#gulf-states tag

1 day ago

Not our war': Gulf states weigh up options as existential threat from Iran conflict grows

Gulf states face relentless Iranian drone and missile attacks, prioritizing defense while fearing escalation into a broader conflict.

fromThe Washington Post

8 months ago

US politics

Gulf states fear an unrestrained Israel will hurt fragile ties with Iran

more#iran

1 day ago

Who are the Gulf's military allies, and how are they helping in Iran war?

Gulf states face increasing Iranian attacks, raising questions about the effectiveness of their military partnerships and defense capabilities.

1 week ago

How much of the Gulf's water comes from desalination plants?

Gulf states produce 40 percent of world desalinated water through 400+ plants, making them critically dependent on desalination infrastructure vulnerable to military strikes in a water-scarce region.

1 month ago

Germany news: Merz meets with Saudi crown prince

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is touring Gulf states to diversify Germany's trade, energy and security partnerships and reduce reliance on US LNG.

UK news

Farmers call for UK animal welfare rules to be upheld in Gulf states deal

Trade deal with Gulf states may compromise UK animal welfare standards for farmers.

#donald-trump

fromThe Nation

US politics

Why Is Trump Suddenly Sidelining Israel?

fromwww.mediaite.com

US politics

CNN's Kaitlan Collins Calls Out Trump's Muslim Ban as He Gets Royal Treatment From Arab States

fromwww.independent.co.uk

US politics

Have Trump and Netanyahu fallen out over Gaza? DW 05/16/2025

Trump's Gulf visit raised concerns about his relationship with Netanyahu and Israel's political isolation.

US politics

Trump marvels at wealth of his Arab hosts while he eyes White House and Air Force One upgrades

Trump admires Gulf Arab states' luxury but expresses dissatisfaction with Air Force One.

His comments reveal a desire for immediate upgrades and maintenance of American strength.

fromThe Nation

Why Is Trump Suddenly Sidelining Israel?

Trump's first foreign trip focused on Gulf states, showcasing investments over traditional alliances like Israel.

fromwww.mediaite.com

CNN's Kaitlan Collins Calls Out Trump's Muslim Ban as He Gets Royal Treatment From Arab States

Kaitlan Collins highlights Trump's significant shift from a Muslim ban to embracing Gulf states during his Middle East tour.

US politics

Have Trump and Netanyahu fallen out over Gaza? DW 05/16/2025

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Trump marvels at wealth of his Arab hosts while he eyes White House and Air Force One upgrades

Trump admires Gulf Arab states' luxury but expresses dissatisfaction with Air Force One.

His comments reveal a desire for immediate upgrades and maintenance of American strength.

more#donald-trump

UK news

UK farmers warn against including lower-welfare chicken in Gulf trade deal

A trade deal with Gulf states may compromise UK farming by allowing lower welfare standard imports.

Trump quips, 'I should've asked for more' after securing $2T, Qatar jet during Middle East trip

Trump humorously suggested he could have asked for more from Gulf states during his successful Middle East trip.

Has Donald Trump taken US-Gulf relations to a new era?

Trump's Gulf tour secured over a trillion dollars in investments, indicating a shift in U.S. foreign policy.

Have Trump and Netanyahu fallen out over Gaza? DW 05/16/2025

Trump's Gulf visit raises concerns in Israel about growing distance between him and Netanyahu.

fromNew York Post

Trump quips, 'I should've asked for more' after securing $2T, Qatar jet during Middle East trip

Trump humorously suggested he could have asked for more from Gulf states during his successful Middle East trip.

Has Donald Trump taken US-Gulf relations to a new era?

Trump's Gulf tour secured over a trillion dollars in investments, indicating a shift in U.S. foreign policy.

Have Trump and Netanyahu fallen out over Gaza? DW 05/16/2025

Trump's Gulf visit raises concerns in Israel about growing distance between him and Netanyahu.

more#trump

The Guardian view on Trump's conflicts of interest: the shadow of kleptocracy | Editorial

Trump's visit to Gulf nations raises questions of ethics and constitutional violations as statecraft blurs with self-interest.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Maggie Haberman Says Trump Looks About as Happy as You Can Imagine' Because Saudis Are Treating Him Like a King'

Trump's first foreign trip in his second term focuses on personal ties to Gulf states rather than a clear foreign policy agenda.

fromwww.npr.org

President Trump's Trip to the Middle East

Trump's second-term foreign trip targets Middle Eastern allies, emphasizing longstanding U.S. relationships.