Will Israel further normalize relations with its Arab neighbors?
My research finds that closer ties with Israel means Arab regimes have new tools to repress their own citizens.
The Ukraine conflict has Persian Gulf monarchies hedging their bets
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates haven’t been aligning with the U.S. — or Russia
Yemen’s Houthi movement stepped up its attacks. That complicates U.S. policy in the region.
The U.S. wants to end help the war in Yemen — and secure a nuclear deal with Iran
Congress failed to block the sale of missiles to Saudi Arabia. Why?
Just voting on the measure helps draw Americans’ attention to the Saudi role in Yemen’s war
Saudi Arabia just lifted Qatar’s 43-month blockade. How did this rift end?
A new agreement appears to cover these three points
What do ordinary Arabs think about normalizing relations with Israel?
Our research suggests many oppose normalization but may be reluctant to say so
Kuwait’s leader has died. The royals are now fighting over who will be crown prince.
The next-generation leaders have a history of feuding among themselves
Why Gulf nations are normalizing ties with Israel
Bahrain is the latest Arab nation to recognize Israel
International troops are leaving Yemen. Here’s what will help bring peace.
Here’s how mediation from other countries can end civil wars.
Could the gulf crisis with Qatar be winding down?
Here’s why progress — and diplomacy — might be possible.