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Diplomatic Crisis Hits the Gulf States

A diplomatic crisis has hit the Gulf after six regional countries severed ties with Qatar.

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By Marc Lynch
Published on Jun 5, 2017

Source: WNYC

Speaking with WNYC’s the Takeaway, Carnegie’s Marc Lynch discussed the recent breakdown in relations between Qatar and a number of its neighbors across the Arab world. Furthermore, he examined what effects this may have on U.S. policy in the region and the ongoing conflict in Yemen. 

This interview was originally broadcast at WNYC.

About the Author

Marc Lynch

Former Nonresident Senior Fellow, Middle East Program

Marc Lynch was a nonresident senior fellow in Carnegie’s Middle East Program where his work focuses on the politics of the Arab world.

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