In a rather surprising move, Saudi Arabia is trying to resume relations with its neighbor Qatar after more than three years of tension. In early December 2020, Riyadh announced that a resolution is within reach with this tiny yet gas-rich country. But there are a number of questions that need to be addressed. What has made the Saudi kingdom review its policies on Doha at this point in time? Is Riyadh really seeking a longstanding friendship with Qatar? And is the resolution really within reach? And what challenges might await the Saudis? While many are hailing the Saudis' initiative as a huge breakthrough, others think there's a long way to go.