Interviews
Yasmeen Al-Eryani: Houthi de-escalation is unlikely to last
In this interview, Yasmeen Al-Eryani examines why the Houthi de-escalation is unlikely to last, the triggers for renewed maritime escalation, and the limits of …
Regions
Gulf & Arabian Peninsula
19 publications
Video
Franco-Saudi push to recognise Palestine: what’s next?
In this conversation we discuss France’s recent recognition of Palestine and its broader implications for the Middle East and global diplomacy. Emmanuel Dupuy, …
Analysis
Islamism in the Gulf States: Between Reforms, Security Pressures, and Geopolitical Tensions
The Gulf states—key players in global geopolitics and energy security—find themselves walking a constant tightrope. On one hand, they pursue societal …
Analysis
Qatar and Iran: A Risky Relationship
It was one of the most unusual military attacks in recent history: Iran launched a dozen missiles at the Gulf state of Qatar—specifically targeting the U.S. air …
Analysis
What Are Saudi Arabia’s Goals in Syria?
Saudi Arabia is playing an increasingly prominent role in rehabilitating Syria and reintegrating it into the international community, especially following the …
Analysis
Abdullah Ibhais: The Whistleblower the FIFA Let Down
After nearly three years in prison, Abdullah Ibhais is finally free. The former media manager for Qatar’s World Cup organizing committee had exposed abuses in …
Analysis
Egypt: “Is This How You Repay Loyalty, Sisi?
In a provocative and widely perceived betrayal of Arab consensus, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed Iran’s Foreign Minister to Cairo earlier this …
Analysis
A President as Businessman in the Gulf
Donald Trump remains true to form—especially on the world stage. Unlike previous U.S. presidents, who traditionally chose neighbors like Canada or Mexico, or …
Analysis
Saudi Arabia Hits the Investment Brakes: The PIF Faces a Reality Check
Saudi Arabia’s powerful sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF), is undergoing a major strategic course correction—a quiet but consequential …
Analysis
Gulf Rulers Are Feeling Uneasy
At first, the atmosphere was one of polite celebration. At a reception in Abu Dhabi marking Israel’s Independence Day, Yossi Shelly, Israel’s ambassador to the …
Video
Dr. Ariel Admoni Comments on Trump’s Trip to the Middle East
Dr. Ariel Admoni, an expert on Qatar’s foreign and domestic affairs, explains the US President Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East and Qatar in particular.
Interviews
Michel Makinsky: Trump needs a success story like the JCPOA
With Donald Trump aiming to relaunch nuclear negotiations with Iran, we spoke to Michel Makinsky, Iran specialist and associate expert at the MENA Research …