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Prospects for the Middle East in the fourth quarter
The impact of the Iran nuclear deal, Syria's civil war and low oil prices will reverberate across the region
Middle EastProspects for the Middle East in the third quarter
The Iran nuclear deal will dominate the security agenda, while dealing with cheap oil will be a priority among exporters
Middle EastEconomic conditions boost stability in Middle East
The IMF's outlook for the region notes recovery and resilience amid regional turmoil and low oil prices
Middle EastSecurity fears will strengthen Arab authoritarianism
Young Arabs now see 'Islamic State', not reform, as the region's greatest challenge
Middle EastCheap oil will have mixed effect on the Maghreb
As in other regions, the low oil price will produce winners and losers in the Maghreb
North AfricaJihadi groups will compete for support in the Maghreb
Jihadi groups in the Maghreb aim to bolster their appeal to potential recruits throughout the region
North AfricaInternet crackdown is blow for activism in Middle East
Amid a wider crackdown on dissent, the region's journalists and activists face increasing restrictions online
Middle EastIslamic State fears will fuel Maghreb political risks
Fears of 'Islamic State' expansion may aggravate political fissures across the Maghreb, particularly in Libya
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