LONDON, Nov 12: Two Iranian men accused of spying on journalists working for a Persian-language broadcaster in London were found guilty of spying for Tehran on Thursday.
Many places in the Persian Gulf like Dubai, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, have spent decades modernizing and inviting investment from around the world. But that effort has been stymied by wars that have landed on their doorstep– including conflicts in Yemen and Iran.We go to Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, to hear how these wars are threatening the kingdom’s plans for the future. And we hear how other Gulf states are worried about the possibility of renewed attacks on Iran and the retaliation that could follow.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
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