The relative quiet we are witnessing in the Arab Gulf streets today can be attributed to both natural and governmental causes. After all, the soaring summer heat makes it impractical for large groups of people to protest for long hours. A severe government crackdown may have caused others to reconsider. Read more »
Archives for June 2011
How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Became Friends Again
The gas-supply project is emblematic of the hot-cold relationship between Qatar and Saudi Arabia. The deal was initially proposed by the Qataris in 2001, denied permission by the Saudis, then approved in 2003, and then denied once again in 2006. The roller-coaster-like diplomatic relations between the two energy-rich neighbors dates back to 1992, when a border clash caused the death of two guards. Relations went downhill from there. Read more »
Forbes 100 Most Prominent Arabic Personalities on Twitter
Sultan Al Qassemi counted among the top 100 Arabic voices on Twitter in 2011, according to Forbes Magazine. Read more »