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Yemen conflict carries risks for global shipping

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YEMEN

Instability has worsened significantly in Yemen since the Huthi 'coup' against President Abd Rabbu Mansour Hadi in January. His government has been forced into exile; the Huthis…

Yemen jihadists stand to gain from Huthi conflict

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YEMEN

The prison break follows a series of bombings against Huthi targets claimed by al-Qaida's rival, the Islamic State group (ISG), in the capital in recent weeks. Jihadist groups…

Middle East jihadist states will struggle to survive

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MIDDLE EAST

Jihadist groups' territorial strategies.

Yemeni truce talks may not launch a peace process

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YEMEN

Saudi Arabia’s willingness to engage in direct talks with the Huthis reflects the seriousness of efforts to renew the ceasefire. Saudi Arabia’s interest in reaching a positive…

East Africa locust control will require coordination

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EAST AFRICA

Management of the locust plague affecting East Africa.

Ideological divisions will drive jihadist rivalry

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MIDDLE EAST/INT

Ideological divisions between Islamic State group and al-Qaida.

Multiple obstacles will block a Yemeni oil revival

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YEMEN

Hydrocarbon exports are critical to Hadi’s government, which relies almost exclusively on these revenues for funding.

Yemen intervention carries major risks for Egypt

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EGYPT

As a key ally of Saudi Arabia and the owner of the Arab world's largest armed forces, Egypt is a core member of the coalition campaign fighting the Huthi rebels and loyalists to…

Iraq undermined by Iranian and factional interests

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IRAQ

The US Treasury believes the dollars have gone to Iran, highlighting the extent of Tehran's involvement in Iraqi political, economic and security affairs. Sudani himself is…

China's foray into South Asia is risky for both sides

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SOUTH ASIA

China's ties with smaller South Asian countries.