Gulf states
Abu Dhabi may incrementally erode its boycott of Doha
Postal services have been restored between the bitterest enemies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
QatarOman’s new sultan will maintain neutrality in the Gulf
Muscat's absolute ruler Qaboos has died after five decades in power, at a time of high regional tensions
OmanWestern universities may become wary of Gulf invites
Gulf countries are asking major international universities to set up local branches -- but political restrictions remain
Gulf statesFearful Gulf states will seek to placate Tehran
Gulf countries hosting the US military disavow involvement in Soleimani’s killing
Gulf statesOmani defence spending will fall, despite Gulf risks
Muscat’s military footprint reflects changing regional threat perceptions
OmanRisks and opportunities 2020: Middle East North Africa
The region is preoccupied by Gulf divisions, new protest movements and deep economic uncertainties
Middle EastSaudi-Kuwaiti Neutral Zone deal will not boost supply
Riyadh’s regional outreach to promote solidarity against Tehran is extending to an intractable oil dispute
KuwaitJapan’s Iran outreach may lessen Gulf maritime risk
As President Rouhani visits Tokyo, Japan prepares to deploy a warship to the Gulf of Oman
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