The shifting geopolitical landscape in West Asia has become particularly evident after the Saudi Arabia-Iran rapprochement. Despite the prevailing instability in the region exacerbated by the Gaza crisis, the détente between these arch-rivals has opened diplomatic channels to bolster cooperation. Amid rising pragmatism in the Gulf, Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential elections has brought United States policy in the region into the spotlight. Notably, Trump’s approach toward Iran and Saudi Arabia will play a key role in shaping regional dynamics.
SaudiArabia-Iran: Path Towards Pragmatism
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About the Author
MP Yuvaraj is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Political Science at the Indra Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Central University of Kerala. His areas of interest include Geopolitics in the Middle East and Afghanistan, Terrorism and security studies.
