Iran
Labour protests in Iran will gain momentum
Labour protests, driven mainly by economic conditions, have increased in intensity since November
IranOman’s economic ties with Iran are set to increase
A series of cooperation agreements and hydrocarbon ties with Iran have been announced since May 21
OmanMore Israeli action is likely in Iran
Tehran vowed revenge yesterday for the assassination of a senior Revolutionary Guard figure
IranPrice rises in Iran will trigger more labour unrest
Two French nationals accused of fomenting unrest were named yesterday as food price protests spread
IranTaliban external relations deteriorate
The Taliban are becoming isolated from Pakistan and Iran, ostensibly Afghanistan's most supportive neighbours
AfghanistanAbu Dhabi’s new president will ensure policy stability
The crown prince was unanimously appointed president on May 14 following the death of his half-brother
United Arab EmiratesAn Iranian nuclear deal will help regional security
The EU announced today that talks over Iran’s nuclear programme are to restart after two months of no negotiations
IranDetention of Western visitors to Iran could rise
Two European nationals were yesterday detained on accusations of fomenting chaos, social disorder and insecurity
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