Mona Yacoubian

Mona Yacoubian, CSIS Middle East Program Director, shares her insights on the recent military strike by Iran on Al Udeid Air Base. She discusses Iran's calculated military responses and the delicate balance they aim to maintain between resilience and escalation. The conversation also covers the concerns surrounding Iran's enriched uranium and its implications for global security. Yacoubian highlights the complex geopolitical tensions in the Gulf and the potential role of military force in shaping international diplomacy regarding Iran.

Mona Yacoubian, Director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, sheds light on the complex dynamics of the Gaza conflict amidst UN General Assembly discussions. She argues that meaningful ceasefire prospects remain bleak and discusses the isolating effects of Palestine's recognition on Israel. Delving into U.S. leverage, she highlights the political obstacles impeding peace efforts and warns of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Yacoubian emphasizes the urgent need for diplomatic intervention to halt the violence and address devastating reconstruction challenges.

Mona Yacoubian, a seasoned expert in Middle Eastern affairs, and Tuvia Gering, a China analyst focused on geopolitical dynamics, delve into the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. They discuss the impact of recent military confrontations and Iran's nuclear ambitions. China's cautious balancing act in this conflict emerges as a key point, with Yacoubian emphasizing its preference for economic ties over military commitments. Gering explores internal Chinese debates about support for Iran and the potential shifts in regional security dynamics that could foster new alliances.