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The Arabian Peninsula to Central Asia is an extremely dry region with valuable oil and mineral resources.
Major physical features of the Arabian Peninsula, Iraq, and Iran include desert plains and mountains, a dry climate with little vegetation, and valuable oil resources.
Central Asia is a landlocked region with rugged mountains, a harsh, dry climate with minimal vegetation, and valuable mineral and oil resources.
Most countries of the Arabian Peninsula share three main characteristics: Islamic religion and culture, monarchy as a form of government, and valuable oil resources.
Islamic culture and an economy greatly based on oil influence life in Saudi Arabia.
Most Arabian Peninsula countries other than Iraq and Iran are monarchies influenced by Islamic culture and oil resources.
Iraq, a country with a rich culture and natural resources, faces the challenge of rebuilding after years of conflict.
Iraq's history includes rule by many conquerors and cultures. Its recent history includes wars.
Most of Iraq's people are Arab, and Iraqi culture includes the religion of Islam.
Iraq today must rebuild its government and economy, which have suffered from years of conflict.
Islam is a huge influence on government and daily life in Iran.
Iran's history includes great empires and an Islamic republic.
In Iran today, Islamic religious leaders restrict the rights of most Iranians.
While they share similar histories, traditions, and challenges, different ethnic groups create unique cultures for the countries of Central Asia.
Throughout history, many different groups have conquered Central Asia.
Many different ethnic groups and their traditions influence culture in Central Asia.
The countries of Central Asia are working to develop their economies and to improve political stability in the region.
The countries of Central Asia face issues and challenges related to the environment, the economy, and politics.
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