Many Arabs with European citizenship who left for the Gulf cited high taxes in Europe and struggles to maintain their religious traditions.
“The Islamic Republic will never consider its territorial sovereignty negotiable.”
After years of tension, Turkey launched a diplomatic charm offensive in 2020 to mend ties with Gulf countries, namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia.
Arab countries are trying to balance the desire to help the US deter Iran, while also assuaging their citizens' anger toward Israel.
While Houthi attacks against ships are not new, many Arab countries feel the timing of this international coalition benefits Israel, so they can't publicly support it, although it will benefit them.
If all traffic in the Suez Canal stopped, Egypt would lose about $13 million daily, disrupting its main foreign currency income.
As he takes the helm of the OPEC oil producer, Sheikh Mehshal is expected to preserve key Kuwaiti foreign policies, including support for Gulf Arab unity and Western alliances.
Kuwait has played a very circumspect role in the region.
Under Kuwait's constitution, the crown prince automatically becomes emir but assumes power only after taking an oath in parliament.
The meeting, reported in Arab News, is expected to take place ahead of the 44th Gulf Cooperation Council Summit.
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