Jonathan Fenton-Harvey is a journalist and researcher who focuses on conflict, geopolitics and humanitarian issues in the Middle East and North Africa.
Analysis: India's cooperation with traditional US partners in the Middle East is increasing, with Washington hoping to leverage this against China. Yet as an emerging power, India still has its own independent regional interests.
Analysis: The Islamic State affiliate has taken advantage of local grievances and power vacuums to undermine the Taliban's rule, sparking concerns that regional interference may be necessary to quell the group's expansion.
In-depth: As deadly fighting rages on between rival generals, it is the civilian-led grassroots resistance committees that have stepped up to provide food, medical care, and protection to those in need.
Analysis: The recent restoration of ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran could help bring an end to fighting in Yemen, which has been a critical issue between the two regional powers, but may not address the underlying causes of the conflict.
Analysis: Sisi has relied on financial aid from Gulf states to stabilise his regime since 2013, but amid Egypt's economic crisis there is a growing reluctance to continue investing.
In-depth: Despite ongoing legal challenges over weapons sales to Saudi Arabia, the UK government hopes to maximise its relations with the Gulf to boost post-Brexit trade.
Analysis: Germany is spearheading efforts to seek alternatives to Russian energy, potentially signalling a new era of cooperation between Europe and Gulf states.
In-depth: Plagued by controversies as foreign minister, Boris Johnson's policies in the Middle East as PM led to a shoring up of Gulf ties, including arms sales, and a hardened pro-Israel stance.
Analysis: Maintaining good ties with Europe is important for Algeria to access new energy markets, but Russia is an invaluable security and strategic partner.
