Gordon Gray
Ambassador to Tunisia from 2009 to 2012. He also served for more than three decades in the Foreign Service, including in Egypt, Canada, Jordan, Iraq, and Pakistan. He's now the Kuwait Professor of Gulf and Arabian Affairs at the Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington University.
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Mar 14, 2026 • 24min
Is the Iran war benefitting Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu?
Gordon Gray, former U.S. ambassador with deep policy experience; Mohamed Salah, Gaza-based NGO founder reporting on humanitarian realities; Abdullah Al-Ataybi, political scientist analyzing Gulf diplomacy. They discuss Gaza’s worsening humanitarian conditions. They unpack stalled aid deals, shifting global attention to Iran, political consequences for Netanyahu, and doubts about regional stabilization efforts.
Apr 2, 2026 • 25min
As support for war fades, what Is Israel seeking in Iran?
Yossi Mekelberg, Chatham House fellow on Israeli public opinion; Gordon Gray, Georgetown expert on Gulf affairs and former U.S. ambassador; Daniel Levy, U.S./Middle East Project president and ex-Israeli negotiator. They debate Israel’s aims in strikes on Iran. Short takes on shifting public support, U.S. decision-making, military goals and regional power plays. Tense snapshots of missiles, diplomacy and political risks.
Jun 25, 2025 • 33min
Ask An Ambassador
Ryan Crocker, a former U.S. ambassador to six countries, Susan Ziada, and Gordon Gray, discuss the crucial roles of ambassadors in protecting U.S. citizens abroad during crises. They share insights from recent alerts in Qatar and delve into the complexities of Middle Eastern diplomacy. The conversation touches on the importance of effective communication and relationships amongst agencies, especially in times of conflict. They also evaluate the impact of political ambassadorships versus those with formal training, emphasizing the evolving geopolitical landscape.
