Middle East
Regional monarchs nervously watching events in Israel-Palestine
The situation is particularly complicated for the UAE and Bahrain, two Gulf countries that signed the Abraham Accords.
February 13, 2023
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Middle East
China dips toes in the Gulf, puts Iran on the defensive
Beijing and Iran always had 'convenient' relations, but the former's visit to Saudi Arabia exposed some new limits.
December 20, 2022
Middle East
An economic transition fraught with danger for the petro-States of the Gulf
Attempts at “adjustment programs” have been met with protest and younger generations are likely to hold their countries' rulers to account.
July 31, 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.
July 29, 2021
Middle East
A new beginning for Egypt-Qatar relations?
Cairo may be making nice to appease Washington, but that's better than the alternative.
January 26, 2021
Middle East
The Al-Ula Summit: 'winning' implications for Kuwait and Oman
But if the factors behind the GCC split aren't addressed, and there are many, it's possible all parties will still view each other with suspicion.
January 16, 2021
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