Will Trump renew ‘maximum pressure’ against Iran – or could there be an opening for dialogue?
Iran’s leaders may seek to prioritise diplomatic solutions with a second Trump administration. It remains to be seen how ...
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Between Activism and Isolationism: What to Expect From Trump’s Middle East Policy
The not-so-unexpected victory of former president Donald Trump on November 5 has sparked renewed discussion on his foreign ...
'My favorite president': Donald Trump and the art of rekindling world leader bromances
Young males helped propel Donald Trump to the presidency. Older ones who run countries overseas may look to him for their ...
Late Zhang winner reignites China's World Cup dream, Saudis hold Australia
China reignited their World Cup qualification hopes with a last-gasp 1-0 win over Bahrain in Riffa thanks to a Zhang Yuning ...
Son Hits 50th South Korea Goal In World Cup Win, Australia-Saudi Stalemate
Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to move South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday as ...
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For Saudi Arabia, Iran Is Still a Threat
Iran’s entry into the Arab world was always going to result in a conflict with Israel, but, despite claims to the contrary, ...
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China Is Recalculating Its Middle East Policy
This adjustment has been further underscored by commentary from Chinese policy advisers specializing in the Middle East. As ...
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Saudi-Israel normalization appears more distant with a skeptic in Israel’s Foreign Ministry, MBS’ ‘genocide’ accusations
Sa'ar has pushed back against Netanyahu's call for a NATO-like ‘Abraham Alliance’ between Israel and moderate Arab states opposing Iran ...
Saudi Arabia's ruler used to be one of Trump's biggest fans. This time it's complicated.
Saudi's ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed, is increasingly wary that the war between Israel and Iran's network of regional ...
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Key Takeaways From the 16th Annual BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia
The 16th Annual BRICS Summit held in October in Russia provided multiple opportunities for emerging markets and developing ...
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Bahrain’s strengthened air force stars at home show
Bahrain accounts for just 6% of that combined strength, which is dominated by Saudi Arabia (44%), the UAE (26% ... That sum ...
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Asian heavyweights triumph on the road
Taremi dazzles with a trio of assists as Team Melli survive a late scare; Son tallies a half century in Korea Republic win and China PR strike late to down Bahrain.