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Voices from the Arab press: Gulf tensions over Iran deepen regional fears

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

MAY 24, 2026|ByTHE MEDIA LINE

US President Donald Trump attends a GCC summit photo session in Riyadh, alongside Qatari, Saudi, and Bahraini leaders, May 2025.

A satellite view shows the Ali Al Salem Base, after Iranian strikes, near Al Jahra, Kuwait, March 1, 2026.

US Army ignoring safety concerns before Iranian strike led to mass casualty, soldiers say - report

Major Stephen Ramsbottom told CBS that he believed one of the fallen soldiers, Master Seargant Nicole Amor, could have survived if there had been more medical personnel and supplies at the post.

MAY 19, 2026|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN

An Emirati F-16E fighter jet; illustrative.

UAE tried to coordinate with Saudi Arabia, Qatar to strike Iran during recent war - report

The UAE attempted to convince Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and other Gulf states to coordinate a military response to Iran’s missile and drone attacks, but neighbors refused, sources told Bloomberg.

MAY 15, 2026|ByJAMES GENN

Role of Gulf states in Iran conflict said to change over one week - analysis

Iran’s narrative was that some of the Gulf states hosted US forces, or in the case of the UAE and Bahrain, had signed the Abraham Accords with Israel.

MAY 14, 2026|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

Kuwaiti Emir dissolves parliament following ‘unsatisfying’ election process

“I will not allow anyone to exploit democracy to destroy the state,” stated Kuwaiti monarch in explanation of constitutional measure.

MAY 12, 2024ByOHAD MERLIN

Jordan's King Abdullah welcomes Kuwait's Emir Sheik Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan April 23, 2024.

Kuwait Emir visits Egypt, meets with leaders over Rafah concerns

Cairo and Kuwait City meet to discuss humanitarian crisis in Gaza and necessity of ensuring peace in region.

MAY 1, 2024BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, during a state visit reception, at Qasr Al Watan, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates March 5, 2024.

Kuwait holds first parliamentary election under new Emir

Since Kuwait's Sheik Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah assumed power in 2023, the country is now holding its first parliamentary election.

APRIL 4, 2024ByREUTERS

An aerial view taken with a drone shows Kuwait National Assembly building in Kuwait City, Kuwait October 7, 2020.

France to resume UNRWA funding with $30 million, Kuwait sends $2 million

UNRWA secures funds until May, despite donor pause over Hamas accusations. Kuwait pledges $2M, France to provide €30M with conditions.

MARCH 28, 2024ByREUTERS

The UNRWA school gate is pictured in the Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem in the West Bank, February 5, 2024.

US Secretary of Defense Austin arrives in Kuwait

Kuwait has played a very circumspect role in the region.

DECEMBER 18, 2023BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin speaks on the day of the Armed Forces Farewell Tribute, September 29, 2023.

Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf dies, Sheikh Meshal named as successor

Under Kuwait's constitution, the crown prince automatically becomes emir but assumes power only after taking an oath in parliament.

DECEMBER 16, 2023ByREUTERS

Kuwait's Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah meets Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (not pictured) at 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, August 29, 2023.

Boycott campaigns over Gaza war hit Western brands in some Arab countries

McDonald's and Starbucks are among several brands suffering boycotts in some Arab countries due to actual or perceived support of Israel in its war with Hamas.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023ByREUTERS