran. Listen to this in-depth conversation about geopolitics, faith, and the challenges facing the church in the Middle East.