Mar 13, 2023
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…
Nov 02, 2022
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…
Feb 14, 2022
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…
Feb 08, 2022
Houthi/Iranian attacks on UAE a response to losses on the Yemen battlefield
- By Dr. Jonathan Spyer Expert on Syria, Iraq, radical Islamic groups, and Kurds Incensed by recent government gains in Yemen, the Iranians seek to intimidate the UAE into reversing…
Feb 02, 2022
Vatican: Lebanon’s leaders “profiting” from crisis
During a visit to Beirut, Archbishop Paul Gallagher criticized Lebanon's politicians and called for an end to "the few profiting of the suffering of many" in the devastating financial crisis…
Jan 31, 2022
Israeli President makes historic UAE visit
Israeli President Isaac Herzog travelled to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the invitation of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan. By Jonathan Hessen Ahead of his…
Jan 26, 2022
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)…
Jan 24, 2022
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…
Jan 18, 2022
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…
Jan 13, 2022
Israeli Defense Minister assesses naval readiness
Defense Minister Benny Gantz joined IDF Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Herzi Halevi and Commander of the Israeli Navy Major General David Sa’ar Salama for a security situation assessment…