Iran, Saudi Arabia restore ties

The Chinese-brokered deal between the top Sunni and Shi'ite Muslim powers may pose challenges to both Israel and the United States. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner Resumption of diplomatic…

US fears Iran strike on Saudis

Washington has warned Tehran that it will respond to any attack on Riyadh. By Erin Viner "We are concerned about the threat picture, and we remain in constant contact through…

US F-22s arrive in UAE

The fighter jets were deployed as part of a multifaceted demonstration of support from the United States after a series of unprecedented attacks last month threatened American and Emirati armed…

Israel, UAE ink tourism, health deals

Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed cooperation agreements in the tourism and healthcare sectors. By Erin Viner This, according to announcements by diplomats and state media on Twitter,…

US Patriots foil 2nd Houthi attack on UAE

The attempted strike was the second in a week. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner The Iran-backed Houthi rebel movement in Yemen launched missiles at the United Arab Emirates (UAE)…

US calls for de-escalation in Yemen

The development comes in the wake of Houthi strikes on the UAE, and fierce retaliation on the Iran-backed group by a Saudi-led military coalition. By Erin Viner "The escalation in…

Israel offers defense support to UAE

The proposed assistance comes in the wake of a deadly attack on the United Arab Emirates by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis. By Erin Viner "We stand ready to offer you security…

Houthi attack on UAE kills 3

Abu Dhabi is vowing to avenge by armed drone and missile strikes near its airport launched by Iran-backed Houthi insurgents in Yemen. By Erin Viner "The UAE condemns this terrorist…