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In-depth: The proliferation of domestic drone production in the region has changed the geopolitical landscape and reengineered battlefield dynamics, but with potentially destabilising consequences.

Analysis: Hamas' visit to Russia at the height of international tensions over the Ukraine war could be the Kremlin's way of pressuring Israel over its stance towards Moscow's invasion.

Analysis: Despite a ruthless reputation as skilled and unrelenting fighters, the presence of Ramzan Kadyrov and Chechen troops in Ukraine has not made a significant impact in Russia’s war efforts.

Analysis: With political rhetoric heating up, the former Yugoslav republic is facing its greatest crisis since the Bosnian war.

Analysis: The fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban is amplifying fears that extremist groups will again find a safe haven where they can reorganise. This year, Africa has become the region hardest hit by terrorism, and militant groups are thriving.

Analysis: The Taliban's rise to power has amplified fears that Afghanistan's huge narcotics trade will only increase under the new fundamentalist regime.

Analysis: Israel's new government has signalled a willingness to reconnect with the EU, but questions remain over whether Tel Aviv will cut ties cultivated by Netanyahu with populist and far-right leaders.

Analysis: Political and business relations between Serbia and the United Arab Emirates are marked by opacity and secrecy.

In-depth: Space has become a new frontier in the competition for political power and economic development in the Middle East.

Analysis: Designating the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organisation could choke humanitarian supplies to Yemen and torpedo diplomatic efforts for peace.