The agreement aims to mend a rift between the Saudi-backed government and Emirati-backed rebels so they can focus on fighting the Iran-backed Houthis.
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Russian Snipers, Missiles and Warplanes Try to Tilt Libyan War
Moscow is plunging deeper into a war of armed drones in a strategic hot spot rich with oil, teeming with migrants and riddled with militants.
Saudi Arabia and Iran Make Quiet Openings to Head Off War
Weeks after the Middle East seemed on the verge of war, Saudi Arabia and Iran are seeking ways to ease tensions. A warming relationship could have far-reaching consequences.
Trump Focuses on Defending Saudis, Not Striking Iran, for Now
The administration is not ruling out military strikes. But for now, President Trump is content to remain within the parameters of defense, not offense.
Ally Attacks Ally in Yemen’s War Within a War
The United Arab Emirates is accused of bombing Saudi-backed forces in Yemen, even though Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. are allies there.
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.
Iran’s Seizure of British Vessel Further Roils Gulf Region
The seizure came a day after the United States said it had shot down an Iranian drone, reviving fears of a military clash in the Persian Gulf.
Yemen Has Been a Saudi Prince’s War. Now It’s His Quagmire.
The withdrawal of Saudi Arabia’s key ally in Yemen leaves Prince Mohammed with few good options. Now he is asking for increased American help.
Iran Says It Seized Foreign Tanker, Escalating Regional Tensions
A video released by the Revolutionary Guards showed the ship’s name as the Riah — the same as a missing Emirati tanker — and said it was smuggling fuel.
House Votes to Block Arms Sales to Gulf Nations, Setting Up Trump’s Third Veto
The measures would block the sale of billions of dollars of arms to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. No other foreign policy issue has made as big a rift between the president and Congress.