Pressing Threats

Implementation of Military Conscription in the Gulf

Examining the motives and challenges behind implementing military conscription in the GCC states.

Problems with disaster management centers in the region

The policies adopted by disaster management centers is a top priority for regional states...

Power of Twitter

Contradictory effects on Gulf public opinion

Exploring the various explanations for the popularity of Twitter in GCC countries.

The Next Scenario

US Airstrikes in Syria: Implications on the Crisis in Yemen

There is a significant shift in the current US administration approach, led by Donald Trump, towards the crisis in Yemen.

The Hyperloop

How Can Countries Benefit from Intelligent Transportation Systems?

Countries seek to harness modern technological innovations to revolutionize their industrial sector and transportation services.

Gulf's Edge

How can Countries Utilize the 4IR to Boost their Economies?

The recent innovations witnessed herald a fourth industrial revolution (4IR), which will have effects on economies, and production.

The Strategic Gap

How does Iran Benefit from the Gulf Crisis?

With the eruption of any regional crisis a state of anticipation reigns over how the Iranian regime will exploit it in its favor.

Serious Repercussions

How do Qatari investments in Boycotting Countries Get Affected?

Since the past decade, Qatar has invested its massive wealth in the acquisition of many financial and non-financial assets.

Qatar’s Choices

How does Qatar manage its Crisis with the Quartet Countries?

Over the past years, Doha acted like it has a big margin of maneuver and that it can continue to exploit conflicts in the region.

Qatar's Syndrome

Why did Qatar Breach the Gulf Agreements?

CNN recently published the content of agreements signed between Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Qatar in 2013 and 2014.

The Final Scenario

Prospects of Escalation in Qatar Crisis

FARAS held a workshop on July 13, 2017 titled “the Last Scenario: Prospects of Escalation in the Qatar Crisis.”

The Following Day

What to expect in the Middle East after Trump’s visit to Riyadh?

FARAS held a workshop titled "What will happen in the Middle East after Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia? to assess its implications.