Worried that they can no longer count on American defense, the Saudis have begun talking to their enemies to cool conflicts in the region.
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Persian Gulf Standoff Starts to Thaw on the Soccer Field
For more than two years, Saudi Arabia and its allies have waged an economic war against Qatar. But some things are more important than politics.
With Guns, Cash and Terrorism, Gulf States Vie for Power in Somalia
In a battle for influence, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have both sent money and weapons to Somalia. A secret recording suggests that militants may be working with the Qataris.
The Most Powerful Arab Ruler Isn’t M.B.S. It’s M.B.Z.
Prince Mohammed bin Zayed grew the U.A.E.’s power by following America’s lead. He now has an increasingly bellicose agenda of his own. And President Trump seems to be following him.
A Blockade and a Murder: U.S. Faces Enduring Problems With Saudis
The Trump administration is trying to uphold a relationship with Saudi Arabia while mitigating the fallout from actions by the kingdom and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
A 6-Pack of Beer for $26? Qatar Doubles the Price of Alcohol
Many countries have tried to regulate alcohol consumption by making drinking expensive. But the country added a 100 percent tax on Tuesday.
That Punishing Blockade? ‘We’ve Moved On,’ Qatar Says
After its larger neighbors began a blockade of the tiny Gulf state, Qatar retooled its economy, beefed up its military and adjusted to the new reality.
Qatar Says It Will Leave OPEC and Focus on Natural Gas
The Persian Gulf state, a modest producer of oil, hinted that it wanted freedom from a cartel dominated by Saudi Arabia, a regional rival.