In a region as volatile as the Gulf, Tamim – an emir formed by crises – will have to continue to find the middle ground to maintain...

The UAE's network-centric statecraft is part of a broader battle for influence in northern Africa [originally published with Middle East...

Abu Dhabi has become the most important strategic partner for Putin's regime in the Middle East and Africa [originally published on...

These dependencies not only tie in Russia to the Bani Fatima, but make Emirati networks ever-more attractive to other great powers [This...

Abu Dhabi has long been using loopholes to foster ties with Damascus. As the US softens its stance on Assad, the UAE could be at the...

As much as the Saudi Opec move was driven by energy price stabilisation and Russian accommodation, it was a demonstration of power...

Recent meeting could mark a vital first step in aligning external patrons towards a political solution When Egyptian President Abdel...

Abu Dhabi emerged as another broker in Afghanistan to rival Qatar’s influence, as part of a grand strategy to become a key player in...

Washington must not cater blindly to the argument of authoritarian stability – this narrative is already sold much more convincingly by...

Without trust and a shared security vision, any 'alliance' in the region will be ineffective [originally published with Middle East Eye]...

This article appeared originally in TIME Magazine. President Biden sent more than condolences when the nominal leader of the United Arab...

Attracting dirty foreign capital is not just a money-making scheme for the UAE. It has become an integral part of its policy aims to...

As long as crimes against Uyghurs, Palestinians, or Yemenis go unchallenged, western support for Ukrainians resisting Russian aggression...

Despite Qatar trying to maintain its position as a neutral player, its use of military lever for alliance building has been firmly...

Andreas Krieg & Matthew Hedges A picture says more than a thousand words: UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed laughing with his...

With Europe now in the midst of an energy crisis, it is high time to diversify the continent's energy strategy [This article originally...

The post-Al Ula Gulf is still characterized by mistrust and suspicion, but what role will joint infrastructure and investment projects...

Since August, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been on a comprehensive regional tour that has involved Abu Dhabi reconciling with...

In the wake of recent diplomatic successes in Gaza and Afghanistan, Doha is emphasising the need for national unity and regional dialogue...

Doha has made itself indispensable to Afghan negotiations, but its influence depends on moderate Taliban members, who are now struggling...