Predictions for Mideast

What's next for the Middle East?

Fast-spreading protests set up dramatic changes — and risks — for the region over the next year. 

Predictions 

Also: 

• Brutal turn in Bahrain
• Deadly clashes in Libya
• Islamist role rises in Egypt

Egypt uprising inspires entire region

Nervous governments try to stop the spreading protests in the Middle East and North Africa.  

Latest clashes 

Also: 

• W.H. warning on Bahrain
• Israel's warship claim
• Gates on U.S. response

Web searchers ask: 'Where is Bahrain?'

The unrest in the Middle East sparks a surge in searches for the locations of key countries.  

Take a map quiz 

Also: 

• Army clamps down
• Summary of protests
• Impact on oil prices