WorldBremmer Says Iran’s Leverage Is Real but Will Diminish

Name: Bremmer Says Iran’s Leverage Is Real but Will Diminish
Uploaded: 2026-09-11T22:23:48.000Z
Description: Ian Bremmer says disruptions to Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline and the Houthis’ ability to threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait show how weaker regional powers can gain leverage through disruption. He says Iran’s leverage is substantial now, but expects countries to build resilience and reduce their exposure to Tehran over time.

Ian Bremmer says disruptions to Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline and the Houthis’ ability to threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait show how weaker regional powers can gain leverage through disruption. He says Iran’s leverage is substantial now, but expects countries to build resilience and reduce their exposure to Tehran over time.

Bloomberg Television 2026-09-11 22:23