Kim Gattas
Journalist and contributing writer to the Financial Times. She has covered the Middle East for decades and is the author of Black Wave, a book about the long rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 10min
What Does the Israel-Iran War Mean for the Middle East?
Kim Gattas, a seasoned journalist and author of *Black Wave*, shares her insights on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. She discusses how Middle Eastern countries are responding to the situation and the potential for a wider war. The podcast features poignant accounts from Tehran residents deliberating whether to flee as tensions rise. Gattas highlights the resilience of Iranians who choose to stay, offering a deep dive into the emotional struggles faced amid chaos and uncertainty.
Mar 20, 2026 • 47min
Iranian leader: Enemies’ security must be taken away
Kim Gattas, contributing editor with on-the-ground Middle East reporting, breaks down Iran-Israel tensions and regional fallout. She outlines risks of strikes, Gulf states’ dilemmas, and dangers of a Kharg Island operation. Short, sharp takes on shifting leadership, asymmetrical attacks, and Lebanon’s fragile position.
Mar 4, 2026 • 53min
James Talarico wins Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Kim Gattas, Financial Times editor reporting from Beirut, offers on-the-ground views of Lebanon and Hezbollah. David Ignatius, Washington Post columnist, provides foreign policy analysis on Iran. They discuss U.S.-Israel strikes, regional escalation and air combat reports. Conversation covers planning gaps, potential targets and shifting power dynamics across the Middle East.
