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Analysis: A confrontation between Turkey and Kurdish fighters could affect the operation to retake Raqqa from the Islamic State group, writes Paul Iddon.
Analysis: Turkey's interests in Syria are many, and it may seek to use its FSA allies as a proxy in the north-west when Ankara eventually withdraws, writes Paul Iddon.
Analysis: The Islamic State group imposed its 'caliphate' across swathes of Iraq and Syria, but as they are beaten back from Mosul, will Iraqi militias press on into Syria?
Analysis: Turkish soldiers have spent months trying to wrest the northern Syrian city from the clutches of the Islamic State group. Now Assad's troops are marching their way.
Analysis: Keeping Syrian refugees out of Turkey in an area controlled by Ankara's troops would also result in preventing Kurdish forces from linking up along the length of the border.
In-depth: As Donald Trump's 'Muslim ban' hits headlines and airports, Kurds are reminded, once again, of the old adage, 'all's fair in love and war'.
Analysis: The Golden Division has spearheaded the fight to retake Mosul, but many fear it may burn itself out in the process, reports Paul Iddon.
Analysis: Two years of squabbling over plunging prices almost disbanded the oil cartel, but after several non-OPEC countries got on board to limit production, OPEC's back in the game.
Analysis: Propping up Assad has enabled Tehran to enhance its influence in the Middle East, which is why Iranian leaders continue to justify their costly endeavor, writes Paul Iddon.
Book Club: Debriefing the President is a decent personal memoir about Nixon's experiences with Saddam, as well as an enjoyable light read, writes Paul Iddon.