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China’s Take on Iran’s Attacks on U.S. Bases: Implications for Beijing’s Regional Military Strategy
Political, intelligence, and security circles in Beijing are concerned about the proliferation of US military bases in the Gulf and Middle East, particularly given...
Why Framing Qatar as Israel’s “Next Enemy”
A concerning narrative is gaining traction within certain Israeli circles, aggressively propelled by media outlets and commentators. Framed by articles like Elazar Gabay's incendiary...
Prospects for US-Gulf cooperation after President Trump’s visit
Opportunities and challenges for the US
President Trump has succeeded in “pivoting investment” from the Middle East to the US, creating an alternative financial flow...
Iran-US talks and Oman’s growing geopolitical clout
US President’s Middle East visit
US President Donald Trump’s Middle East visit from May 13-16, 2025 -- during which he visited three Gulf Cooperation Council...
Trump’s Middle East trip indicates a new world order
President Donald Trump’s first overseas trip of his second term included visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—notably excluding Israel....
President Trump’s Saudi Visit: A Strategic Reset in the Middle East and a Vision for Shared Prosperity
President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia marks a major milestone in US-Middle East relations and a strategic shift in America’s engagement with...
Mandarin Chinese is Finding its Place in Qatar
Mandarin Chinese might not be the first language that comes to mind when you think of Qatar. Yet, in recent years, it has quietly...
From Ceasefire to Sustainable Peace: Regional and Global Implications in Gaza-Israel Conflict Resolution
The ceasefire of 18th January 2025 signals the end of a 15-month conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Spearheaded by nations of Qatar,...
The Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: A Fragile Pause or a Path Toward Peace?
The long overdue ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, brokered on January 15, 2025, represents a momentous diplomatic development in an ongoing conflict that...
Israel’s Ceasefire and Hostage Deal with Hamas
The Israeli government has approved a groundbreaking ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing Gaza conflict. The...