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Rivals will use tribes to destabilise Syria’s Raqqa

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SYRIA

Some 80% of the city, which was the de facto capital of Islamic State (IS) until its capture by the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), was ruined in fighting and…

Algeria’s UNSC seat will bolster its global standing

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ALGERIA

Securing the UNSC seat in June represented a victory for Algeria’s diplomatic efforts at a time when the country wants to showcase a more engaged attitude in international affairs…

Gulf states: Western investment drive will accelerate

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GULF STATES

This trend was sustained in 2023 with USD23bn worth of investments in US markets alone. However, Gulf investments are subject increasingly to greater Western scrutiny because of…

Syria players’ next steps hinge on US withdrawal plans

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SYRIA

Confusion still reigns over US military policy on Syria two months after US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a withdrawal. Washington is seeking a deal between Kurdish…

Mutual benefit will keep Turkey and NATO together

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TURKEY/NATO

Turkey's relations with NATO.

Syrian intelligence will play a major post-war role

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SYRIA

The role of Syrian intelligence agencies.

Jordan’s king will face rising popular pressures

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JORDAN

Former Crown Prince Hamzah was placed under house arrest on April 3, as 20 other people were detained. His release of audio and video material that undermined the official…

Muslim Brotherhood will survive the Middle East crisis

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MENA

Mapping the Muslim Brotherhood.

Lebanese polls may largely confirm the status quo

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LEBANON

A new electoral law passed on June 16, 2017, for the first time allows expatriates to participate. It also gives independent candidates a chance to compete against the established…

Southern Yemen deal will require added Saudi pressure

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YEMEN

The government was ejected from the city in clashes with the separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC) in August. Earlier this month, the sides signed a Saudi-brokered peace…