Sarhang Hamasaeed on Iran and Iraq Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

March 19, 2020 00:12:08
Sarhang Hamasaeed on Iran and Iraq Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sarhang Hamasaeed on Iran and Iraq Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Mar 19 2020 | 00:12:08

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Show Notes

As the coronavirus pandemic spreads in both countries, USIP’s Sarhang Hamasaeed examines the obstacles facing Iraq’s newly appointed prime minister, as well as whether addressing the crisis might open the door for de-escalation between the U.S. and Iran, saying, “I do hope that these unfortunate challenges still come with some opportunity.”

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