Gulf
Iran temporarily closes Strait of Hormuz due to 'security precautions,' shipping safety
According to Fars, the IRGC Navy commander declared that, "The weapon that reaches the battlefield on the day of war is different from what is displayed in exercises."
Reuters sees map of UAE plans for Gaza housing complex on Israeli side of Gaza's Yellow Line
'Still lethal': As Tehran tests US resolve, Iranian drones pose a deadly threat, experts say
US seeks to prevent further Iranian harrasment of ships in Gulf - analysis
Voices from the Arab press: Eliminating the supply chain of drugs
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
UAE says it withdrew from US-led maritime coalition two months ago
The Combined Maritime Forces is a 34-nation task force working on security, counter-terrorism and counter-piracy in the Red Sea and Gulf areas.
France, US, UK's show of naval strength against Iran in the Persian Gulf - analysis
Cooper said that “the Paul Hamilton team is doing remarkable work as we step up our patrols with regional allies and partners…This effort is about enhancing our collective vigilance and presence.”
Indian businesses invest billions in GCC
Experts disagree on the extent to which the Indian investments benefit the local economies
Middle East, Iranian media raise anger over Israeli 'crimes' on Temple Mount
A long list of condemnations and negative reports have emphasized the growing anger in the region at Israel over the Jerusalem tensions.
Will Gulf countries support the Syria-Turkey reconciliation? - analysis
Qatar, like Turkey, has backed the Syrian rebels and would not want to be seen to be selling them out. But it is also close to Iran as well as a strategic US partner.
Saudi, Iranian FMs to meet, discuss reopening embassies -Saudi state news
Earlier this month, Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to re-establish relations.
Iraq’s former PM played key role in Iran-Saudi ties - analysis
Iraq’s role as a broker is also important and may show how Iraq can continue to work with both the Gulf, Iran, the US and other countries in the region.
What are the implications and challenges of the Syrian regime making inroads in the Gulf?
Syria's Assad is making outreach to Turkey via Moscow now that it knows China and Moscow can't help to rebuild Syria fast enough.
Iran attacks ship owned by Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer - report
Both US military officers and Iranian officials confirmed several Iranian drones and vessels attacked the ship.
