The Iran War and China’s Strategic Unraveling
By Rick Clay The Iran war has become the most strategically consequential event for China in more than a decade. It strikes at the core of Beijing’s energy security, its Middle Eastern posture, its sanctions evasion architecture, and its long term planning for a Taiwan contingency. China’s reaction to the U.S. and Israeli strike was […]
How Long Will This War Last?
By General Mike Flynn Many have asked me various questions about the current war in Iran. One of the main questions is how long do you think this war will last? First off, war is brutal, vicious, filled with irony and uncertainty and always about strategy. However, strategy sometimes goes unnoticed or overlooked because the […]
The UAE and the Deterrence Equation: When the Missile Falls—and So Does the Narrative.
By Diing Magot In modern conflict, two wars unfold simultaneously. One is measured by radar systems and interception rates; the other by views, reposts, and viral clips. The first is decided by readiness and precision. The second thrives on exaggeration. When missiles light up the sky, screens light up as well. But noise is not […]
Malliotakis Statement on USA’s Action to End Iran’s Reign of Terror.
(NEW YORK, NY) – Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis released the following statement regarding U.S. Military action in Iran. “The United States has taken decisive and courageous action against Iran to defend our citizens, interests, and partners after the leading state sponsor of terrorism would not negotiate in good faith or commit to diplomacy over nuclear capabilities. […]
Umm Al Emarat: Leadership in Motion.
By Avi Kaner History remembers nations not for what they say, but for what they do. The United Arab Emirates leads through action. The arrival of the Umm Al Emarat at Egypt’s Port of El-Arish, carrying more than 7,300 tons of humanitarian aid, is not just a logistical milestone. It is leadership in motion. This […]
Umm Al Emarat Ship: When Humanitarianism Becomes a Daily Act
By Julia Rota In a world where politics often collides with interests, human beings can easily be reduced to numbers—statistics in reports, figures in briefings, or headlines in news cycles. The United Arab Emirates chose a different path. From the outset, it rejected the logic of temporary gestures or symbolic statements. Instead, it made compassion […]
Abu Dhabi Tests the Market as OPEC+ Faces a Critical Decision.
By Prof Bill Michael Abu Dhabi is making a calculated move just days before OPEC+ convenes. According to Bloomberg, the United Arab Emirates is offering additional volumes of its flagship Murban crude to partners in its onshore concession — a signal that supply capacity in the Gulf remains robust despite geopolitical uncertainty. The timing is […]
Court of Appeal sees procedure in Qatargate case as regular.
By Andy Vermaut The Brussels Court of Appeal, indictment chamber, ruled on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, on the regularity of the proceedings in the case publicly known as Qatargate. The federal prosecutor’s office announced on Friday, February 20, 2026, in Brussels, that the judgment is 113 pages long and that the investigation currently involves 20 […]
UAE Stands in Solidarity with Nepal: Condolences Extended After Tragic Bus Crash Claims 19 Lives.
By Nash Seman In a swift display of compassion and diplomatic support, the United Arab Emirates has expressed profound solidarity with Nepal and offered heartfelt condolences following a devastating bus accident in the Dhading district that resulted in at least 19 deaths and 25 injuries. The tragedy unfolded in the early hours of February 23, […]
UAE announces additional $1.2 billion to support Gaza during Board of Peace meeting chaired by Trump.
February 19, 2026, The UAE announced a further US$1.2 billion for supporting Gaza through the Board of Peace. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced the contribution during his participation in the first meeting of the Board of Peace held in Washington under the chairmanship and […]