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The Turbulent World with James M. Dorsey

James M. Dorsey
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Dr. James M. Dorsey is a senior fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, co-director of the University of Würzburg’s Institute for Fan Culture, and co-host of the New Books in Middle Eastern Studies podcast. James is the author of The Turbulent World of Middle East Soccer blog, a book with the same title as well as Comparative Political Transitions between Southeast Asia and th... more

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Three months into the Iran war, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have largely been absent, depriving Iran of an opportunity to increase further pressure on Saudi Arabia, global energy markets, and international trade. The Houthis could have bolstere... more

James discusses on Radio Islam this week’s Middle East developments.

A resumption of Iran war hostilities could jeopardise Pakistani mediation and turn the South Asian nation into a combatant as differences between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates shape Gulf relations with the sub-continent.

James discusses on TRT World the Iran war’s economic fallout in the Gulf states

The Gulf states’ divergent responses to the Iran war are part of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)’s DNA. Founded in Abu Dhabi in 1981 by the region’s six monarchies, the GCC aimed to be a hub for military coordination, intelligence sharing, and eco... more

A US and Bahraini draft United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a halt to Iran's throttling of traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz has spotlighted US-Chinese disagreements rather than the consensus President Donald Trump cla... more

James discusses the struggle for the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump’s visit to China, US-Gulf relations, and the return of sectarianism on Radio Islam.

US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s response to peace talks as tensions rise ahead of his trip to China, while global powers prepare military plans to restore trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz. CNA938’s Daniel Martin speaks with Jam... more

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Host of The Turbulent World, with affiliations to The Turbulent World (Substack and podcast) and related academic and regional studies networks.

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Iran war disrupts Gulf states' economic ambitions
Q: How serious is the economic fallout from this conflict for Gulf countries?
The guest explains the fallout is substantial and multifaceted, including physical disruption to exports through the Strait of Hormuz, broader economic damage, and reputational harm that undermines Gulf states' positions as stable, global hubs.
Will the Iran war gun remain silent
Q: Who has Washington actually been talking to, and can they deliver a deal?
Dorsey notes Iran's leadership is pluralistic, not a single dictator, and identifies an informal five-person committee that governs day-to-day affairs, with figures like the current Speaker of the Parliament playing key roles; this implies negotiations involve a broader set of actors than a single leader, complicating the path to an agreement.
Will the Iran war gun remain silent
Q: Is the Iranian official's statement about buying time for a surprise strike credible?
Dorsey suggests it reflects Tehran's distrust and argues that both sides have historically used pressure to seek concessions, with Iran often resisting under pressure while maintaining a unified stance when able to publicly do so.
Whither the Iran War?
Q: What constitutes victory in the eyes of the US, and will Israel stop fighting if those goalposts shift?
The guest argues that victory is not clearly defined in U.S. policy and that goalposts keep shifting, complicating any straightforward assessment of outcomes or exit strategies; a concrete victory condition is needed for any plausible end to hostilities.
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Q: How might the mood of people in the Gulf influence how these countries respond?
There is anger both at the Iranians and the Americans and Israelis, changing perceptions of national security in the Gulf region significantly.

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Geopolitical analysis and global affairs with a sharp focus on Middle East dynamics, U.S.–Iran tensions, and the strategic calculus surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Episodes frequently center on how public statements, leadership decisions, and regional power shifts shape energy markets, international diplomacy, and alliance politics, often weaving in historical comparisons and critical viewpoints of Western policy. A notable strength is the solo-host analytical voice that combines rigorous synthesis with timely commentary, frequently inviting perspectives from regional experts or notable guests while maintaining a cohesive throughline about risk, miscalculation, and the costs of escalation. Potential listeners include policy professionals,... more

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