Gulf states

Although the Saudi king may be disappointed with US efforts to engage with Iran, geopolitics prevent policy shifts

The IMF's outlook for the region notes recovery and resilience amid regional turmoil and low oil prices

Governments are seeking to fight 'Islamic State' abroad and prevent a backlash from its supporters at home

Amid a wider crackdown on dissent, the region's journalists and activists face increasing restrictions online

After a decade of high oil prices and high public spending, Gulf states face a serious fiscal squeeze in the years ahead

Unless a deal to solve Yemen's latest crisis is agreed, instability will worsen, with consequences for regional security

Abandonment of Swiss franc's peg to the euro raises questions about other pegs' feasibility

Tensions between the United States and Gulf states remain beneath the surface despite efforts to reconcile them