Saudi Arabia
Huthi-Abu Dhabi confrontation could escalate further
While Yemen’s Huthis launch more missiles and drones, the Saudi-led coalition intensifies air strikes and ground attacks
United Arab EmiratesSaudi-Iranian diplomatic ties will inch forward
Sources in Tehran are pushing the narrative that embassies could reopen after a six-year hiatus
Saudi ArabiaAdvancing Gulf-backed Yemen forces still face risks
The Amaliqa ‘Giants’ brigade has retaken much of Shabwa province from the northern-based Huthi fighters
YemenEmirati-Huthi confrontation may intensify in Yemen
After UAE-backed forces advanced against them in Shabwa, Yemen’s Huthis have hijacked an Abu Dhabi-flagged vessel
YemenSaudi-Iranian entente may see new strains over Yemen
Iran’s envoy to the Huthis controlling Yemen’s capital has died under disputed circumstances
YemenThe Saudi crown prince’s Gulf tour is symbolic
In contrast to his earlier seclusion, Mohammed bin Salman has visited all of his immediate neighbours within a week
Gulf statesNeither a Saudi call nor an IMF visit may help Lebanon
The prime minister is hoping to draw a line under the recent Gulf crisis, as the economy worsens further
LebanonAbu Dhabi will prioritise careful outreach to Tehran
A high-profile diplomatic visit comes at a portentous time
United Arab Emirates
