Middle Eastern Rivalry in the Horn of Africa

Middle East Focus by Middle East Institute

May 14, 202646:18Government & Organizations

How is competition for influence in the Horn of Africa among Middle Eastern powers — especially the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Israel — reshaping the political landscape? Hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are...

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