Gulf Cooperation Council & Mohammed bin Salman

Gulf Cooperation Council: The Gulf Cooperation Council's founding purpose of security against Iran was invoked by the United Arab Emirates to persuade members to join a military response, but the lack of consensus highlighted internal divisions.

Mohammed bin Salman: As Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman refused the United Arab Emirates' proposal for a coordinated military response against Iran, contributing to strained bilateral relations.

Gulf Cooperation Council: The Gulf Cooperation Council has been criticized by the United Arab Emirates for its weak political and military response to Iranian attacks, contributing to the United Arab Emirates' reassessment of its multilateral ties.

Mohammed bin Salman: As Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman is a key figure in the deepening rift with the United Arab Emirates. The United Arab Emirates' actions challenge Saudi Arabia's traditional leadership in Gulf affairs and oil policy, impacting his Vision 2030 initiatives.

Gulf Cooperation Council: The Gulf Cooperation Council summit served as the venue for the historic meeting, and its leaders, including Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman, commended the decision to lift sanctions on Syria.

Mohammed bin Salman: Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, was cited by Donald Trump as key to his decision to lift sanctions on Syria and commended the move to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people.