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Kristian Coates Ulrichsen

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Middle East

The origins of Saudi-Turkey rapprochement: is it for real?

Jamal Khashoggi's murder appears to be fading into rearview as both Riyadh and Ankara turn toward deescalating tensions.

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Middle East

The Saudi crown prince's magical makeover tour continues

But it's possible MBS won't ever be able to shake off the self-created stigmas, no matter how hard he tries.

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Middle East

Saudi fund's Newcastle United purchase puts Khashoggi murder in rearview

With English Premier League teams regularly losing money, this deal is likely more about ‘sports washing' than making a profit.

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What is driving Saudi Arabia and Oman closer?

Regional stability, friction between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and a mutual need for economic development all contribute to Saudi-Oman rapprochement.

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Middle East

Where the Abraham Accords are (and aren’t) going

Israel has improved its relationship with the UAE, but what about other Gulf countries?