Why the Northern Syrian Oil Fields Are So Important to Trump
According to EIA the ten oil-rich countries are; United States, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Canada, China, Iraq, Iran, United Arab Emirates, Brazil, and Kuwait.
Defense, Trade and Foreign Policy: An Interview with CAST Director Ruslan Pukhov
When, for example, Saudi Arabia is massively buying from the United States, a little less from Britain, less from France and little bit from Russia, it is exactly that, they are buying security guarantees.
Why Turkey Is Dismantling the YPG from Northern Syria
In one of his speeches, President Erdogan gave a strong response to the condemning messages by countries such as Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Sanctions Will Not Deter Turkey but Only Weaken the NATO Alliance
These same governments who have not imposed any sanctions against Saudi Arabia over Yemen are only satisfying themselves by doing so.
Sisi thought It Was All Over, but Egyptians are Still Ready for Change
Sisi was placed in power by regional and global actors led by the US, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the UAE with the aim of ending the revolutionary process in Egypt in 2011.
French Islam: How France and the UAE Partners to Create a State Approved Religion
ust as the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman offered to cooperate with Britain to spread “moderate Islam” together, earlier this year, Hakim el Karoui, an advisor to the French President Emmanuel Macron, embarked on cooperation with the UAE to invent a “French Islam.
Is the UAE Changing its Strategy Toward Iran?
The UAE has taken a negative stance towards Iran, particularly in the post-2011 period, thanks to the support of the US, Israel and Saudi Arabia.
What If the Worst-Case Scenario Happens in Idlib?
Since Turkey stands alone in Idlib, European states have avoided taking strategic responsibility, the US has sidelined itself and Gulf States like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates view Idlib as a zero-sum game to undermine Turkey.
Turkey-Saudi Rivalry: Conflicting Visions for a Future Middle East
If there is one single issue that has bedeviled Turkey’s relationship with the GCC and Saudi Arabia, it is Turkey’s past efforts to cultivate strong ties with Egypt under President Morsi’s Muslim Brotherhood government.
Sudanese People Long For a New Dawn Where Their Voices are Heard
It is time for the international community to step forward, especially Saudi Arabia and the UAE, to help Sudan establish its democracy rather than arming and financing the anti-democratic clique.
Is Trump’s Maximum Pressure Policy against Iran working?
The declared aim of the pressure was put into 12 tough demands by Pompeo, which required Iran: To, inter alia, permanently and verifiably abandon every single military dimensions of Iran’s nuclear program; to cease “proliferation of ballistic missiles and halt further launching or development of nuclear-capable missile systems”; to quite “its support to Middle East "terrorist" groups, including Hezbollah, Hamas and Islamic Jihad”; to withdraw “all forces under Iran's command throughout the entirety of Syria”; to terminate “the Islamic Revolutionary Guard corps-linked Quds Force's support for "terrorists" and "militant" partners around the world; and to end “its threatening behavior against its neighbors, many of whom are US allies, including its threats to destroy Israel and its firing of missiles at Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, and threats to international shipping and destructive cyberattacks”.
Turkey’s New Broadcasting Regulations on Digital Media Platforms
For instance, Netflix removed an episode of the “Patriot Act” discussing the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi from its service in Saudi Arabia.
Sudan Peace Talks: A Chronology
Between 24 and 26 of May, leaders of Sudan’s Military council visited the 3 meddler countries in Sudanese affairs – Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Can Russia Install its Kadyrov in Syria?
Saudi Arabia is trying to push the Syrian opposition to accept a political transition process with Assad.
The UAE’s Strategic Redeployment in Yemen
The announcement brought questions about Abu Dhabi’s real motivations as the country has been the staunchest supporter of the Saudi-led military operation in Yemen.
Is Drowning Immigrants the EU’s New Strategy?
The attack by Khalifa Haftar, a rogue figure backed by the EU, Saudi Arabia and the UAE in Libya’s political conundrum, amounts to crimes against humanity.
Peace to Prosperity or Peace for Jared Kushner?
administration is forcing Gulf monarchies, particularly Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, to support Washington’s plans towards the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Who Was Behind the Attack on Oil Tankers in the Persian Gulf?
Then on May 13, tankers, of which one belonged to Saudi Arabia and was carrying Saudi oil, were sabotaged and the tankers were seriously damaged but no oil spill occurred.
A Revolution Undone: What’s Next for Sudan’s Uprising?
Military actors in Sudan have been receiving support from various regional countries, similar to Egypt, particularly from those in the Gulf region, such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Sudan: On the Road to Revolution or Violence?
General al-Burhan visited Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE – all key regional players - in the course of the last three weeks.
