The New Gulf Reality: Iran, America & What Comes Next | Prof. Bernard Haykel 177

<p>In our first-ever virtual episode, Professor Bernard Haykel, Director of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University, breaks down the powerful forces reshaping the Middle East today. From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation to the decline of ideological movements across the region, Prof. Haykel offers sharp insight into where things are headed—and why it matters.We dive into rising tensions involving Iran and the United States, the future of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) security, and the ongoing crisis in Palestine.Finally, we explore what could define the region’s future, from greater regional unity to why human capital may be the Gulf’s most important long-term advantage.</p><p></p><p></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>0:00 What’s Really Happening in the Middle East?</p><p>1:27 The Biggest Shifts Reshaping the Middle East Right Now</p><p>3:20 The Deep Divides Defining the Region</p><p>5:10 What Sparked the Rising Tensions with Iran?</p><p>7:18 How the Gulf Cooperation Council Is Being Impacted</p><p>8:46 Saudi Arabia’s Balancing Act: Stability vs Transformation</p><p>11:28 Inside Saudi Arabia’s Massive Economic &amp; Social Overhaul</p><p>12:51 The Surprising Rise of Women and Social Change</p><p>14:02 A New Book That Explains Saudi Arabia’s Transformation</p><p>17:42 Inside the Vision of Mohammed bin Salman</p><p>21:09 Will a Palestinian State Ever Become Reality?</p><p>23:10 Why the Gulf Must Unite on Defense Now</p><p>26:13 Are United States Bases Still Protecting the Gulf?</p><p>27:40 What Gives Real Hope for the Middle East’s Future?</p><p>29:03 Final Thoughts, Book Release Update</p><p></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Mo Show</p><p>Youtube https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv</p><p>Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4</p><p>Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2</p><p>Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v</p><p>X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3NkxZoe</p><p>Snapchat https://bit.ly/3NM3LKQ</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM</p><p>Email [email protected]</p>