Gulf States
Gulf, Arab states celebrate Israel's shift on Gaza aid as achievement - analysis
This highlights the significance of this for these countries and other Arab states. The UAE is a member of the Abraham Accords. Some have assumed that Saudi Arabia might join in the future.
Saudi crown prince meets Iranian foreign minister in Jeddah
Deterrence to diplomacy: Can Israel’s military might facilitate Middle East peace? - opinion
Axis of the weak: Iran's proxy network has been severely damaged - opinion
Gulf states seeking stability, hope US strikes on Iran will not spark wider conflict - analysis
Most of these countries have already dealt with the 624 days of crisis that Hamas's October 7 massacre caused. They want regional stability and peace.
From the Basij to Balochistan: How Iran has encircled the Arab world - opinion
Iran’s peripheral militias and quiet encirclement of the Arab world.
How the keffiyeh has been co-opted and weaponized - opinion
The keffiyeh is now worn as a symbol of violence, terror, incitement, and antisemitism.
Understanding Pakistan’s risky alignment with Iran - opinion
Pakistan’s tilt toward Iran may carry significant costs. Washington has warned that countries doing business with Tehran could face secondary sanctions.
Behind the Gulf’s condemnations: A strategic interest in Israel's strikes on Iran - opinion
Despite the public discourse, Israel's strikes on Iran align with the strategic interests of the Gulf states.
Public condemnation, private interest: Arab world response to Israel's Iran strikes - opinion
Almost all Arab states that have signed peace or normalization agreements with Israel issued statements of condemnation against the attack.
Trump lays out new Middle East vision, from ceasefires to regional partners - analysis
President Trump’s evolving Middle East policy, highlighting a strategic shift from traditional Western intervention toward fostering regional partnerships, diplomacy, and sustainable peace.
Senate Democrats warn against AI chip deals with Gulf states
The appeal comes after President Donald Trump’s recent visit to the Gulf, during which he announced plans for American companies to supply tens of thousands of high-end AI chips to the region.
Israel is at risk of being outbid in Trump’s Middle East marketplace - analysis
Israel must rethink asserting its value to Washington: not through nostalgia or goodwill, but through enhanced defense and intelligence cooperation that benefits the US economy.
Trump, not Arab leaders, pulling the strings in Saudi visit, expert says
“Gulf states receive protection from the US. There are American bases, mainly in Qatar, and the Americans protect the Gulf states from Iran. So, the boss is Trump.”
Trump heads to Middle East amid Iran nuclear standoff and Gulf investment drive
Gulf officials have pressed the admin to ease export controls on advanced semiconductor chips and AI tech to accelerate high‑tech goals.
