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Elana DeLozier @elanagulf.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Come learn a bit about maritime #chokepoints, #Yemen, and the #Houthis from... me! See you all there! Get a ticket here: events.ticketleap.com/tickets/prof...

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Elana DeLozier @elanagulf.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

The @financialtimes.com @ahmedomran.bsky.social highlights the importance of #Saudi’s west coast. I’m quoted that less flashy #Vision2030 investments like transport/infrastructure were probably not originally about hedging #Hormuz risks but could become more of a focus. www.ft.com/content/5a92...

ft.com

Saudi Arabia touts new use for Neom port after Iran war

With the Strait of Hormuz choked off, Riyadh focuses on Red Sea infrastructure

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Elana DeLozier @elanagulf.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I run Gulf/2000 (G2K), a long-standing email forum of 1,500+ experts/diplomats/journalists focused on the #Gulf, #Iran, and #Iraq. Always seeking more #Khaleeji views, so if you’re a Gulf expert, apply: groups.thesageinstitute.org/g/gulf2000 (professionals only; no students)

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gulf2000 groups.thesageinstitute.org Group

The Gulf/2000 listserv offers a curated stream of news focused on issues crucial to the Gulf and provides a forum for informed discussions among its members. This email-based platform is restricted to...

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Elana DeLozier @elanagulf.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

THREAD: Takeaways from #Oman's new cabinet: timesofoman.com/article/1671... (1) Theyazin, the Sultan's son and heir, was promoted from Min of Culture/Youth/Sports to Deputy PM for Econ Affairs. Sultan Haitham's focus has been econ, so this puts his son in a position of importance.

timesofoman.com

His Majesty reshuffles Cabinet, new ministers appointed

The Decree includes the appointment of several ministers

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