This episode covers the most recent wave of protests in Iran, what they mean for the government's stability, and how US regional allies are responding.

Guest Biographies

Michael Connell is an expert in Persian-Gulf security-related issues, the armed forces of Iran, U.S.-GCC security cooperation, and adversary cyber policy and strategy. He has served as CNA's Field Analyst to Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT).

Further Reading

CNA Talks: How Stable is Iran?

InDepth: Russia and China Respond—or Don't—to the 12-Day War in Iran