Tensions over Sudan, Yemen and Israel, as well as a competition in technology and oil output strain relations between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
Diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are at risk of deteriorating over the backing of opposing factions in a regional war.
During a recent visit in Washington, Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, or MBS, reportedly asked US President Donald Trump to pressure Abu Dhabi over its alleged support ofthe paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Sudan. When the war in Sudan broke out in April 2023, Saudi Arabia supported the opposing Sudanese Armed Forces. In the meantime, they have switched to mediating between the parties.
The conflict in Sudan has become the largest humanitarian and displacement crisis in the world. And the United Arab Emirates continue to be accused of backing and equipping the Rapid Support Forces militarily.
Instead of escalating the situation, UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, or MBZ, refrained from publicly commenting on the Saudis' asking Trump fo
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