The Iran Reckoning with Afshon Ostovar

Join renowned Iran expert Afshon Ostovar as he explores the strategic dynamics, military developments, and geopolitical tensions shaping Iran and its partners, rivals, and interests in the Middle East and beyond.

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Oil, Sanctions, and the State of the Iranian Economy

The Iran Reckoning with Afshon Ostovar
August 4, 2025

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Episode Notes:

Gregory Brew joins Afshon to discuss how oil shapes Iran's economy and its geopolitical significance. They examine Iran's emergence as the Middle East's first oil producer, how Tehran navigates sanctions, and how recent events have pushed Iran closer to China.

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