Iraq on Edge: The Regional Fallout from Syria’s Unraveling
The abrupt collapse of the Assad regime in Syria has sent shockwaves across the region, placing Iraq on high alert. As Syria embarks on...
Between Hospitality and Repatriation: Türkiye’s Evolving Syrian Refugee Response
Türkiye hosts the largest number of refugees worldwide, with an estimated 3.2 million Syrians among its displaced population. In the initial years of the...
Trump 2.0: A Return to “Maximum Pressure” against Iran?
Donald Trump’s first term marked a turbulent period in U.S.-Iran relations, with his “maximum pressure” campaign, the US withdrawal from the nuclear deal, and...
Iran’s Economy: Past the Point of No Return?
Iran’s economy stands at a critical juncture, with external pressures and internal dysfunction pushing it further from recovery. Although the country has demonstrated resilience...
The Gulf Monarchies and the Multifaceted Security Challenges They Face
In an era defined by both traditional and non-traditional security threats, the Gulf Arab states face an unprecedented matrix of challenges, from Iran’s military...
Expansion Amid Uncertainty: Qatar’s Bold Wager in the Evolving LNG Market
The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market is navigating a complex landscape shaped by fluctuating geopolitical tensions, market uncertainties, and the ongoing energy transition....
Economic Bridges: The Gulf States’ Strategic Expansion Across Africa’s Key Sectors
Historically, the Arabian Peninsula played a key role as a maritime hub connecting East African trade routes to the Middle East. Today, three Gulf...
China and the Gulf Arab States: Petrochemicals Partners
The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that peak oil demand will occur within this decade as the global shift towards renewable energy accelerates. Sweeping...
India and the UAE: “Partners in Progress”
Over the past decade, India’s ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have strengthened significantly across multiple domains. India’s “Think West” policy has strategically...
Xi Jinping’s Visit to Europe: More Dialogue than Deliverables
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent five-day visit to France, Serbia, and Hungary occurred amidst heightened tensions with many European countries, driven by disputes over...