The Mercer Ledger

The Mercer Ledger

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The Mercer Ledger episodes

  • The Executive Hostage - July 21, 2026

    Mojtaba Khameni is in a precarious state. The Iranian regime is not in the position for a sustain war. We look at the situation on the ground and what history shows Iran leadership will do when faced with the prospect of the end.



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    8 min
  • The “Prize” of Normalization - July 16, 2026

    Senator Lindsey Graham, prior to his death on July 11, was working toward of goal of normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia. His death has impacts for the development of a Middle East peace framework behind the scenes. Listen in to learn more.



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    4 min
  • Oil Prices Are Up - But a Bigger Downturn May Still Be Coming - July 15, 2026

    A clear look at the recent surge in oil prices and why it may be hiding a larger supply story. Saudi price cuts, OPEC+ production increases, and delays in the Strait of Hormuz are building pressure behind the scenes. The higher-probability outcome is a price drop once the current tensions ease.



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    3 min
  • The Mercer Ledger - July 12, 2026

    A closer look at the Charter of the Board of Peace.



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    4 min
  • The Mercer Ledger - July 5, 2026

    This week we take a look at the ISF, it’s mandates, mechanics, and where its progress on implementation currently sits.



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    5 min
  • The Mercer Ledger - June 30, 2026

    We take a look at some of the recent developments in the Middle East and what the U.S. Administration is doing, that point toward a larger peace initiative in the works.



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    4 min
  • The Mercer Ledger - June 29, 2026

    In this episode, we examine the economic impacts of Tropical Storm Arthur.



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    5 min

About The Mercer Ledger

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The Mercer Ledger delivers clear-eyed, structural analysis of the post-ceasefire Middle East stabilization framework, cutting through the noise to track the real mechanical gears of the Board of Peace, International Stabilization Force, governance handoffs, security perimeters, and regional linkages.