Abdulrahman Al-Rashed

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…

Iran has used Iraq to launch attacks on Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain, and has also targeted the vicinity of Emirati nuclear facilities. Iraq, as an Iranian front, is a growing danger, transforming into an international issue and signaling a new regional situation that will require concerted…

Sparked by Hamas's attacks on October 7, 2023, the war with Iran has been raging for over two years. With Iran's regional proxies now significantly diminished, a fundamental question arises: what is the ultimate goal of this war? There appears to be broad American–Israeli agreement on waging…

Writers of political fiction have managed to spread the idea of “Talmudic Greater Israel,” taking advantage of the current weakening of Iranian power, which is spreading fear and frustration among Iran’s allies. In my view, we are witnessing an important historical moment: a conflict between two…