Mideast leaders are important figures in the Middle East region, and include ALIF, ASSAD, AMEER, EMIR, and SHAH. ALIF is a 4-letter term that refers to the leader of a country or region in the Middle East. ASSAD is a 5-letter term that refers to the current President of Syria, Bashar al-Assad. AMEER is a 5-letter term that refers to a Muslim ruler or prince. EMIR is a 4-letter term that is an Arabic title meaning 'COMMANDER' or 'prince'. SHAH is a 4-letter term that is a title used by Persian kings and rulers.