Politics Politics 2019-10-03 IRGC seeks to extend its foothold in Deir Ezzor In an effort to extend its influence and control in the strategic border region, the IRGC has been seizing houses and indoctrinating youth. Politics 2019-09-27 Russia-backed Syrian regime accused of using chemical weapons US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the US 'will not allow these attacks to go unchallenged' or tolerate those who choose to conceal them. Politics 2019-09-09 Iranian supertanker arrives at Syria's Tartus Satellite images reveal Iranian supertanker Adrian Darya 1 has arrived at the Syrian port of Tartus with a delivery of 2.1 million barrels of oil. Politics 2019-09-02 IRGC 'reconstruction' more like Syria land grab: activists The IRGC and its affiliates have been expanding Iran's footprint in Syria and cashing in on reconstruction activity in strategic areas. Politics 2019-08-29 Iraqi resentment grows over Iran-backed militias It has become clear to many Iraqis that the militias intend to exploit their role in the battle against ISIS to further Iran's agenda. Politics 2019-08-27 Iran-backed militias' defiance sparks Iraqi anger Since the issuance of a decree to restructure the Popular Mobilisation Forces, threats and incitement have been on the rise. Politics 2019-08-08 'Atmosphere of war' in Daraa as grace period ends The southern Syria province has seen heightened tension in recent weeks with the return of demonstrations, attacks and arrests. Politics 2019-07-09 Iraqi religious authorities maintain neutrality amid Iran crisis Shia authorities in Najaf have refrained from calling on Iraqis to support Iran in its crisis with the international community. Politics 2019-06-25 Satisfaction in Iraq as key cabinet positions filled With the appointment on Monday of new ministers of interior, defence and justice, the 22-minister cabinet is now almost complete. Politics 2019-06-13 Newest sanctions step up pressure on Syria, Iran regimes The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on 16 individuals and entities that formed a network benefitting the Syrian regime. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | Next
