“The gaps between Qatar and Saudi Arabia have always been easier than those which existed between Qatar and UAE. With the added pressure of poor economic performance and concerted U.S. pressure this has brought the sides closer. But the gaps are still larger and the trust is low. This will take some time.”
-Michael Stephens, a senior fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, in comments discussing the ongoing talks between Saudi Arabia and Qatar to end their diplomatic rift amid reports that the two sides are seeing progress. [CNBC]
