While the war in Ukraine has "definitively ended" Prince Mohammed's post-Khashoggi isolation, fellow Kristian Ulrichsen said, the Saudis are now "seeking to demonstrate that they can bridge gaps that others cannot hope to" regarding the kingdom's recent display of diplomatic ambitions.
As Abu Dhabi announces a major investment in AI, fellow Kristian Ulrichsen explains that within the UAE, there is "a very wide-ranging attempt to try to predict behavior and to use AI to almost identify or predict if a crime is going to happen or if somebody is going to start shouting against the government."
“Sudan for many years was seen as a key area for food security in different Gulf states, without any regard for the civilian population who live there. Yet it’s seen as ripe for dealmaking at the very top level," fellow Kristian Ulrichsen said of the empowerment and enrichment of state and non-state actors.
Middle Eastern countries might contribute support in Ukraine's post-war reconstruction through their aid and development or contributions to multilateral funding appeals or via support to United Nations agencies, fellow Kristian Ulrichsen tells AL-Monitor.
Hopes for peace in Yemen and Syria have been lifted by an unexpected agreement. Read fellow Kristian Ulrichsen's comments on how the deal includes a commitment to resolve conflicts in the region.