
Paul Wallace
Bloomberg's reporter covering the Middle East, providing insights and analysis on the Syrian conflict and its geopolitical implications.
Top 10 podcasts with Paul Wallace
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Dec 9, 2024 • 15min
The Middle East After Assad
In this insightful discussion, Paul Wallace, a Bloomberg reporter specializing in the Middle East, analyzes the consequences of Bashar Al-Assad's fall from power. He delves into the chaotic aftermath of Assad's 24-year rule and the new power dynamics emerging in Syria. The conversation explores the geopolitical implications for countries like Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah, while also addressing the complex emotions felt by the Syrian people. Wallace provides a compelling look at how this shift could reshape the entire region.

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Mar 11, 2026 • 19min
Gigantic Oil Release Report, Hormuz Strait Mine Threat, Hedge Funds Lose $1.5B
Nishant Kumar, Bloomberg hedge fund correspondent who tracks big fund losses, and Paul Wallace, Middle East managing editor reporting from the Strait of Hormuz. They discuss a record IEA oil reserve release proposal. They cover threats of mines in Hormuz and the impact on tanker traffic. They explain how rapid market moves have triggered huge hedge fund losses.

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Mar 13, 2026 • 16min
Trump Warns Iran; Hormuz Threat Keeps Oil on Edge
Paul Wallace, Bloomberg managing editor covering Middle East and Africa, gives on-the-ground analysis of the Iran war and regional fallout. He discusses Iran’s defiant messaging and threats to the Strait of Hormuz. He also breaks down strikes around Tehran, risks of new fronts including Houthi involvement, and how markets and oil are reacting to the conflict.

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Mar 4, 2026 • 22min
War Causes Market Turmoil; Trump Seeks Oil Security
Michael Barr, Bloomberg correspondent covering New York headlines. Patrick Sykes, Middle East breaking news editor with regional updates. Paul Wallace, Middle East managing editor reporting on-the-ground developments. They discuss escalating strikes across the Middle East, U.S. plans to secure oil shipments, market turmoil from the conflict, diplomatic fallout and possible paths to de-escalation.

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Mar 16, 2026 • 18min
Trump ‘Demanding’ Help, Iran Tests NATO Defences, Global Fuel Crisis
Suzanne Lynch, Brussels bureau chief covering EU energy and policy, and Paul Wallace, Middle East economics editor on regional security and markets, discuss the Strait of Hormuz standoff and calls for allied escorts. They cover NATO air defenses tested by missile strikes, Gulf economies under strain, and EU plans for targeted energy relief and maritime safety.

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Feb 19, 2026 • 14min
US Ratchets Up Iran Pressure; OpenAI Funding to Top $100 Billion
Paul Wallace, Bloomberg managing editor based in Dubai, provides on-the-ground analysis of Middle East diplomacy and U.S.-Iran military moves. He discusses the latest Iran talks and the U.S. military buildup raising strike concerns. He also covers the impact on oil prices and the new U.S. visa and communications measures targeting Iranian officials.

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Mar 24, 2026 • 21min
Gulf States Weigh Joining War, Iran Denies Trump Talks, EU-Australia Trade Deal
Paul Wallace, Bloomberg managing editor for Middle East economics and government, offers sharp regional analysis. He discusses the risk of Gulf states joining hostilities with Iran. He explains disputed claims about talks with Iran and how indirect negotiations are being handled. He outlines the economic shockwaves—energy, GDP and trade impacts—from the Iran conflict and what joining the fighting would mean.

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Jan 12, 2026 • 24min
Fed Served With Subpoenas, Iran Closer To Revolution, Europe-China Chip Feud
In this insightful discussion, Daniel Moss analyzes the implications of Federal Reserve subpoenas on its independence and market responses. Paul Wallace dives into the escalating protests in Iran, exploring triggers for potential upheaval and its global ramifications. Lastly, Sarah Jacob sheds light on the looming Europe-China chip feud, focusing on the high-stakes legal battle involving Nexperia and its impact on supply chains. Together, they tackle the intersection of politics, economics, and technology in a rapidly changing world.

Jan 14, 2026 • 16min
US Weighs Iran Action, Trump Says Dimon ‘Wrong’, Sweden’s Green U-Turn
In this insightful discussion, Paul Wallace, Middle East managing editor at Bloomberg, dives deep into the escalating protests in Iran and Trump's potential actions in response to casualties. He highlights the complex geopolitical landscape of the region. Meanwhile, Charlie Duxbury, Bloomberg correspondent in Stockholm, sheds light on Sweden's retreat from its ambitious green initiatives, attributing this shift to rising populism and the influence of Trump's anti-environment agenda. Together, they explore the broader implications for both nations.

Sep 30, 2025 • 22min
US Shutdown Looms Large, 20-Point Gaza Plan, Starmer Pitches Decency
Derek Wolbank, Senior U.S. government editor at Bloomberg, discusses the imminent U.S. government shutdown and its political implications. He shares insights on the blame game among lawmakers and the potential impacts on everyday life. Meanwhile, Paul Wallace, Middle East and Africa managing editor at Bloomberg, delves into the 20-point Gaza peace plan proposed by Trump and Netanyahu, analyzing its unique elements and the regional response. Together, they explore the challenges ahead for both U.S. politics and Middle Eastern diplomacy.


