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1 – 10 of 140Amid a tightening of control by the Iraqi central government, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), particularly the ruling Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), is attempting to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB287816
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Qatar has played an important mediating role during the ongoing Gaza conflict. Doha was granted Major Non-NATO Ally status in March 2022 in recognition of its contribution to US…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB287402
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While tensions across the region have risen sharply, Gulf and Iranian officials have engaged in regular and high-level dialogue that has so far prevented a wider conflagration…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286252
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GULF STATES: Mediation role will grow in importance
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES286428
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The Taliban were invited but refused to attend. There was no decision on appointing a UN special envoy for Afghanistan as mandated recently, although UN Secretary-General Antonio…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285495
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MIDDLE EAST: Washington will push for peace exchange
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES284976
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IRAN: Security risks will rise if the Gaza war widens
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES282668
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The call was the first between the leaders since Tehran and Riyadh restored diplomatic relations in March 2023. As well signalling a positive step in building relations, it was…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282870
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GULF STATES: US actions could deter Iranian seizures
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES280546
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In the past 12 months, Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have become dialogue partners of the SCO, while Iran has become a full member.