Arabia, the Gulf, & the GCC Blog
The “Arabia, the Gulf, and the GCC” blog features insights and analysis from the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations as well as information about the Council’s programs, projects, events, and activities. Founded in 1983, the National Council is a non-profit, non-governmental, educational organization dedicated to improving American awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the Arab region.
Gulf in the News – June 24, 2013
Weekend shift: A welcome change Source: The Saudi Gazette (Read full story) … Saudi Arabia, the biggest Arab
Gulf in the News – June 21, 2013
Qatar expels Lebanese after GCC Hezbollah decision Source: Khaleej Times (Read full story) At least 18 Lebanese citizens
“The Impact of Regional Political Developments on the Evolution of Transnational Terrorism in Saudi Arabia” by Dr. Saad Alsubaie
National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations Distinguished International Security Studies Fellow Dr. Saad Alsubaie’s doctoral dissertation on “The impact
Gulf in the News – June 19, 2013
Cabinet to meet to decide on ideal date for elections – Debate rages over constitutional court ruling Source:
Carolinas Committee on U.S.-Arab Relations Spring 2013 “NEWSLINES”
The Carolinas Committee on U.S.-Arab Relations (CCUSAR), with Dr. Joe P. Dunn serving as Director, is an initiative of
Gulf in the News – June 17, 2013
GCC to continue heavy investments in infrastructure Source: Al Arabiya (Read full story) The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
Gulf in the News – June 14, 2013
Bahrain dismantles pro-Iran group Source: Arab News (Read full story) Bahrain announced yesterday the arrest of leading members
August Arabic Language Program in Oman – Application Deadline June 21
August Intensive Arabic Language Program at the The National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations is pleased to present information
Gulf in the News – Wednesday June 12, 2013
Hezbollah supporters to be thrown out of GCC countries Source: Arab News (Read full story) Members of Lebanon’s
Crisis Syria: Going Where?
On June 7, 2013, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations and the U.S.-GCC Corporate Cooperation Committee hosted a
Gulf in the News – June 10, 2013
Qatar’s emir poised to cede power to son Source: Al Bawaba (Read full story) Crown Prince Sheikh Tamim Bin
Gulf in the News – June 7, 2013
GCC says Lebanon unsafe for travel; KSA seeks end to fighting Source: Arab News (Read full story) Gulf