Washington Politics
Emergency waivers move arms for Israel, UAE to speed lane
Trump admin is pushing deals for weapons that often haven’t been built yet
April 09, 2026
Trump admin is pushing deals for weapons that often haven’t been built yet
The Emirates are determined to regain control of Abu Musa and Greater and Lesser Tunbs, which sit near the Strait of Hormuz
GCC countries have taken the brunt of the Iranian response, but they've remained on the sidelines — for now
The move will send shockwaves across the Middle East, where the organization has deep roots
The Emiratis' desire to crush Islamists and dominate geopolitically at all costs, particularly in Yemen and Sudan, is clashing with old friends in Riyadh
It might have set back the Emirates' support some, but the STC secessionist movement is strong and still on a roll towards carving out a separate state
