Gulf states
Iraq and Kuwait may cooperate on regional issues
The two prime ministers are set to work together at Baghdad's much-hyped regional summit on August 28
KuwaitIran’s maritime moves will spook shipping insurers
An apparent hijacking incident near the Strait of Hormuz raises multiple questions
IranBahrain will resist Gulf-wide policy shifts on Iran
Manama blames Tehran for inserting terrorist cells and making use of its financial system
BahrainAbu Dhabi will focus on business environment contest
The richest emirate has slashed business start-up and licensing charges
United Arab EmiratesPoorer Oman may align more closely with Saudi Arabia
Muscat’s practiced role as a mediator offers potential benefits to Riyadh
OmanSaudi-Emirati economic competition will mount further
Gulf state rivalries are shifting in the immediate post-pandemic period
Saudi ArabiaIsrael will prioritise Gulf ties after Pegasus breach
The list of alleged targets, including senior foreign officials, is embarrassing Gulf countries, despite strong denials
IsraelRiyadh and Abu Dhabi will manage rising differences
Two former close allies have held a meeting to mark the resolution of their oil dispute
United Arab Emirates
