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AQAP’s ability to target STC forces is partly a function of the conflict between the STC and Yemen’s internationally recognised government (IRG). The two are vying for influence…
Hadhramaut is an important governorate, because of both its location and its comparative wealth. Increasing competition between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280863
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The statement coincided with direct talks in the capital, Sana’a, on April 8-13, between Saudi Arabia and the Shia rebel Huthi movement which controls much of the north. Such…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278561
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Iraqi security forces supported by a US-led coalition launched a long-awaited offensive against IS militants in Mosul in October. The group has suffered a string of losses in the…
As a key ally of Saudi Arabia and the owner of the Arab world's largest armed forces, Egypt is a core member of the coalition campaign fighting the Huthi rebels and loyalists to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB199360
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Policing in Arab countries.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB249908
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They were supported by fighters trained in Saudi Arabia, military equipment from the United Arab Emirates and a naval and air bombardment. The coalition was taking advantage of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB201038
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Qatar, Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have mediated numerous disputes in the last 20 years. Oman's activity is a reflection of its largely non-aligned foreign policy;…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB288822
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He insisted the Saudi-led military coalition, which backs internationally recognised President Abd Rabbu Mansur Hadi, must first end its blockade. Fighting has intensified in…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260343
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Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states' ties with Turkey have improved considerably since 2014, driven by changing regional geopolitics. Sharp divisions that emerged in the wake of…