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Backlash against party officials’ remarks shows diplomatic risks of divisive identity politics
Celebrities and tourists return to Dubai as expats in Abu Dhabi adjust to higher risk level
The drone hit shows how Yemen is starting to resemble Syria as a conflict able to radiate mayhem beyond its borders
Amphetamine pills are smuggled into the Gulf in industrial quantities
The point man to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed, Sheikh Tahnoon is redefining links between the state and private sector
Arab rivals confirm renewed effort to reach agreement and preserve ‘Gulf solidarity’
Gulf states aim to deploy their heritage and culture to diversify their economies. What is on offer and will the tourists come? Meet emerging new artists, and find out how a deal with Israel is affecting the UAE’s rich literary prizes. Plus: can Iraq save what is left of its archaeological treasures, and what is keeping Iranians entertained during the pandemic
Plans to encourage creation of art and to support local artistic talent aim to reduce region’s dependence on oil
Restored heritage offers holidays with a difference but Saudi social and political climate risks putting off some visitors
Supermarkets in Kuwait and Qatar pull produce from shelves in protest at French clampdown on Islamism
Younger leaders seem more interested in asserting themselves than making peace
States that are vulnerable to import shortages and sharp price rises are investing overseas and in agritech at home
Government revenues plummet as crude prices sink and private sector cuts jobs
Arash Massoudi discusses the impact of the oil money flowing into football and other sports
Saudi Arabia is following Qatar and the UAE in spending big on sporting events
Decision by Saudi Arabia and UAE to send teams follows two-year boycott of gas-rich state
Regional forecast reflects oil production cuts and comes amid price volatility
Its posturing as a self-righteous pacifist is unconvincing
Region’s push into major equity and bond benchmarks drives strong inflows
Iranian state TV says US using ‘empty excuse’ of Tehran’s nuclear activities
Middle East tensions escalate and oil prices rise after Norwegian and Japanese ships hit
Report claims divers attached mines to ships in a sophisticated operation
Admission into FTSE Russell and S&P Dow Jones comes ahead of MSCI inclusion in June
City state yet to benefit from rebound in global oil market
The Matthew Hedges case highlights curbs on academic freedom that extend beyond the Gulf
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