Abdulrahman Al-Rashed

The first seventy days of Ali Falih al-Zaidi's premiership renewed significant hope among Iraqis since he took office, before Tehran dispelled it. It was a period marked by the pursuit of corrupt figures, the reform of crippled government agencies, and efforts to restrict weapons to the state by…

There is much that can be said about the Saudi nuclear agreement with the United States, whether in terms of its strategic value, political implications, potential risks, cost, economic and scientific importance, or military utility. Among the criticisms leveled against President Trump is that he…

On the ground, the Iranian regime has begun executing its threats to expand the conflict by igniting two new border fronts. The first is in the southern Red Sea, threatening to close the Bab al-Mandab Strait via the Houthis. The second is in the northern Arabian Gulf, through direct and…

Someone asked: Why do the Saudis not resolve the situation in Yemen and put an end to the Houthi group? The truth is that, after many years of following developments in Yemen, I can say that the Houthi question is a “rabbit hole.” Whenever you think you have found the truth, you discover an…

The Arab Gulf states face security and existential challenges that may be greater than anything they have experienced before, including the Iraq-Iran War and the occupation of Kuwait. At that time, the world was clearer and more biased, whereas today, relying solely on alliances, agreements, or war…

The Strait of Hormuz has been opened, and Iran has begun to act as its policeman, controlling maritime traffic and speaking of levying fees. The White House denies this, insisting there are no tolls and that Iran had pledged as such, threatening the return of US warships anchored near the Gulf. …

History may repeat itself. We don't forget the iconic scene of Iranian Minister Javad Zarif standing on the balcony of the Palais Coburg Hotel in Vienna eleven years ago, waving to journalists with a big joyful smile after signing the comprehensive agreement. It was a spectacular Iranian…

In the promised “Memorandum of Understanding” or “Framework Agreement,” there are many important commitments, all of which could serve as seeds for forthcoming geopolitical changes. However, it will not address every issue, such as the nuclear program. One of these provisions, according to leaked…

Today, Iran clings to one thing: preserving some of its geopolitical gains in the Arab region. Will it succeed in negotiations after failing in war? It seeks to control Iraq and preserve Hezbollah in Lebanon, having lost Syria and being on the verge of losing the Houthis in Yemen. It hopes that…

Ignoring the noise and claims surrounding the negotiations, their continuation is a good indicator that both parties are desperate to reach an agreement. The cost of the current lingering crisis is high, and war, if resumed, would be devastating. The Trump administration cannot wage a major war…