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Gaza will strain but not break Gulf-Iranian detente
The focus on de-escalation that dominated regional geopolitics prior to the October 7 Gaza war has proven durable
Gulf statesMonetary divides reflect stalling of Yemen peace talks
The Aden-based authorities are retaliating against the Huthi decision to issue a new currency
YemenKuwait’s elections will show little sign of change
Elections have reinforced the opposition's dominance of parliament
KuwaitIsrael may still resist US Gaza pressure in practice
Israel has promised to open new aid routes into Gaza after a stern call from the US President
IsraelGreen bond issuance will gradually grow in the Gulf
As the Gulf states move to diversify their economies, green financing from banks is complementing government efforts
Gulf statesEgypt will aim at rationalising energy consumption
The government is looking to manage electricity demand effectively
EgyptAnkara will firmly focus on the economy
With elections not until 2028, the ruling AKP will have time to focus on the economy and reverse its fortunes
TurkeyAlgerian-Emirati tensions will simmer but not explode
Abu Dhabi is carefully calibrating its response to negative statements by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune
Algeria
