The Middle East Situation

Saudi Arabia and Jordan are expected to renew efforts to bring about a meeting between Iraq and Syria, although the climate between the two Ba'thist neighbors has worsened in the wake of the cancellation of the planned 13 June encounter. Iran's relations with France have taken a turn for the better, with the release of two French hostages held in Lebanon by an Iranian-inspired group. In Tunisia, President Habib Bourguiba has re-imposed his personal stamp on...