Is Jordan caught in the middle of Iran war? | Global Faultlines podcast
This podcast episode examines Jordan's geopolitical stability amidst the volatile landscape of West Asia. It explores how the kingdom balances its strategic alliances with the U.S. and Israel while navigating regional conflicts.
Why it matters
Understanding Jordan's diplomatic balancing act is crucial for assessing regional stability and the potential for broader conflict escalation in the Middle East.
Jordan rarely dominates the headlines, yet it sits at the heart of some of West Asia’s biggest geopolitical faultlines. Bordering Israel and the occupied West Bank, Syria, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, the kingdom has been shaped by the Palestinian question, successive regional wars, and shifting alliances.
How has Jordan managed to remain stable despite being surrounded by conflict? And can it continue balancing its ties with the United States and Israel while responding to growing regional tensions?
In this episode of Global faultlines, we explore Jordan’s history, its strategic importance, and the challenges shaping its future.
Expert: Stanly Johny, International Affairs Editor, The Hindu
Research, Editing and Production: Sharmada Venkatasubramanian
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