

Edward Carr
Deputy editor at The Economist who provides political analysis and commentary on US strategy and broader geopolitical implications.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 30min
The third Gulf war: one week on
Ann Wroe, obituaries editor who reflects on leaders; Shashank Joshi, defence editor who explains air-defence strain; Josie Delap, Middle East editor with on-the-ground insight into Iran; Edward Carr, deputy editor on US strategy. They discuss Iran’s week of escalation. Conversation covers missile salvos and interceptor shortages. They also review Khamenei’s life and the war’s uncertain objectives.

Jan 8, 2020 • 23min
Return fire: Iran’s missile attacks
Edward Carr, Deputy Editor of The Economist, and Michael Reid, Senior Editor, dive into the geopolitical fallout of Iran's missile retaliation following Qassem Suleimani's assassination. They discuss the delicate balance of U.S.-Iran relations and the complexities surrounding Iran’s military actions. Additionally, they examine Spain's freshly formed coalition government amidst fragmented politics and its potential challenges. Lastly, they touch on the rising popularity of darts, transforming from a casual pub game into a professional entertainment spectacle.


