Iran
Iranian government faces severe economic challenges
The government is addressing its economic challenges by cutting subsidies, which will increase price pressures
IranA Saudi Arabia-Iran deal will boost security and trade
Iraq is mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia following five years of high tensions between the two
IranLabour protests in Iran will gain momentum
Labour protests, driven mainly by economic conditions, have increased in intensity since November
IranTaliban external relations deteriorate
The Taliban are becoming isolated from Pakistan and Iran, ostensibly Afghanistan's most supportive neighbours
AfghanistanOne major obstacle threatens Iran’s nuclear agreement
Nuclear deal negotiators left Vienna in early March, since when progress has stalled around one major obstacle
IranIraqi government formation could be delayed until 2023
Entrenched positions among the key politicians have resulted in delays in forming a new government
IraqPolitical factors will impact Iran's oil revenues
Iran has increased oil production and exports despite US sanctions
IranNew moves could bring an end to Yemen's civil war
A UN-brokered truce has been followed by a transfer of power from President Hadi to a new Presidency Council
Yemen
