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Jerusalem Declaration Unites – and Divides – the Gulf

The decision by Donald J. Trump to formally recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel elicited universal condemnation from Gulf Arab states.

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Trump’s Jerusalem Statement May Foreclose any “Outside-In” Initiative with Gulf Arab Countries

Whatever domestic calculations prompted President Donald J. Trump to announce on December 6 that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and will move its embassy there from Tel Aviv.

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Is Rapprochement with Israel in Saudi Arabia’s Interest?

Though a unified GCC foreign policy does not exist, looking primarily at Saudi Arabia and Israel, there is no genuine convergence of interests.

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In Search of a Trump Administration Middle East Policy

President Trump's visit to the region raises the question of whether a definitive Trump administration Middle East policy may be starting to take shape

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Is the Arab Peace Initiative Really in Play?

The Arab Peace Initiative (API) is receiving a great deal of attention these days, primarily from Israel, but also from Egypt, the Gulf states, and others.

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Israel must figure out the true cost of occupation

As expected, the Iran nuclear deal is reshaping the strategic landscape of the Middle East. This article originally appeared in The National.

Trump’s Gulf Trip Should Prove a Big Win-Win for All Parties

Gulf Arab states can solidify ties with Washington, while Trump stands to benefit personally and politically.

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Through its careful examination of the forces shaping the evolution of Gulf societies and the new generation of emerging leaders, AGSIW facilitates a richer understanding of the role the countries in this key geostrategic region can be expected to play in the 21st century.

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