Iran
Rivalry will shape Gulf states’ relations
The Saudi-Iranian deal is more of a ‘cold peace’ than a comprehensive solution to regional rivalries
Gulf statesIran’s new security head faces border challenges
The president today replaced the long-serving head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council
IranNaval tensions could strain Iran-Gulf states ties
Confrontational rhetoric around the security of shipping in Gulf has increased further in the past few days
Gulf statesIran will execute more protesters
Iran today executed three men accused of killing security personnel during anti-government protests in November
IranIran-Russia ties will consolidate further
Official visits and agreements have boosted Iran-Russia energy, transport and naval cooperation in recent days
IranIran-Azerbaijan tensions will remain elevated
Despite increasing bilateral trade, Iran’s expulsion of four Azerbaijani diplomats has worsened diplomatic tensions
IranIran-Saudi Arabia relations will develop slowly
Iran and Saudi Arabia failed to meet their self-imposed deadline on reopening their embassies by May 10
IranOil reliance will fall in Middle East and North Africa
Dependence on oil and gas revenues has fallen in the Middle Eastern and North African hydrocarbon-rich states since 2010
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