Middle East

It’s still unclear what response Iran’s attack on Israel may produce, if any. But there are some concrete takeaways from the attack.

A direct attack on Israel from Iranian territory would cross a threshold both sides have so far backed away from. It looks increasingly possible.

The Gulf Cooperation Council states are on a transformative journey, tapping into new sectors to diversify their traditionally hydrocarbon-dependent economies. Now, a regional space race is emerging, driven by domestic economic ambitions and commercial interests, but also the desire to enhance global prestige and soft power.