What does the cryptic crossword clue "From the east, say, royal Islamic leader to rise again (2-6)" mean?

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From the east, say, royal Islamic leader to rise again (2-6)

Guardian Cryptic #27212 | 13 Across | 2017-06-01

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Reverse of EG (say) + R + EMEER

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