Replay: What the Israel-Iran war means for the Middle East, nuclear escalation and the global economy

Our expert panel on 'one of the most dangerous phases in the region in decades'

Trending Middle East podcast host, Yasmeen Altaji and a panel of The National correspondents and editors unpack the latest escalation between Israel and Iran.

Foreign Editor Mohamad Ali Harisi, Beirut Correspondent Nada Homsi and Geo-Economics Editor Manus Cranny answer your questions as they discuss this dangerous new chapter in regional tensions.

From the terrifying reality of nuclear escalation to the impact on oil prices, our expert panel examines what the implications are across the Middle East, for global markets and upon the future of warfare.

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Updated: June 20, 2025, 4:25 AM