Kim Ghattas, author of “Black Wave,” discusses the effects of the escalating conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iran on Lebanon and the broader Gulf region. This rivalry has deepened over the past forty years, influencing culture, religion, and collective memory in the Middle East. In Lebanon, the tension has led to economic struggles and political instability, affecting everyday life. The conflict also impacts the geopolitics of the Gulf, as countries in the region navigate alliances and power dynamics. Understanding these issues is important because they shape the future of the Middle East and can have global repercussions, including on international relations and economic stability.
QUESTION: How might the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iran influence the future opportunities and challenges faced by young people in the Middle East?
How the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran is realigning the politics of the Middle East
