Following the October 7 attacks, the Islamic Republic has pledged to unify its “axis of resistance” in support of Hamas, but the crisis may escalate out of Iran’s control.

Sudan has been plunged into a dire humanitarian crisis as a result of an armed conflict between rival forces and deep disagreements regarding security arrangements.

The United Arab Emirates’ approach to post-U.S. Afghanistan highlights agility in Abu Dhabi’s foreign policy.

The fruitless protracted blockade of Qatar not only failed to reform Doha’s “destabilizing behaviors,” but also strengthened Iranian-Qatari relations for the foreseeable future.

Oman’s growing influence in Syria could make it an increasingly important diplomatic actor there, though the Sultanate must tread carefully.

Qatar’s pledge of aid to Turkey has deepened the two countries’ alliance, even as Turkish officials worry Doha will not deliver.

Saudi Arabia’s spat with Canada aims to rally nationalist sentiment among citizens, but has made regional allies and international investors more anxious.

As Riyadh’s rivalry with Tehran in the Levant turns to Lebanon, its increasing pressure on Hezbollah threatens to severely destabilize the country.