Toward a New Order in MENA Regional Geopolitics
Geopolitics, U.S. – Gulf Policy, Reports
Toward a New Order in MENA Regional Geopolitics
Geopolitics, U.S. – Gulf Policy, Reports
Yemen’s Emerging Role in the Red Sea
Commentary
Yemen’s Emerging Role in the Red Sea
Commentary
Iran’s Embassies Enter the Narrative War
Commentary
Iran’s Embassies Enter the Narrative War
Commentary
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Toward a New Order in MENA Regional Geopolitics
Gulf International ForumThis report is a byproduct of the workshop “Toward a New Order in MENA Regional...
The Geopolitics of the U.S.–Saudi Nuclear Deal
Dr. Gawdat BahgatIn late July, the Trump administration announced a landmark civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi...
Turkey’s F-35 Return and Saudi Arabia’s Fighter Ambitions
Francesco Salesio SchiaviTurkey’s renewed push to rejoin the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, from which it was...
Riyadh Shifts Toward Minilateralism as Regional Threats Mount
Rayees Yousuf MirSaudi Arabia’s signing of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement with Türkiye and Pakistan on August...
Toward a New Order in MENA Regional Geopolitics
Gulf International ForumThis report is a byproduct of the workshop “Toward a New Order in MENA Regional...
The Mecca Agreement: Seeds of a New Regional Security Architecture
Dr. Massaab Al-Aloosy Themistoklis AsthenidisThe Middle East is entering a new phase in the evolution of its security order,...
Toward a New Order in MENA Regional Geopolitics
Gulf International ForumThis report is a byproduct of the workshop “Toward a New Order in MENA Regional...
Yemen’s Emerging Role in the Red Sea
Leonardo Jacopo Maria MazzuccoOn August 4, 2026, the Yemeni Coast Guard (YCG) rescued the 14-member crew of the...
The Iran War Is Rewriting Kuwait’s Defense Architecture
Francesco Salesio SchiaviSince the outbreak of the Iran war in February 2026, Kuwait has announced a series...
Cartel at Dusk: OPEC’s Future After the Iran War
Dr. John CalabreseSomething more consequential than another oil market disruption is underway. The Iran war has exposed...
Saudi Arabia Needs an Overland Route to Global Energy Markets
Dr. Azeem Ibrahim Dr. Dania ArayssiFor years, Saudi Arabia has recognized the vulnerability created by its dependence on the Strait...
It’s Time for a Climate OPEC
Dr. Frederic SchneiderMany developments are converging to make climate policy an urgent priority in the Gulf, but...
Why Iran Never Knows When to Stop
Shukriya BradostAt first glance, Iran’s negotiating difficulties appear to stem from disagreements between pragmatists seeking sanctions...
Iraq’s Corruption Crackdown
*A breakdown of arrested parliamentarians and senior officials as of June 28, 2026.
Sheikh Hamad and the Making of Modern Qatar
Dr. Abdulla Banndar Al-EtaibiThere is a question that haunts every small state: how does a nation survive and...
The Middle East’s Corridor Boom Meets Reality
Dr. Emil AvdalianiIn recent years, particularly since the outbreak of the recent conflicts in Gaza and Iran,...
Iraq’s Fiscal Shock and the New Government’s Bargain
Dr. Shahla Al KliThe disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have left Iraq facing more than...
Iran’s Embassies Enter the Narrative War
Dr. Ali AlsayeghAt key moments in history, embassies have stepped beyond their conventional diplomatic functions to serve...
Who Leads Gulf Schools Through Crisis?
Salman Yusuf ZayedRecent discussion has rightly drawn attention to how regional conflict can disrupt education in the...
The Legacy of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani: Expert Perspectives
Gulf International ForumWith the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir...
