Former U.S. ambassador on how the Iran war has affected the Gulf Arab States
The former U.S. ambassador discusses the impact of the Iran war on Gulf Arab States. He highlights the current state of uncertainty faced by these countries. The conversation sheds light on the geopolitical dynamics in the region.
- ▪Joseph Westphal served as the U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
- ▪The Gulf Arab States are experiencing a state of limbo due to the Iran war.
- ▪The discussion focuses on the geopolitical implications for the region.
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Middle East Former U.S. ambassador on how the Iran war has affected the Gulf Arab States May 21, 20264:42 AM ET Leila Fadel NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Joseph Westphal, former U.S. ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, about the current state of limbo for countries in the Gulf Arab States. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
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