Middle East

The Gulf states’ structural problem: Why they cannot become the European Union

Middle East Nawaf Obaid - April 16, 2026.

In a post-war Iran scenario, the future of the GCC will become one of the defining strategic questions in the Middle East.  The war exposed vulnerabilities...

Why do Middle East agreements fail to bring stability?

Middle East Ferry Biedermann - April 16, 2026.

Negotiations to end the current round of violence in the Middle East or make the Iran ceasefire permanent will need to overcome not only distrust...

Why is Saudi Arabia resilient to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz?

Middle East Nawaf Obaid - April 12, 2026.

Saudi Aramco restored the East-West Pipeline in a matter of days, not because the damage was insignificant, but because the system itself had been built...

Will the ceasefire in Iran continue after the unsuccessful negotiations in Islamabad?

Middle East TA | AP Insight - April 12, 2026.

Ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran ended in the early hours of Sunday without an agreement, raising questions about what happens when a current...

Through the minefield - how the strait that Trump claimed was open is now closing

Middle East The Editorial Board - April 11, 2026.

The latest warning about the possible presence of anti-ship mines in the main navigation areas of the Strait of Hormuz, published via the official portal...

The Gulf states should not remain hostages to external strategies and decisions

Middle East Zaki Laïdi - April 11, 2026.

No one knows whether the ceasefire between the United States and Iran will pave the way for a diplomatic settlement to end the war. But two...

US thrashed military targets in Iran, but some capabilities remain

Middle East TA | AP Insight - April 10, 2026.

Since the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. was announced, leaders in President Donald Trump's administration have been quick to say Iranian military and arms...

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