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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 1H 12M

Axis of Instability: The U.S., Israel, Iran and the Gulf

from Commonwealth Club of California Podcast · host Commonwealth Club of California

What is the outcome of the escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, Iran and Gulf Arab nations?  Join us for a conversation on this timely topic, focusing on the shifting regional balance of power among key actors, their nuclear capabilities and impact on the future proliferation regime, and the outcome of their military and proxy warfare. Experts will analyze the impacts of joint U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, the security of critical Gulf shipping lanes, domestic politics, and future scenarios for conflict escalation or stability. A Middle East Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. OrganizerBanafsheh Keynoush  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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