An Israeli ground invasion of Gaza remains the likely next step. It is likely to be more devastating than any previous invasion as Hamas will be fighting for its existence and Israel will be less restrained given the extent of the recent atrocities and the extremist bent of its current government. Is there any chance …
Normalisation with Saudi Arabia and a nuclear deal are now likely off the table for some time and risks of terror attacks could remain elevated
With the completion of the US-Iranian prisoner exchange, Qatar has cemented its role as an international mediator between the US and its political opponents in the region
Another week in the Middle East with oil prices nudging $100, smouldering hopes of Saudi normalisation and a new gambling law in the UAE
Net foreign assets fell $16bn in July continuing a downward trend for 2023
PIF has acquired more debt, assets, infrastructure, footballers and foreign businesses in 2023
Oman repaid $4bn of debt in the first half of 2023 despite a narrowing budget surplus
Oil markets have tightened with supply cuts and stronger than expected demand
Zelesnky back in Saudi to discuss peace plan giving Saudi the opportunity to act as an influential middle power
Qatar’s emir meets Joe Biden today with gas supplies and Russia topping the agenda