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Iraqi Kurdistan’s external vulnerability will increase
As the regional premier asserts Kurdish self-determination, its reality is eroding
IraqADNOC will help sustain Emirati growth
ADNOC Gas gains reflect expanded capacity as the company also doubles down on decarbonisation efforts
United Arab EmiratesAn Israeli southern Gaza offensive is a serious threat
Air strikes near Egypt’s border kill over 60 Palestinians, during the first military hostage release since October 2023
IsraelSyrian Kurds might lose their US military protection
Regional impacts of the Gaza conflict and devastating Turkish airstrikes are pressuring the Kurdish-led administration
SyriaEgypt is preparing the ground for devaluation
The government is trying to limit the impact of a new devaluation while moving to boost foreign reserves
EgyptEmirati conflict mediation efforts will boost stature
Abu Dhabi is showing the positive externality of ongoing strong ties with Moscow
United Arab EmiratesIsraeli social divisions will have long-term impact
National unity forged by the Hamas attacks is starting to show cracks, as old societal divisions re-emerge
IsraelUnity will support the less-wealthy Gulf countries
Several major intra-Gulf projects testify to the positive spillover of cordial relations on regional economies
Gulf states
