Analysis Iran-Iraq agreement about more than borders Tehran reinforces position in Iraq with border deal; Syria heats up despite Arab rapprochement; Iraq-Turkey manage differences on water, oil and PKK. By Week in Review , Andrew Parasiliti
UAE, India to boost cooperation via digital currency The Emirati Central Bank has begun implementing its digital dirham strategy following a financial cooperation agreement with India and the UAE's cryptocurrency push. Gulf
The Economic Statecraft of the Gulf Arab States: A book talk with Karen Young Register now for this in-person event in Washington, DC on Monday, April 3.
Turkey left off guest list for Biden’s 2nd democracy summit Turkey's exclusion from the Biden administration's second Summit for Democracy comes as the country gears up for historic presidential elections in May. Turkey
Egypt-China relations strengthen with $2 billion factory deal China is making major economic inroads into Egypt along with other countries in the Middle East. Egypt
Islamic State kills 15 truffle hunters in Syria, as clashes resume in Aleppo The two incidents demonstrated the continued dangers of the Syrian civil war, even as the conflict has wound down somewhat. Syria
As Lebanon crumbles, leaders prioritize daylight saving time delay The Lebanese, reeling under a devastating economic crisis, mocked the government decision to delay the switch to daylight saving time. Lebanon
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