Executive SummaryThis analytical paper examines the roles and structures of intelligence agencies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Iran within a complex regional context where conventional military conflict

At dawn on June 13, 2025, explosions thundered across Tehran’s skies, marking the start of a new chapter in the Israeli-Iranian confrontation—one that broke with the legacy of proxy wars

The Gulf states are navigating one of the most precarious geopolitical moments in decades. They find themselves at the intersection of a dangerous escalation between Israel and Iran, and a

Just over a year ago, I participated in a consultative meeting with fellow researchers and experts to discuss the narrative that Gulf states have successfully solidified since 2013 regarding political

Executive SummaryThis report offers a thorough and comprehensive examination of the phenomenon of extremism in the Gulf region, seeking to understand it through a precise analysis of its historical, social,

Qatar’s military has emerged as one of the rising forces in the Gulf region. Over the past decade, the country has witnessed significant leaps in the quality of its armament