Gulf Tensions Simmer As UAE Companies Skip Saudi Exhibition

The World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia is underway, but Emirati defense firms are noticeably absent, with experts citing deteriorating relations between the two Gulf countries as the likely reason. The absence is seen as a signal of displeasure from the UAE, following a dramatic split over the conflict in Yemen. Despite the tensions, analysts do not expect the situation to escalate into a hard operational boycott. The development was first reported by Reuters and further analyzed by Breaking Defense.