Gulf States
'This isn’t a token strike,' analysts say as US prepares for a major confrontation with Iran
US military buildup in the Middle East signals a possible strike on Iran’s regime, with analysts suggesting it could lead to regime collapse within weeks.
Qatar is a ‘problem-maker,’ not peace mediator, Doha opposition leader tells ‘Post’
Pentagon approves potential sale of F-15 support, equipment to Saudi Arabia
UAE urges diplomacy as US and Iran restart nuclear negotiations
Turkey and Gulf states to launch talks for free trade pact
After years of tension, Turkey launched a diplomatic charm offensive in 2020 to mend ties with Gulf countries, namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia.
UAE restricting US strikes against Iran axis from its bases - report
Arab countries are trying to balance the desire to help the US deter Iran, while also assuaging their citizens' anger toward Israel.
Bahrain sole Gulf state publicly supporting naval alliance in Red Sea
While Houthi attacks against ships are not new, many Arab countries feel the timing of this international coalition benefits Israel, so they can't publicly support it, although it will benefit them.
Houthi threats prompt shipping companies to rethink Suez Canal use
If all traffic in the Suez Canal stopped, Egypt would lose about $13 million daily, disrupting its main foreign currency income.
For Kuwait’s new emir, ties with Saudi Arabia are key - opinion
As he takes the helm of the OPEC oil producer, Sheikh Mehshal is expected to preserve key Kuwaiti foreign policies, including support for Gulf Arab unity and Western alliances.
US Secretary of Defense Austin arrives in Kuwait
Kuwait has played a very circumspect role in the region.
Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf dies, Sheikh Meshal named as successor
Under Kuwait's constitution, the crown prince automatically becomes emir but assumes power only after taking an oath in parliament.
Qatar to host foreign ministers from Gulf on Sunday
The meeting, reported in Arab News, is expected to take place ahead of the 44th Gulf Cooperation Council Summit.
The Gulf, Gaza, and normalization - opinion
The main concerns in the Gulf states and Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Houthi drone strike kills two in Bahrain, ceasefire violations continue
The incident represented a major escalation after more than a year of relative calm in Yemen as peace efforts gained momentum.
