Gulf States
After Iran war, attack on Gulf States, will the GCC withdraw from Arab League - analysis
Abdullah Al-Khamis, a Kuwaiti political journalist, proposes an alternative: an Arab coordination council comprising the Gulf states, Jordan, Morocco, and Syria.
Turkey, Syria, Jordan unveil Gulf-Europe rail corridor as Ankara pushes alternative trade routes
Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz as tankers move towards Strait
US-Israel war with Iran reshapes global alliances, benefits Russia - opinion
Ukraine downed Iranian drones in Middle East during Iran war, Zelensky claims
In recent years, Ukrainian drone-makers have unveiled and combat-tested several drone interceptors that can sometimes be 3D-printed and cost significantly less than traditional air defense systems.
Tehran’s greatest blunder - opinion
The regional alliance Iran built against itself.
Pakistan sending troops to Saudi Arabia could shift tide in war against Iran - opinion
On one hand, Pakistan’s involvement could increase pressure on Iran. On the other hand, it brings Saudi Arabia closer to a country that has expressed hostile positions toward Israel.
IMF warns Strait of Hormuz might never be back to normal
The IMF warned that the situation at Hormuz could be similar to the one in Bab-al-Mandeb, where shipping lanes haven’t yet recovered ever since the first Houthi attack.
Israel – hegemon or partner? The Middle East is divided- opinion
Israel’s military successes so far are already generating waves across the Middle East regarding its place on the “day after.”
After the war: A more coordinated, but still divided, Gulf - opinion
Iranian strikes, targeting not only military assets but also civilian infrastructure, have underscored vulnerabilities across the Gulf.
Kuwait arrests 24 for financing terrorist entities, report claims former lawmakers among detained
Kuwait announced the disruption of multiple Hezbollah cells since the Islamic regime began attacking Gulf countries.
Gulf states on edge as US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without deal - analysis
The Gulf is likely feeling that some of its concerns are being addressed and that many countries want to see the talks continue.
Gulf States welcome ceasefire deal between US, Israel, and Iran, demand end to all attacks
Even amid ongoing Iranian missile and rocket attacks against Gulf facilities, the states from the region welcomed the ceasefire, demanding an end to hostilities.
Kuwait, Bahrain push preemptive measures, close bridges as Iran threatens transport infrastructure
The main route linking Bahrain and Saudi Arabia was closed, while Kuwait ordered citizens nationwide to stay near protected areas from midnight till 6 a.m.
