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The joint declaration by Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Qatar calling for Hamas to disarm and step aside could mark the beginning of the end of political Islam’s dominance in the Arab world. But history urges caution. These regimes have long mastered the art of bold promises with little follow-through. This isn’t yet an Arab reset—it’s a test of whether rhetoric can finally become reality.

The Egypt–Gulf relationship is shifting from shared vision to strained bargain. While the Gulf demands asset-backed investments and disciplined returns, Egypt seeks financial relief and political breathing room. The trust that once bridged these differences is fading, replaced by transactional terms that risk unraveling in times of crisis.