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.Kristian Coates UlrichsenJune 07, 2022
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.Kristian Coates UlrichsenDecember 21, 2021
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.Kristian Coates UlrichsenOctober 09, 2021
Middle East 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.Kristian Coates UlrichsenGiorgio CafieroJuly 29, 2021
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?Kristian Coates UlrichsenGiorgio CafieroJuly 08, 2021