<p>In this episode, hosts Darya Dolzikova and Tobias Borck discuss Qatar and Oman’s perspectives on Iran, its nuclear programme and regional security. Dr Andreas Krieg from King’s College London describes Qatar’s unique position in the region and explains how the country balances relations with Iran and its Arab neighbours. Turki al-Bulushi (Bloomberg) explains why neutrality is a core principle of Omani foreign policy, even in relations with its Gulf neighbours. Darya and Tobias also assess the latest developments in the region and the Iran nuclear talks.</p>

Episode 5: The View from the United Arab Emirates

Mind the Gulf explores how the Iranian nuclear programme – and international diplomatic efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon – interact with regional security dynamics and the wider Middle East.

Join RUSI Research Fellows Darya Dolzikova and Tobias Borck as they invite subject-matter experts from the six Gulf monarchies (Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE), Iran, and other key players from across the Middle East and beyond to share perspectives that do not always feature in Western-based discussions on the Iranian nuclear programme . The podcast is part of RUSI’s Iran in the Global Security Context project.