Tag: Bahrain
The Gulf Crisis Reassessed
Mar 14, 2018 | Essays, Middle East, Politics
The “13 Demands” from the coalition of states that have implemented a blockade of Qatar are incompatible with principles of international law.
Read MoreQatar-Iran Economic Relations Will Improve, Contrary to Saudi Arabia’s Intent
Oct 27, 2017 | Essays, Economy & Business, Middle East
Saudi Arabia’s attempt to isolate Qatar will backfire and lead to Qatar improving economic relations with Iran.
Read MoreIs the Dream Palace of the Gulf Collapsing on Itself?
Jul 13, 2017 | Viewpoints, Middle East, Politics
In alienating Qatar, the GCC states, in what resembles a pointless act of Samsonian bravado, are keen on bringing about their own demise.
Read MoreBritain’s Newfound Imperial Nostalgia
Dec 19, 2014 | Europe, Middle East, News & Analysis, US
Imperial nostalgia on one hand, and musings of national security seem to have transformed the UK and US into the most stalwart allies of dictatorial regimes.
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