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Slate NewsTrump Bombed Iran. Are We at War?The Trump administration bombed three Iranian nuclear sites. While the Pentagon says these facilities are severely damaged, a diplomatic end to the conflict and a nuclear disarmament agreement feel less possible than ever.
Guests:
Gregory Gause, Visiting Scholar at the Middle East Institute and Professor Emeritus of International Affairs for the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University
David Faris, political science professor at Roosevelt University, contributing writer for Slate.
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What Next | Daily News and AnalysisTrump Bombed Iran. Are We at War?The Trump administration bombed three Iranian nuclear sites. While the Pentagon says these facilities are severely damaged, a diplomatic end to the conflict and a nuclear disarmament agreement feel less possible than ever.
Guests:
Gregory Gause, Visiting Scholar at the Middle East Institute and Professor Emeritus of International Affairs for the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University
David Faris, political science professor at Roosevelt University, contributing writer for Slate.
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Slate Daily FeedTrump Bombed Iran. Are We at War?The Trump administration bombed three Iranian nuclear sites. While the Pentagon says these facilities are severely damaged, a diplomatic end to the conflict and a nuclear disarmament agreement feel less possible than ever.
Guests:
Gregory Gause, Visiting Scholar at the Middle East Institute and Professor Emeritus of International Affairs for the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University
David Faris, political science professor at Roosevelt University, contributing writer for Slate.
Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across al...2025-06-2332 min
Foreign Policy LiveIs Trump’s Middle East Policy a Break From the Past?**Hello listeners, an earlier version of this episode contained glitches due to an upload error. If you hear breaks in the audio, please download the episode again for the corrected version. Thanks for listening, and we apologize for the mishap!**
Is Trump’s Middle East Policy a Break From the Past?
Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump visited three countries in the Middle East—Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar—on the first scheduled foreign trip of his second term. While many of the headlines from the trip focused on the 747 jetliner Qatar donated for us...2025-05-2444 min
Middle East FocusTrump’s Gulf Visit: Strategic Stakes and Symbolic OpticsPresident Donald Trump is heading to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE on his first foreign trip of his second term, with major investment deals, defense cooperation, and tech diplomacy on the agenda. What are the Gulf states hoping to gain, and what does the trip signal about US policy in the region? Alistair Taylor speaks with Dr. Ibrahim al-Assil, Senior Fellow at MEI, about the goals of the visit, the geopolitical and economic dynamics at play, and how regional powers are navigating a complex landscape shaped by Iran, China, AI ambitions, and the crisis in Gaza. ...2025-05-0834 min
Middle East FocusRethinking Democracy Ep. 4: China's Growing Presence in the Middle East with Dr. F. Gregory Gause and Dr. Jon AltermanAbout the series: This is a critical year for the future of democracy. Half the world’s population will go to the polls in 2024, at a time when citizens in America and across the globe are losing faith in democratic institutions. We often view the rollback of democracy and threats to the liberal international order as separate problems, but in reality they are closely interlinked. Through a new limited podcast series, MEI’s Gonul Tol seeks to examine the interplay between democracy’s domestic and international foes as well as how to counter them. In this episode: China h...2024-09-2642 min
IIEA TalksThe Gaza War and the Crisis of the Greater Middle EastIn his address to the IIEA, F. Gregory Gause III discusses how while the Gaza War has its own unique history and immediate causes, it is also representative of a broader crisis in the Middle East. This crisis has its roots in the weakening of state authority in the Arab world. He also discusses how state collapse has empowered non-state actors to challenge state authority and struggle with their domestic rivals for control over the fallen Arab regimes. The political vacuums created by the collapse of state authority invited outside interventions, as local groups sought allies. In Prof Gause’s vi...2024-03-1223 min
What Next | Daily News and AnalysisWhat If Gaza Boils Over?As Palestinian allies like Hezbollah and Iran voice their support, is there a danger of more countries being pulled into the war in Gaza? Guest: Gregory Gause, head of the Department of International Affairs at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University, specialist in Middle East politics.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you’ll be...2023-11-1623 min
POMEPS Middle East Political Science PodcastYemen in the Shadow of Transition and the End of American Primacy (S. 12, Ep. 28)Stacey Philbrick Yadav of Hobart and William Smith Colleges joins Marc Lynch to discuss her new book, Yemen in the Shadow of Transition: Pursuing Justice Amid War. The book shows how the transitional process was ultimately overtaken by war, and explains why features of the transitional framework nevertheless remain a central reference point for civil actors engaged in peacebuilding today. (Starts at 1:09).
Gregory Gause of Texas A&M University, Waleed Hazbun of the University of Alabama, and Sarah Bush of Yale University join Marc Lynch at this years POMEPS Annual Conference to discuss American primacy, multipolarity and the region's response...2023-06-011h 03
Fault LinesEpisode 167: The Return of the MBS?Today, Les, Jamil, and special guest host Morgan Viña, NSI Fellow and JINSA’s Vice President of Government Affairs, discuss the Biden administration’s recent pivot away from retaliating against Saudi Arabia for oil-production cuts to focusing on increased regional security cooperation with Riyadh. Does the Biden administration’s pivot put the U.S. in a better position with the Saudis? How do the Senate and House differ in their approach to Saudi Arabia? How can the U.S. improve relations with Saudi Arabia while balancing defense, energy, and human rights issues?Hear our...2023-01-0908 min
99pages#18. The Arab Spring 12 Years Later--Catherine Manfre discusses "Not There Yet" with special guest Dr. Gregory Gause of Texas A&M.12 years ago, Tunisia, Egypt and other Arab countries experienced one of the most dramatic acts of civil unrest in history. The Arab Spring brought millions of protesters into the streets to oppose authoritarian rule across several Middle Eastern countries. Catherine Manfre's memoir "Not There Yet" is a fascinating story spanning from Egypt in the Arab Spring to the steps of the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. Civil unrest against government institutions feels like the norm in today's world. We are joined by Dr. Gregory Gause, a professor at The Bush School of government at Texas A&M University to answer...2022-12-1653 min
Babel: Translating the Middle EastGregory Gause: President Biden's Trip to Saudi ArabiaThis week on Babel, Jon speaks with Gregory Gause, professor of international affairs at Texas A&M University and a longstanding expert on Saudi Arabia. They talk about President Biden's upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia and what both sides hope to get out of the meeting, why Gause thinks that the United States should focus on order in the Middle East, and how the energy transition will impact U.S. engagement with the region. Then, Jon continues the conversation with Natasha Hall and Danny Sharp to break down how President Biden and U.S. officials are thinking about the...2022-07-1236 min
What Next | Daily News and AnalysisWhy Biden Can’t Ice Out Saudi ArabiaOn the campaign trail, Joe Biden called Saudi Arabia a “pariah” and said its ruling regime should be held accountable for the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. But now, rising oil prices have caused President Biden to soften his tone and plan a visit to Saudi Arabia next month. How much can the U.S. really demand of its allies?Guest: Gregory Gause, head of the Department of International Affairs at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University.If you enjoy this show, pleas...2022-06-2226 min
She Rocks Teen RadioBlack History MonthToday, we're talking about Black History Month, which wrapped up two weeks ago. We talk about Black women we admire and why. We also talk about our favorite nail styles, female rappers, and more. Produced by Coastal Youth Media and GRITS. Hosted by Brealyn Freeman, Tai DeVane, Jonaiyah Jordan, Brooklyn Gause, Janiya "Niya" Gregory, and Breani Garrison.Music:Original track by Shelyah Raelynn Tucker of TWOTL Music Group,"Feel - Instrumental Version" by Peter Spacey via Artlist"Unsilenced" by Ketsa via Free Music ArchiveSupport the show2022-03-1217 min
POMEPS Middle East Political Science PodcastFaith in Numbers, Ethnic Identity, and U.S. Relations in the Gulf (S. 11, Ep. 20)Michael Hoffman of the University of Notre Dame joins Marc Lynch on this week's podcast to discuss his new book, Faith in Numbers: Religion, Sectarianism, and Democracy. In the book, Hoffman discusses how religious identities and sectarian interests play a major part in determining regime preferences. (Starts at 0:44). Devorah Manekin of Hebrew University discusses her latest article, "Effective for Whom? Ethnic Identity and Nonviolent Resistance" (co-authored by Tamar Mitts), published in Cambridge University Press. (Starts at 29:25). Gregory Gause of Texas A&M University discusses U.S. relations with the Gulf states and broader Gulf politics. (Starts at 44:17).
Music for this se...2022-02-171h 03
Public ProblemsWhat's What, The Learn'd Astronomer, And AfghanistanWhat's What?, The Learn'd Astronomer, and Afghanistan
A video version of this episode can be found on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpKRz-PHlgA&t=454s
On this episode of Public Problems with Justin Bullock, we take a break from The Story of Us to share channel updates, a brief passage from Aldous Huxley's "The Island," Walt Whitman's "The Learn'd Astronomer," and Justin chats with Professor of International Affairs Gregory Gause about the US withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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...2021-07-3058 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Hot Takes with Dr. Justin Bullock and Dr. Gregory GauseOn this episode, join our hosts as they discuss current issues the U.S. faces on both a domestic and international scale. Topics include COVID-19, Biden’s new infrastructure bill, voting laws and the importance of democracy. This is a foreign policy and domestic policy podcast that spotlights international, national and local news topics the U.S. faces today.2021-05-1950 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Local and State Governments with Guests Dr. Ann Bowman and Dr. Robert GreerIn this episode, join our hosts, Dr. Justin Bullock and Dr. Gregory Gause, as they discuss state and local governments with guests Dr. Ann Bowman and Dr. Robert Greer. Topics include Texas vaccine roll out and reopening of businesses, infrastructure challenges and the future of local and state governments2021-05-0859 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: A New Presidential AdministrationIn this episode, listen as our hosts, Dr. Justin Bullock and Dr. Gregory Gause, discuss the trajectory of the new Biden Administration. Topics include impeachment, COVID-19 relief and the possibility of bipartisanship.2021-02-1352 min
Babel: Translating the Middle EastChanging Gulf Economies During Covid-19This week on Babel, Gregory Gause joined Jon to talk about how Gulf economies are changing during Covid-19. Greg is the head of the international affairs department at Texas A&M University and holds the John H. Lindsey '44 chair. Greg and Jon discuss Saudi Arabia's labor markets, economic reforms under MBS, and the future of the kingdom. Then, Jon, Will, and McKinley, talk about initiatives to change how young people relate to both each other and the government in the Gulf.
Jon Alterman, Ties that Bind: Family, Tribe, Nation, and the Rise of Arab Individualism, CSIS, December 2, 2019.
Gregor...2020-05-1928 min
Middle East CentreThe Saudi Arabia of Muhammad bin Salman: How Much Change?Professor Gregory Gause (Head of International Affairs Department, The Bush School of Government and Public Service) gives a talk on Saudi Arabia crown prince Muhammad bin Salman. Introduced by Dr Toby Matthiesen (St. Antony's College, Oxford. Since his father King Salman assumed the throne in 2015, his son Prince Muhammad bin Salman has been the driving force behind Saudi domestic and foreign policy, since 2017 as crown prince. While it is incontestable that the young prince has made substantial changes in the kingdom, just how significant and lasting will they be? This talk will explore this question in four areas: economic policy...2020-02-2547 min
Asian Studies CentreThe Saudi Arabia of Muhammad bin Salman: How Much Change?Professor Gregory Gause (Head of International Affairs Department, The Bush School of Government and Public Service) gives a talk on Saudi Arabia crown prince Muhammad bin Salman. Introduced by Dr Toby Matthiesen (St. Antony's College, Oxford. Since his father King Salman assumed the throne in 2015, his son Prince Muhammad bin Salman has been the driving force behind Saudi domestic and foreign policy, since 2017 as crown prince. While it is incontestable that the young prince has made substantial changes in the kingdom, just how significant and lasting will they be? This talk will explore this question in four areas: economic policy...2020-02-2547 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: On Ukraine with Ambassador Larry NapperIn this episode of Bush School Uncorked, Justin Bullock and Gregory Gause chat with Ambassador Larry Napper about the political and historical roots that have led Ukraine to its current state of affairs. Check it out!2019-12-2157 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Emerging TechnologiesIn this episode of Bush School Uncorked, Justin Bullock and Gregory Gause host Dr. Kent Portney and Dr. Jonathan Coopersmith to discuss various topics related to science and technology policy. There's a lot going on at the intersect of technology, ethics, and public policy. Check it out!2019-12-1958 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Hot Takes Fall 2019In this Bush School Uncorked Hot Takes episode, Justin Bullock and Gregory Gause discuss impeachment, the Democratic presidential candidates, and global protests. Enjoy!2019-12-171h 04Public ProblemsBush School Uncorked: U.S. Grand Strategy in the Trump Era with Dr. John SchuesslerIn this episode of Bush School Uncorked, Dr. Justin Bullock and Dr. Gregory Gause sit with Dr. John Schuessler to discuss grand strategy and concepts related to its meaning and historical significance within the United States. "U.S. Grand Strategy in the Trump Era" is specifically a dialogue on how President Trump has approached international relationships and how those interactions can impact policy on a global level. Academic, yet fun, this episode is a conversation that is worth the listen.2019-11-0857 min
Power ProblemsShould We Stay or Should We Go? The U.S. and the Middle EastGregory Gause from the Bush School at Texas A&M joins Trevor Thrall and John Glaser to discuss U.S. policy and strategy in the Middle East in the wake of the missile strike on the Saudi oil facilities.F. Gregory Gause bioF. Gregory Gause, “Should We Stay or Should We Go? The United States and the Middle East,” Survival, Fall 2019.Gregory Gause, “Why the U.S. Should Stay Out of Saudi Politics,” Foreign Affairs, December 2018.John Glaser and Emma Ashford, “Unforced Error: The Risks of Confrontation with Iran,” Cato Institute Policy Analysis , October 9, 2017.Robin Wright, “Trump’s Close-Call Diplomacy with I...2019-10-0836 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Improving Governance Outcomes in Texas with Dr. Deborah Kerr & Dr. Lori TaylorOn this episode of Bush School Uncorked, hosts Dr. Justin Bullock and Dr. Gregory Gause, sit with Dr. Deborah Kerr and Dr. Lori Taylor to discuss HB 3, an education bill that passed with unanimous votes across the Texas legislature. Titled “Improving Governance Outcomes in Texas,” this conversation focuses on the mechanics of HB 3, along with the contextual factors that were considered for its implementation. Recorded live on September 10th at Downtown Uncorked in Bryan, Texas, this episode is the first of many for this semester!2019-09-2757 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: On Women, Peace & Security with Dr. Valerie HudsonIn this final episode of the first season of Bush School Uncorked, Professors Gregory Gause and Justin Bullock host Dr. Valerie Hudson to discuss here work on Women, Peace, and Security. More information can be found about Dr. Hudson's work on her website here: https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/vhudson/
You can also find the WomanStats Database here: https://womanstats.org
Thanks for following along for a wonderful inaugural season of the Bush School Uncorked podcast. We will return in mid-September.2019-05-2648 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: On NonprofitsIn the latest episode of The Bush School of Government & Public Service's podcast, Bush School Uncorked, Justin Bullock and Gregory Gause, along with panelist Ann Bowman, host Will Brown and Kenny Taylor from the Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Bush School for a discussion on Nonprofits and Philanthropy.
A wonderful conversation is had about the role of nonprofits in modern society, questions of democratic accountability and gaps in service delivery, and the work the Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at the Bush School is doing locally, throughout the state, and globally.
Enjoy!2019-01-0757 min
Bro HistoryMohammed bin Salman's BioDr. Gregory Gause joins us to discuss the rise of Mohammad Bin Salman and the future of Saudia Arabia. Mohammad Bin Salaman (MBS) is the crown prince of Saudi Arabia. He is currently serving as the country’s deputy prime minister, chairman of the Council for Economic and Development Affairs and chairman of the Council of Political and Security Affairs. He is also the minister of defense – the world’s youngest at the time of his appointment. He is seen as the power behind the throne of his father, King Salman. He has led several reforms, which include regulations restri...2019-01-0742 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: Hot Take, Midterms 2018In this episode of Bush School Uncorked, Professors Gregory Gause and Justin Bullock provide some reflections on the 2018 US Midterms. The conversation was recorded mid-afternoon on Wednesday, November 7th, 2018.
Enjoy!
You can find a transcript for this episode and all our Bush School Uncorked episodes at: http://bush.tamu.edu/podcast.2019-01-0628 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked Episode 3: On Democracy with Jessica GottliebIn this episode of Bush School Uncorked, Professors Gregory Gause and Justin Bullock discuss democracy and democratic erosion with Professor Jessica Gottlieb. Professor Gottlieb is an expert in developing democracies, much of her work focuses on understanding how young democracies, throughout Africa, engage in governance activities. She is also currently engaged in a cross-university teaching collaboration at http://democratic-erosion.com/ which examines the prevalence of democratic erosion throughout the world.
The conversation touches on many facets of democracy that you may find interesting.
Many thanks to Professor Jessica Gottlieb for her time and the conversation!
Enjoy!2019-01-051h 02Public ProblemsBush School Uncorked Episode 1: USMCA and DiplomacyOn October 16th, Gregory Gause and Justin Bullock, with guest Raymond Robertson recorded the first episode of a new podcast sponsored by The Bush School of Government & Public Service, called “Bush School Uncorked.”
Professor Robertson schooled the hosts in the recently negotiated trade agreement, USMCA. We then explored the important world of trade and its impact on markets, countries, and individual humans.
Following Professor Robertson’s lessons in trade and empirical evidence, the conversation broadened to trade with other countries and other current conflicts on the global stage.
Given recent events, and our resident Saudi Arabia expert at the table, Profes...2019-01-0355 minPublic ProblemsBush School Uncorked: TeaserIn this teaser, Professors Justin Bullock and Gregory Gause introduce a new podcast, sponsored by The Bush School of Government & Public Service, called "Bush School Uncorked."2019-01-0205 min
Richardson InstituteSEPADPod with Gregory GauseOn this episode of SEPADPod Simon speaks with F. Gregory Gause, III is the John H. Lindsey ’44 Chair, professor of international affairs and head of the International Affairs Department at the Bush School of Government and Public Service, Texas A&M University. Greg is the author of myriad books, articles and chapters pertaining to Middle Eastern politics, the role of oil, and the influence of the US. On the podcast Greg and Simon talk about the role of the state, sovereignty and the changing nature of regional politics.2018-11-3027 min
Notre Dame International Security CenterStudents Talk Security: Phantom Warriors: What Happened to the Kurds?Phantom Warriors: What Happened to the Kurds?
An interview with Dr. F. Gregory Gause, III by Carlo Perri
Summary:
In considering contemporary Middle Eastern geopolitics, it is nearly impossible to exclude discussion of the distinct groups of people who make up its major players. Furthermore, in light of the recent turmoil that has plagued the region, one of those major players has risen to prominence and earned the general support of the West. That group is the Kurds.
Serving a crucial role in the defeat of ISIS in the Levant, these people enjoyed a distanced celebrity status with America and...2018-10-1031 min
Public ProblemsEpisode #2: On U.S. Relations With The Middle-East With Guest Gregory GauseDr. F. Gregory Gause, III, today’s guest, is Head of the International Affairs Department at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University and holds the John H. Lindsey Chair 44’. Given his vast expertise in the international politics of the Middle East, Dr. Gause accompanies the host through the troubled history of the Middle East and America’s role in shaping the region, dating back to the end of the Second World War, representing the initiation of substantive American influence in the area. The Middle East is as much a conundrum as it is widely...2017-10-121h 23
Stride & SaunterEpisode 143: "Can Democracy Stop Terrorism?"Since the September 11th terror attacks, the United States has continued to wage a "war on terror". It has been the catalyst for numerous political and ideological shifts around the globe over the past sixteen years and reflects a turning point of sorts. It is important to examine, given attacks in recent years, how democracy plays into the topic of terrorism. This week we're joined by Sam Whipple to look at a 2005 article by F. Gregory Gause III entitled "Can Democracy Stop Terrorism?" and to explore the role democracies play in combating 21st century terrorism. How are democracies organized in...2017-05-0429 min
Download the Best Full Audiobooks in Newspapers & Magazines, News & Culture New ReleasesThe Future of US-Saudi Relations Audiobook by Gregory Gause IIIVisit https://hotaudiobook.cοm to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: The Future of US-Saudi Relations
Author: Gregory Gause III
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Release date: 06-14-16
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The relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia has come under unprecedented strains in recent years. US President Barack Obama has openly questioned Riyadh's value as an ally, accusing it of provoking sectarian conflict in the region. According to The Atlantics Jeffrey Goldberg, when Malcolm Turnbull, Australias prime minister, asked Obama whether h...2016-06-1433 min
POMEPS Middle East Political Science PodcastSaudi Arabia’s New Challenges: A Conversation with Greg Gause (S. 5, Ep. 2)Saudi Arabia is facing challenges: the global oil slump, the future of the GCC's collective stability and its intervention in Yemen.
"Yemen was the place they decided to strike back," Greg Gause tells Marc Lynch in this latest POMEPS podcast. "I think both because they've always seen it as their backyard — part of their special preserve — where they were least likely to directly confront the Iranians. You do something like they're doing in Syria, and you're fighting the Iranians directly."
There are signs, Gause says, that an end may be in sight. "The fact there was a Houthi delegation in Riya...2016-06-0615 min
Center on Global Energy PolicyGCC Countries in the New Oil World (1/28/16)The collapse of oil prices since mid-2014 has shaken many of the cornerstones of the oil markets. For decades, oil-importing countries have relied on the oil-producing economies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to balance the global market. At the same time, oil has financed the rapid development of the GCC nations, and, as such, the modern history of oil and the Middle East cannot be disentangled. But the oil market has not been standing still. As part of its efforts to help improve understanding of the challenging issues emerging from the new oil world, the Center on Global...2016-02-0300 min
The Robert Strauss CenterPanel 2: Assessing Our Understanding of the Arab SpringMelani Cammett, Brown University
Gregory Gause, Texas A&M University
Amaney Jamal, Princeton University
"The Arab Spring: Pathways of Repression and Reform"
A public conference hosted by the Robert Strauss Center at the University of Texas at Austin.2015-05-221h 16
The Robert Strauss CenterThe New Middle East Cold WarDr. Gregory Gause, Professor at the University of Vermont2015-05-221h 14
2014 | LSE Public lectures and events | VideoThe New Middle East Cold WarContributor(s): F. Gregory Gause, III | The contest for influence in the post-Arab Spring Middle East is being played out in the domestic politics of states where governance is weak, collapsing or collapsed. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Turkey, Israel and other states seek to gain influence and check each other by finding allies in the domestic political struggles of Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and elsewhere. Meanwhile, ideological struggles in both Sunni and Shia Islam and between more Islamist and more secular forces complicate the already difficult task of reconstructing state authority, inviting foreign intervention and influence across the region. F...2014-05-0150 min2014 | LSE Public lectures and events | Audio and pdfThe New Middle East Cold WarContributor(s): F. Gregory Gause, III | The contest for influence in the post-Arab Spring Middle East is being played out in the domestic politics of states where governance is weak, collapsing or collapsed. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Turkey, Israel and other states seek to gain influence and check each other by finding allies in the domestic political struggles of Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and elsewhere. Meanwhile, ideological struggles in both Sunni and Shia Islam and between more Islamist and more secular forces complicate the already difficult task of reconstructing state authority, inviting foreign intervention and influence across the region. F...2014-05-0150 minSummer 2014 | Public lectures and events | Audio and pdfThe New Middle East Cold WarContributor(s): F. Gregory Gause, III | The contest for influence in the post-Arab Spring Middle East is being played out in the domestic politics of states where governance is weak, collapsing or collapsed. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Turkey, Israel and other states seek to gain influence and check each other by finding allies in the domestic political struggles of Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and elsewhere. Meanwhile, ideological struggles in both Sunni and Shia Islam and between more Islamist and more secular forces complicate the already difficult task of reconstructing state authority, inviting foreign intervention and influence across the region. F...2014-05-0150 minSummer 2014 | Public lectures and events | VideoThe New Middle East Cold WarContributor(s): F. Gregory Gause, III | The contest for influence in the post-Arab Spring Middle East is being played out in the domestic politics of states where governance is weak, collapsing or collapsed. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Turkey, Israel and other states seek to gain influence and check each other by finding allies in the domestic political struggles of Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen and elsewhere. Meanwhile, ideological struggles in both Sunni and Shia Islam and between more Islamist and more secular forces complicate the already difficult task of reconstructing state authority, inviting foreign intervention and influence across the region. F...2014-05-0150 min
LSE IDEAS | VideoThe New Middle East Cold War [Video]Contributor(s): Professor F. Gregory Gause III | Professor F. Gregory Gause III talks about his public lecture ‘The New Middle East Cold War’, organised by the LSE IDEAS Kuwait Programme and LSE Middle East Centre.2014-05-0105 min
Mershon Center Speaker SeriesOil and Democratic Prospects in the Persian Gulf StatesGause, F. Gregory2007-05-2400 min
Mershon Center for International Studies Guest Speakers 2006 - 2007Gause, F. GregoryOil and Democratic Prospects in the Persian Gulf States2007-05-2400 min