by Dr. Hichem Karoui GEW Assessment Report Donald Trump asserts that the strike against Iranian nuclear facilities has achieved its objectives, while Iran’s Supreme Leader insists that the Americans and Israelis have failed to achieve their goals in striking the nuclear facilities, and that Iran will not surrender or give up its right to use…
Category: Middle East
The Gulf Cooperation Council’s Strategic Dilemma: Real Positions on the Iran-Israel War
GEW Intelligence Unit The 12-day Iran-Israel conflict of June 2025, which saw direct US military intervention, has exposed the profound strategic contradictions facing the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states . While these six nations—Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman—presented unified public condemnation of Israeli and American military actions against Iran, their…
The Blackmail Doctrine: Trump, Israel, And The Arab Compliance + PODCAST REVIEW
Trump’s Grip: Intimidation, Blackmail, And Arab Compliance
Exploring Trump’s Coercive Strategy in the Arab World
Powering The Future: Sino-Arab Relations And Global Energy Security
GEW Intelligence Unit Essays Introduction Analysis of Sino-Arab Relations Over the years, Sino-Arab relations have transformed from buyers and sellers to long-term strategic partners. Energy cooperation was mutually beneficial, and therefore, it is the historical foundation of the relations above. The relations above have transformed in scope due to the diplomatic relations between China and…
Tribal Histories and Social Structures in the Gulf
Author: Dr Hichem Karoui. Volume 4 in the Series “Knowledge of the Gulf”. Publisher: Global East-West. London. Pages: 272 Size: 6X9 inches Abstract: In “Tribal Histories and Social Structures in the Gulf,” Dr Hichem Karoui intricately weaves together the complex threads of tribal dynamics, unveiling their profound influence on the Gulf’s political and social landscape….
The Iran-Israel Conflict and Its Implications on Oil Prices: Essential Insights for Investor
Hichem Karoui With the GEW Intelligence Unit Click here to read the Arabic version A Synopsis of the Iran-Israel Conflict The Iran-Israel conflict encapsulates a multifaceted geopolitical confrontation heavily entrenched in historical animosities, ideological rifts, and divergent regional aspirations. The predominantly Shia Muslim state of Iran and the Jewish nation of Israel have endured strained…
A Chapter From “The Houthis and the Changing Middle East Order”
Author: Salim Al-Rimi Series: Investigations Hardcover Available on Amazon Publisher : Global East-West (London) (October 13, 2024) Language : English Hardcover : 236 pages ISBN-10 : 1787953319 ISBN-13 : 978-1787953314 Item Weight : 13 ounces Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.73 x 8.5 inches Chapter I: Introduction: The Rise…
Chapter VII From “Investigation About Hamas And The Struggle For Palestine Liberation “
Author: Mahmoud Al Ali Prefaced by Dr Hichem Karoui Publisher : Global East-West (London) (October 9, 2024) Language : English Hardcover : 188 pages ISBN-10 : 1787953335 ISBN-13 : 978-1787953338 Item Weight : 10.7 ounces Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.62 x 8.5 inches The Book is Available on…
Why It Is Impossible For The USA To Act As An Impartial Mediator
“Investigation About Hamas And The Struggle For Palestine Liberation “ Author: Mahmoud Al Ali Prefaced by Dr Hichem Karoui Publisher : Global East-West (London) (October 9, 2024) Language : English Hardcover : 188 pages ISBN-10 : 1787953335 ISBN-13 : 978-1787953338 Item Weight : 10.7 ounces Dimensions : 5.5…