With new peace deals in the Gulf and discussions about what countries might be next to recognize Israel, the Caucuses seem far away.
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Joel C. Rosenberg explains why we should keep our eyes on the Sultan of Oman.
Here is what to watch this week.
The leading contenders are Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco. But the tea leaves seem to be pointing to Bahrain.