Isobel Hadley-Kamptz

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There are also good reasons for the US president to visit the Gulf states, Politiken points out: “Like it or not, the countries of the Arabian Peninsula are the most powerful in the Arab world. If there is to be peace in the Gaza Strip and hope for a Palestinian state, diplomatic and economic support from the Gulf states, and especially Saudi Arabia, will be vital. Curbing Iran's state terrorism and nuclear programme will also require a strong coalition with Saudi Arabia and its neighbours. ...