Saudi Prince Faisal-Blinken meeting



Saudi Prince Faisal-Blinken meeting UAE President Sheikh Mohammad and a possible ground invasion of Rafah. The outcome of the Yemeni Houthis’ talks with the EU. Saudi CP Mohammad on the Kuwaiti political crisis. Oman’s Sayyid Theyazin’s ever-expanding role. In defense, Saudi MISA’s role in the defense sector. Egypt’s Alexandria Shipyard’s talks with Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding on a partnership agreement. Oman receives U.S. offers for coastal defense systems. The status of the F-35 talks between the UAE and the U.S.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/18

Emir Tamim regional presence amid Gaza War

Qatari Emir Tamim’s challenges amid rising regional tensions



Qatari Emir Tamim’s challenges amid rising regional tensionsSaudi expectations from Blinken’s visit. King Salman’s health condition update. CP Mohammad’s views on Erdogan’s rising engagement in the Gaza file.Update on the formation of the Kuwaiti government and the Crown Prince issue.UAE Sheikh Tahnoon's regional role.The anticipated projects and partnerships of Bahrain’s Military Institution for the Development of Warfare Industries (MIDWI). Saudi Shift in urgent defense needs. Navantia and Saudi shipbuilders for MMCS.Kuwait’s talks with Boeing on F/A-18 Super Hornets. Advanced talks between the UAE and the U.S. on the Mako hypersonic missile.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/17

Saudi Confidence in U.S. defense assurances shaken?



Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad 

Saudi trust in U.S. defense shaken? Updates on Iraqi PM's U.S. visit, Emirati budget shift post-Iran's attack, Kuwait's new PM. Egypt-Rheinmetall talks, Saudi's Vision 2023, Qatar's budget challenges. Emirati EW plans, ADSB-Brunei deal, Oman-Rafale update.

Saudi Confidence in U.S. defense assurances shaken? Iraqi PM Al-Sudani’s visit to the U.S. Emirati defense budget priorities shift after Iran’s attack. Kuwaiti Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah’s appointment as PM. Egypt in talks with Rheinmetall on Skyranger. Saudi plan to empower private defense companies under Vision 2023. Regional challenges affect Qatar’s defense budget.Emirati EW priorities and offers received. ADSB and Brunei to finalize a deal for OPVs. Oman-Rafale update.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/16

President Sheikh Mohammad on freezing diplomatic ties with Israel



Emirati President Sheikh Mohammad

Key developments across the Gulf: UAE considers ties with Israel, Saudi-Israel normalization, Qatar counters Israeli campaigns, Kuwait's Emir decisions, Saudi reforms, hypersonic talks, Oman's Rafale interest, Qatar's satellite procurement.

UAE President Sheikh Mohammad on freezing diplomatic ties with IsraelThe effects of the Iranian embassy attack on Saudi-Israeli normalization of ties efforts.Qatar faces Israeli negative campaigns through U.S. channels. Kuwaiti Emir Meshaal’s tough choices ahead. Saudi CP Mohammad on reforms and the Crown Prince position.Hypersonic systems: Saudi talks with Russia and Emirati talks with China.Oman’s interest in the Rafale. Qatar to procure military communications satellite.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/15

Iran's expected retaliation for bombing its embassy in Damascus



Iranian Brigadier General Zahidi


Iran's expected retaliation for bombing its embassy in Damascus and the Emirati efforts to contain the attack’s possible repercussionsIn ruling affairs, the collaborations between the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled, and his uncle, UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon, after one year of the ruling establishment structure.From Kuwait, Emir Meshaal reviews his options to deal with the results of the parliamentary elections.In defense, updates on Egypt’s talks with France on the Barracuda-class submarine and Saudi GAMI’s talks with Navantia to build multi-mission combat ships (MMCS) for the RSNF.The LWS offers Riyadh received and TOT prospects. Qatari Barzan Holdings’ plans for artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Emirati EDGE Group’s merger and acquisition plans under CEO Al Marar.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/14

Saudi views on the recent Houthi threats against the Kingdom



 Saudi mulls response to Houthi threats; CP Mohammad's stance on princes. UAE's Sheikh Tahnoon mediates Iran-US ties. Kuwait eyes US fighters; KNG seeks air defense. Qatar eyes US laser, UGVs.

Saudi views on the recent Houthi threats against the KingdomSaudi CP Mohammad’s position on the subject of the detained princes.The role of UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon in the relations between Iran and the U.S.In defense, Kuwait assesses its options for U.S. fighters’ procurement. Meanwhile, the Kuwait National Guard (KNG) command continues with efforts to acquire air defense systems.From Saudi Arabia, insights into international competition and the Kingdom’s preferences concerning cooperation in air defense systems.The clients eyed by the EDGE-Fincantieri joint venture. The talks with MBDA Deutschland on laser technology.Qatar’s interest in U.S. laser weapon systems and the pursuit of further acquisitions of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/13

CP Mohammad and Blinken discuss Gaza and normalization

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad-Blinken Meeting

The talks between Saudi CP Mohammad and U.S. Secretary of State Antony BlinkenSaudi proposals in the context of mediating between Russia and Ukraine.UAE Sheikh Tahnoon’s priorities amid regional challenges. The situation surrounding the Kuwaiti Defense Ministry’s reshuffle.Saudi plans to overhaul air defense and missile capabilities. Saudi Sofon’s expected role in strengthening local shipbuilding. The competition between UAE’s ruling figures over the AI domain. The MoU between Egypt’s Alexandria Shipyard and Italy’s Fincantieri.Updates on the air defense offers received by Qatar and a British coastal defense offer pitched to Oman.&nbsp;

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/12

Saudi defense priorities in space and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Saudi MBS-Defense Priorities

Saudi defense priorities in space and Artificial Intelligence (AI)The Kingdom is in talks with China for the transfer of technology (ToT) for an attack helicopter.From Qatar: views on the Stryker laser weapon test, and plans for seeking partnerships concerning a cyber project. From the UAE: EDGE’s joint venture with Indra, a GEOINT service tender, and a project to procure logistics UAVs with a ToT agreement. International competition to provide Oman with coastal defense systems.In politics, Kuwaiti Emir Meshaal’s motives behind appointing Lieutenant General Bandar Salem Al-Muzain as the new Chief of Staff of the Kuwait Armed Forces.Insights into Saudi King Salman’s plans to pardon several princes during the holy month of Ramadan.From Oman, the connection between Sayyid Theyazin’s rising role and the recent amendments to the State of Emergency Law. Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled is actively following up on future defense industries.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/11

UAE: U.S. views on MBZ’s priorities for Gaza and the Red Sea

Updates on Gulf leaders' talks with the U.S., Saudi King Salman's health, Kuwaiti Crown Prince appointment, Oman's defense developments. Plus, UAE Airbus deal, Saudi SAMI chairmanship, Bahrain SHORAD deal, and Egypt's submarine talks.

Emirati-U.S. exchange on UAE President Sheikh Mohammad’s priorities for post-war Gaza; Qatari Emir Tamim’s similar talks with the U.S.An update on the health condition of Saudi King Salman.A procedure Kuwaiti Emir Meshaal Al-Ahmad is considering to appoint a Crown Prince. The expanding role of Oman’s Sayyid Theyazin in defense affairs.In defense, the reasons behind Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khaled’s appointment as SAMI Chairman, the status of Airbus’ efforts to revive the Caracal deal with the UAE, EDGE’s interest in acquiring cyber entities, the Saudi Sword of Peace 12 maneuver, competition for a SHORAD deal in favor of the Bahrain Defense Force, and an update on Egypt’s talks with TKMS for the Class 209 submarine.&nbsp;

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/10

Saudi CP Mohammad’s plans if the Gaza War and the Red Sea showdown persist


Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad



Saudi CP Mohammad’s plans if the Gaza War and the Red Sea showdown persistCP Mohammad’s efforts to mediate a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.The internal support UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed is receiving concerning his foreign policy, and his plans to navigate the relations with the U.S. in light of the regional tensions.From Kuwait, a proposal to establish the Deputy Crown Prince position and an expected “surprise” during the holy month of Ramadan.In Defense: talks between Egypt’s MoMP and Turkish defense company Baykar for a TOT on UAVs. The naval MoU between Qatar and France. Saudi SAMI’s artillery system unveiled at WDS. The RSLF eyes CBRN equipment. Kuwait’s defense acquisitions for border security. UAE’s EDGE JV with Fincantieri.

Intelligence Weekly | Issue #31/09

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