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Weekly Briefing: March 7, 2016

EU and Turkish leaders discuss migrant flows, anti-ISIS operations build in Iraq and Syrian talks loom.

Weekly Briefing: February 29, 2016

Super Tuesday, election results in Iran, Venezuela’s economic crisis and the truce in Syria is tested.

Elections in Iran are likely to be hotly contested
Elections in Iran: putting the brakes on reform

As elections loom, powerful conservative elements move to slow the pace of change.

Europe In 2016

The absence of a common vision among EU member states will continue to undermine the Union.

Iran In 2016

As divisions emerge over improving relations with the West, Tehran will become increasingly polarised.

The Former Soviet Union In 2016

Despite a weakening economy at home, the Kremlin will continue to focus on foreign policy matters.

Middle East & North Africa In 2016

The geopolitical rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran will drive regional developments in 2016.

Oil Prices In 2016

As Iran resumes large-scale exports and OPEC fails to limit production, oil will remain cheap in 2016.

Turkey In 2016

Concerned about developments on its southern border, Turkey will adopt a more assertive stance towards the Syrian and possibly engage in a limited intervention.

The United States In 2016

In an election year, the US will face a bold Kremlin, fractious Middle East and assertive China.