Iran
Iran’s interlocutors will focus on nuclear deal return
The floating of a ‘Plan B’ interim agreement reflects rising pessimism on prospects
IranIran’s president may seek to improve legislative links
The parliament has for the second time refused President Raisi’s choice of education minister
IranProspects for Iran in 2022
Economic and COVID-19 struggles will loom large as US nuclear negotiations face blockages
IranIran-linked wargames may boost Middle East tensions
Large-scale military exercises and new diplomatic missions precede the next round of nuclear talks
Middle EastAssassination bid may help Iraqi premier’s prospects
Iran-backed fighters have disclaimed responsibility for the latest drone attack
IraqConservative factionalism will shape Iran’s policies
Full conservative control of presidency and parliament for the first time in eight years does not mean policy unity
IranIran’s conservatives will seek to balance pressures
A firm agreement to resume indirect US talks coincides with claims of a victorious maritime encounter
IranIsraeli-Iranian cyberwarfare leaves both vulnerable
Amid reports of another Israeli strike on pro-Iranian militias in Syria, state-sponsored backers intensify operations
Israel
