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The Syrian Conflict: Russian and GCC Perspectives

The Syrian conflict continues to deteriorate, with estimates suggesting ... ... long-term regional role of key players such as the US, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Iran, remains up in the air. This report aims ... ... this communication lacuna by furnishing readers with Russian and GCC perspectives on the issue, delivered by researchers specializing ... ... “Islamic State” (IS), the main military-political crisis in the Middle East today. It has also become one of the most acute global ...

19.11.2015

GCC’s Diplomatic Snub of Obama’s Camp David

The Camp David summit between Barack Obama and GCC states that took place on May 13-14 bears an enormous symbolic meaning for Washington as it echoes US Middle East peacemaking efforts under Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. This time, however,... ... suffered a major blow due to Washington’s reluctance to stand by the Gulf states in Syria and more recently due to America’s decision to engage with Iran. Gulf monarchies... ... necessary defense components in place already, such as short-range Patriot systems in Saudi Arabia and THAAD systems in Qatar, but the new agreement provides for the installation...

19.05.2015

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    U.S. wants to dissolve Russia  
     24 (22%)
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