"Revolutionary Iran"

Causes of Unjustified Escalation against Saudi Arabia

The long-standing crisis in Saudi-Iranian relations has a sudden and acute escalation on the backdrop of disputed regional issues.

Negative Consequences

Saudi-Iranian Row on Regional Crises

Tensions between Riyadh and Tehran have negative consequences that affect security and stability in the whole region.

Three Scenarios

Russia's vision of the Syrian Crisis

Russia's scenarios illustrate that the Syrian crisis is far from over, despite all involved parties' bets on a military solution.

Diplomatic Movements

Prospects and hurdles for ending War in Yemen

One year into Operation Decisive Storm there are signs indicating a different stage of negotiations.

Tangled Interests

The Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Turkey

The Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Turkey, limits of agreement and difference.

Response Options

How will Saudi Arabia deal with JASTA?

Saudi-American relations entered a new stage of tension after Congress passed JASTA on September 28, overruling the presidential veto.

Political Accord

Outcomes of the Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Paris

The Saudi Crown Prince's visit to France emphasizes the continuity of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

Gulf Model

Future of Sovereign Wealth Funds as part of the global economy

Sovereign wealth funds are expected to play an increased role in oil-producing states that seek economic diversification.

Three Indicators

Forecast for a gradual recovery in oil prices

Oil prices are expected to rebound in the future, however, it is difficult to imagine prices returning to mid-2014 levels.

Neutral Support

Implications of Pakistan's position on Operation Decisive Storm

Pakistan is attempting to strike a balance between its Arab Gulf allies and Iran.

Yemeni Political Parties

Various Stances on Operation Decisive Storm

It is necessary to outline the positions of Yemen's main political parties and see how the current events are affecting the state.

Regional Players

Gain Ground at Expense of International Stakeholders

The international stances against the Houthi rebels have receded, and there is no actual support for Abd Rabou Mansour Hadi...

Sole Opponent

Fallout of Operation Decisive Storm for Iran

The pace of events in Yemen quickened as Iranian-backed Houthi rebels and their ally, former president Ali Abdullah Saleh, took over...

Western Views

On Operation Decisive Storm and its consequences

The Saudi-led Arab military intervention against the Iranian-backed Houthi coup in Yemen is a highly significant development...

Jihadi Cooperation

Common Features between ISIL and Al-Qaeda

Obviously, there is increasing cooperation among the most extremist groups, ISIL and the most dangerous Al Qaeda...

Limits of Continuity

Contradictory US Calculations for Yemen

Contradictory positions characterize the US policy on the ongoing Yemeni conflict.

New Alternatives

Why did Saudi Arabia issue its first sovereign bonds?

The Saudi budget has been under financial pressure in the wake of the decline of oil prices in mid-2014.

Mega-blocks

Economic incentives for mergers and acquisitions in Gulf States

In recent times, mergers and acquisitions among financial corporations have become a global trend...

Building Trust

Limits to the impact of cutting officials’ expenses

Several Arab and Western governments have adopted austerity measures intended to lower their budget deficits...

After JASTA

Saudi Assets and Investments in the US

A report examining outstanding features of the economic relations between Saudi Arabia and the US