Middle East

Elections in Iran: putting the brakes on reform 0
- Middle East
- February 22, 2016
As elections loom, powerful conservative elements move to slow the pace of change.
Iran In 2016 0
- Middle East
- February 5, 2016
As divisions emerge over improving relations with the West, Tehran will become increasingly polarised.
Middle East & North Africa In 2016 0
- Middle East
- February 5, 2016
The geopolitical rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran will drive regional developments in 2016.
Turkey In 2016 1
- Middle East
- February 5, 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.

Shifting US policy as Iran sanctions lifted 0
- Middle East
- January 30, 2016
While the lifting of sanctions may signal a broader shift in U.S.-Iranian relations, the historically fraught relationship faces many challenges.
Briefing: Saudi-Iranian Relations 0
- Middle East
- January 5, 2016
Islam has become the central ideological battle ground in the new Middle Eastern Cold War
Russia, Turkey & a no-fly zone in northern Syria 0
- Middle East
- October 19, 2015
Turkey’s desire for a no fly zone over northern Syria has been frustrated by Russian intervention.
Syria: a more coherent strategy?0
- Middle East
- September 28, 2015
As Western leaders soften their stance over Bashar al Assad’s future, the groundwork for a political solution may be in the offing.