Richard Nephew

Tatiana Mitrova, a global fellow with deep expertise on Russian energy, Richard Nephew, a former US Deputy Special Envoy for Iran, and Shayak Sengupta, an authority on South Asian energy policy, dive into the complexities of US-India-Russia relations. They discuss the potential fallout from US tariffs on India over Russian oil imports and how this could reshuffle geopolitical alliances. The conversation also highlights India's strategic autonomy and the implications of energy sanctions in a volatile global market, raising critical questions about future economic diplomacy.

In this discussion, Richard Nephew, a former US Deputy Special Envoy for Iran and current senior research scholar, teams up with Karen Young, an expert on Gulf states' political economy. They delve into Israel's strategic airstrikes on Iran, examining immediate oil price impacts and potential Iranian retaliation. The pair highlights the complexities of U.S. involvement and the dangers posed by Iran's nuclear advancements. With rising tensions, they explore the broader implications for global energy markets and the intricate dynamics of regional politics.

Richard Nephew, a leading authority on Iran's nuclear program and former U.S. Deputy Special Envoy for Iran, discusses the precarious state of Iran's nuclear capabilities and the consequences of recent military escalations. The conversation highlights the complexities of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and the need for renewed diplomatic efforts amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. Nephew also examines the critical role of Iran's Fordow facility and the challenges of verification, urging a cooperative international approach to prevent nuclear proliferation.

In this discussion featuring Daniel Sternoff, a non-resident fellow at CGEP with expertise in energy markets, Richard Nephew, a former US deputy special envoy for Iran involved in nuclear negotiations, and Karen Young, a scholar on the political economy of the Gulf states, the experts unpack the nuances of the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran. They delve into the oil market's reactions to geopolitical shifts, the uncertain future of U.S.-Iran relations, and the complexities surrounding Iran's nuclear capabilities amid ongoing regional tensions.

In this engaging discussion, Daniel Sternhoff, a non-resident fellow at CGEP and energy expert, teams up with Richard Nephew, a former US Deputy Special Envoy for Iran, to unpack the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. They explore how U.S. involvement could reshape geopolitical landscapes and energy markets. Despite recent military tensions, they highlight the surprising stability of oil prices. The experts analyze potential diplomatic resolutions and the delicate balance Gulf nations must maintain amid rising concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions.