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Major loosening of Saudi alcohol laws is not imminent
Reports suggest alcohol sales to non-Muslim diplomats will be allowed soon in the country
Saudi ArabiaA Turkish-Iranian rapprochement will remain pragmatic
Iran’s president has paid a long-awaited visit to Ankara
TurkeyConfidence in Egypt’s economic outlook grows weaker
Regional conditions are aggravating an already difficult economic situation
EgyptThe United States has few good options in Yemen
Widening the air campaign against the Huthis risks miring the administration in an escalation loop with few off-ramps
YemenThe Algerian market will challenge investors
Closer political coordination between Washington and Algiers is spurring some US business interest
AlgeriaIranian hardliners will tie up elections and dissent
Even former two-term President Hassan Rouhani has now been disqualified from seeking a new Assembly of Experts seat
IranTunisia’s local elections will help Saied
Despite low turnout, local polls will pave the way for the presidential ballot by establishing new patronage networks
TunisiaTripoli-based premier will aim at building legitimacy
The Tripoli-based government is taking measures that help address different grievances
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