A Lack of Options in Yemen
The United States has not developed adequate responses for dealing with hybrid groups like the Houthis.
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In the Red Sea and Beyond, Gulf Arab States and Israel Share Security Threats
The United States, the Gulf Arab states, and Israel face escalated threats, both rhetorical and real.
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Great Expectations: The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor
The institutionalization of the Gulf-India partnership through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor has solidified India’s shift away from Iran and toward the Gulf states.
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Tactical Theatrics: Iranian Proxies and Allies Respond to the War in Gaza
Iran and its allies appear to be engaged in symbolic actions against Israeli and U.S. forces rather than openly provoking a war, but these theatrics still risk igniting a regional war all involved parties want to avoid.
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The Violence in Gaza: Arab Public Opinion Matters
Israel’s devastating war in Gaza may change the political dynamics not only in the Middle East but in the United States, too.
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The Houthi War on Israel
If the Houthis are attacking Israel, their local rivals will be less inclined to attack them.
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Five Climate Challenges the Gulf States Might Not Have Time to Solve
Whether it is water and food scarcity, migration pressures, or infrastructure damage due to extreme weather events, the pace at which Gulf governments are willing to implement pro-climate policies might not be fast enough to mitigate the most pressing challenges.
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OPEC and IEA at Odds Over Long-Term Oil Demand Outlook
The divergence between the IEA and OPEC outlooks is largely due to assumptions regarding the speed at which internal combustion engine vehicles will be replaced by electric vehicles.
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Iran Confident Israel-Hamas Conflict Can Advance Its Geostrategic Position
In offering support for Hamas and the Palestinian cause, Tehran is likely to avoid direct regime – or irretrievable Hezbollah – entanglement to shield its core strategic interests.
Saudi Regional Headquarters Program Deadline Looms
Beneath Saudi officials’ tough talk on the Regional Headquarters Program lies a strong desire for constructive engagement with top global firms and attracting greater inflows of foreign investment.
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