Gulf Cooperation Council
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.
After the war: A more coordinated, but still divided, Gulf - opinion
Iran’s aggression forces Gulf states to rethink regional security - opinion
Gulf countries seeking seat at negotiation table following Iranian attacks
Can France lead the charge in disarming Hezbollah? - opinion
France’s role in Lebanon could determine whether Hezbollah is contained or strengthened.
UN resolution condemning Iran leaves the country unexpectedly isolated - analysis
For years, Iranian-backed militias and terror groups attacked countries, and Iran carried out attacks directly, but the regime never seemed to face any censure.
Tehran's miscalculation: How Iranian missiles brought Gulf states, Israel together - analysis
By targeting every GCC member with missiles and drones, Tehran has achieved the unthinkable: placing Israel and Qatar on the same team. This strategic blunder may finally cement a regional axis.
Bahrain unveils massive reform package to tackle $50 billion debt crisis
The reform package includes higher electricity and water tariffs, with an exception for citizens’ first homes, which will continue to receive subsidized rates up to a specified limit.
Egypt's Sisi refers to Israel as 'enemy' for first time since before 1977 Sadat visit to Jerusalem
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi labeled Israel an “enemy” at the Arab-Islamic summit, saying its actions threaten Egypt’s security and future peace deals, including by causing Gazans to flee.
Tariffs rattle gulf markets, but some economists see a silver lining
Analysts indicate that low US tariffs for Gulf countries may attract international companies, but others caution that global tariffs could threaten vital oil income and raise consumer goods costs.
Voices from the Arab press: Trump’s Gaza plan remains a fantasy
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
UAE looks to China’s ‘Belt and Road’ initiative for future endeavors - analysis
The UAE, like many countries, has trade with China – but that isn’t a zero-sum game in terms of ties to the West.
Blinken urges Hamas to accept 'extraordinarily generous' Israeli peace proposal, releasing hostages
Blinken will visit Israel and Jordan after he visits Saudi Arabia, the State Department announced on Sunday. The US official will be in the region until May 1.
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.
