Engulfed: Reading the tea leaves on Qatar’s ostracization
Very rich, heavily armed states are engaged in brinkmanship in the world’s most conflict-prone region. This doesn’t end well – for anyone.
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United Arab Emirates
Out of sight, out of mind? Blocking Doha News in Qatar
For nearly eight years, one of the few sources of meaningful journalism about life inside Qatar – as opposed to
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Power play: The United Arab Emirates’ new approach to geopolitics
The United Arab Emirates’ increased use of hard power could corrode diplomatic ties and weaken its position vis-a-vis regional adversaries.
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Middle East eyes renewable energy for a post-oil world
The Middle East is home to massive oil reserves, but some countries in the region are making headway in a very different field: renewable energy.
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Kigali climate change deal: Will the Middle East keep its cool?
On October 15, in Kigali, Rwanda, more than 170 countries signed a legally binding accord to phase out the use
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