The issue leads with an examination of the geopolitics surrounding the construction of Egypt’s first nuclear plant and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s aim of shaping a nuclear Middle East where Arab states can confront Iran on an equal footing without having to rely on the United States.
Politics coverage leads with a special report from Yemen focused on the impact of the continued blockade of roads into and out of Taiz, which is besieged despite a United Nations-backed truce that included provisions for the seven-year blockade to be lifted.
Energy sector coverage leads with an examination of the oil market ahead of a crucial early-August meeting of Opec+ ministers.
Risk Management Reports focus on the UAE's federation and emirates.
The GSN View examines the prospects for a region-wide defence pact to counter Iran.
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