Saudi Arabia
Saudi-Iranian dialogue will be strictly limited
A spokesman in Tehran has expressed optimism over recent rounds of bilateral talks
Saudi ArabiaSaudi post-COVID-19 diversification faces obstacles
There are tensions between the needs to create Saudi jobs, boost the private sector and prevent pandemic resurgence
Saudi ArabiaPoorer 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 EmiratesRising southern conflict threatens Yemen’s future
Deep internal fault lines are exacerbated by regional Saudi-Emirati tensions
YemenOman could increasingly tilt towards Saudi Arabia
The king and sultan exchanged honours in a grand meeting in the new city of Neom
Oman
