Dr Geoffrey Miller: "New Zealand could be quite useful" for Iran-U.S. relationship episode artwork

EPISODE · May 3, 2026 · 16 MIN

Dr Geoffrey Miller: "New Zealand could be quite useful" for Iran-U.S. relationship

from The Weekend Collective · host Newstalk ZB

New Zealand has received a preliminary proposal from the United States requesting help in opening the Strait of Hormuz -  possibly as part of a coalition that would restore access to the strait. So yes we're apparently just one of a number of countries that received a proposal.  Foreign Affairs minister Winston Peters says we're seeking more information and as such won't be making a decision anytime soon.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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