Mauritania elections augur more continuity than change

The ruling party appears to be preparing a managed transition, offering substantial continuity but some hints of reform

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Tajik-Iran ties may improve but without old closeness

Two countries with close cultural ties are re-engaging after a frosty period

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The country is heading to a surprise snap election in mid-September after Netanyahu failed to form a government

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Islamic State militants have survived concerted attacks and are recruiting allies among jihadists opposed to peace talks

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As India’s prime minister begins a second term, the make-up of his cabinet offers clues to his likely approach to policy

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Austria's centre-right People's Party is expected to strengthen its support in the election, despite recent scandals

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Riyadh has recently sought to expand its economic and political ties with Baghdad, which were frozen for decades

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A deeply ingrained problem is spreading and Jewish communities are moving out of areas where they feel exposed

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The prime minister has won a second term with a landslide election victory

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Attacks in Cabo Delgado are increasing and getting closer to major investments

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