The Editor's Briefing
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As the summer lull subsides, life in much of the Gulf appears normal, but occasional drone strikes and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia remind everyone that peace is not an unattainable ideal. Despite a ceasefire, Iran and its proxies continue to target regional states and vital waterways, while the US retaliates. Diplomats are now concentrating on restoring deterrence to maintain peace.
Iran, although facing domestic challenges, remains a significant threat due to its cheap drones and AI capabilities. Both Qatar and the UAE stress the importance of deterring Iran, while acknowledging that diplomatic relations might be restored. However, building trust is a challenge that must be overcome. Deterrence becomes crucial in the absence of trust.
On another front, the UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed visited Germany, signing major economic deals and reaffirming the importance of sustainable peace. As the world commemorates 25 years since the September 11 attacks, the pursuit of sustainable peace continues to be a bold goal that should be pursued by all.
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