Iran
China will not rush Iran back to the nuclear deal
China backs Iranian nuclear restraint, but it has higher foreign policy imperatives
IranBahrain will talk up Iran threat amid regional shifts
As the kingdom hosts a major diplomatic event, it has announced the arrests of an Iran-backed terrorist cell
BahrainIranian environment protests may become more political
Water shortages in Isfahan have brought thousands of people out onto the streets
IranIran’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
Iraq
