Middle East
Gulf states struggle to recover economically after 6 months of war
The Iran conflict has scared away tourists and expats while reducing crucial fossil fuel exports
September 01, 2026
The Iran conflict has scared away tourists and expats while reducing crucial fossil fuel exports
Experts debate the value in congressional actions against the country’s Rapid Support Forces, which are being fueled in part by one of Washington's closest partners — the UAE
The agreements can't bring peace because they sidestep the root cause of instability in the Middle East
To do so would rebuff Washington at a time when rebuilding and recalibrating in the wake of a shocking Iran War outcome is of the essence
The Emirates promised Trump a huge investment, which appears to be playing a role in Washington's unwillingness to intervene in their arm sales to RSF
Leaders in Tehran are quietly discussing ways to reestablish deterrence by threatening Tel Aviv's closest Gulf partner
