Iran scrambles to blame US, Israel for Syria’s troubles
"The recent terrorist activities in Syria are part of a plot by the Israeli regime and the US to undermine regional security,” IRNA claimed.
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Iranian FM and Quds Force do outreach to Iraq
High-level meetings in Tehran signal deepening Iran-Iraq security cooperation, while Iran simultaneously advances its regional agenda through talks with Turkey, Russia, and Lebanon.
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Ahead of UNGA session, Iran on a diplomatic offensive amid Hezbollah-Israel flare-up
Iran is also working with non-western groups at the UN. IRNA noted these include the Non-Aligned Movement, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, BRICS, and others.
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Iraqi-US raid on ISIS shows group is still a threat
The recent US raid on ISIS in Iraq highlights the group's ongoing threat and the crucial role of coalition forces in maintaining regional stability.
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Is Hezbollah beginning to anticipate IDF’s responses?
The Alma Research and Education Center: "Hezbollah attacks doubled in May."
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What is Iran’s strategy against Israel amid FM’s Middle East trips?
It is clear that Iran, the main backer of Hezbollah and Hamas, is seeking to keep both terrorist groups in play against Israel.
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Khamenei promises ‘de-Americanization’ of Mideast
All eyes are on Iran in terms of the next moves it may make.
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Seven ways China can benefit from the Israel-Hamas war
Serious aggression by China in Taiwan or elsewhere won’t be as shocking to those in the West given what’s going on.
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Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb and Al Qaeda’s Senior Leadership
With recent events in Mali and Algeria, there is a notable uptick in interest in Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM). One question commentators are asking is what the relationship is between A...
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India Revives Energy Ties with Iran
New Delhi: In a visible attempt to re-engage with Iran's energy sector, India has submitted a reworked master development plan for Iran's Farsi natural gas block. A consortium led by ONGC Vi...
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Countering The Threat From Terrorist Media
The Long War against radical Islam is a war of ideas as much as a war of arms. Yet, for much of the past decade, the incitement and violent propaganda emanating from satellite television stations...