Politics Politics 2018-12-14 Iran-backed Iraqi militias block access to liberated areas Post ISIS, some militias operating under the auspices of the popular mobilisation forces have refused to withdraw from liberated areas. Politics 2018-11-20 Iran-Syria rail link raises concerns, activist says A railway line that would link Iran with the Mediterranean port of Latakia may serve as a conduit of weapons for the IRGC, an activist warns. Politics 2018-11-07 IRGC settles its fighters in Syrian border town More than 70 families of the fighters of Iran-backed militias stationed in Syria have settled in the border town of Albu Kamal. Politics 2018-11-02 Iraq's al-Fateh Alliance seeks to push Iranian agenda The rise of the Iran-backed political alliance poses significant threats to Iraq's sovereignty and stability, experts tell Diyaruna. Politics 2018-10-04 IRGC consolidates presence in Syria's Deir Ezzor IRGC troops and affiliated militias have been arriving in the eastern province of Deir Ezzor in large numbers over the last few days. Politics 2018-09-28 IRGC expands its presence in Syria's Ghouta Charitable, social and educational organisations backed by Iran are spreading out in the Damascus suburbs, an activist cautions. Politics 2018-09-17 White Helmets refute Russia claims they are 'staging chemical attack' Russia and the Syrian regime are spreading false rumours that the Syria Civil Defence and some opposition factions are planning to stage chemical attacks in Idlib province, activists say. Politics 2018-09-11 Iran-funded foundation makes 'soft power' inroads in Syria A foundation operated by Lebanon's Hizbullah with direct funding from Iran has been attempting to further Iranian interests in Syria. Politics 2018-09-04 Iran-Syria accord cements IRGC presence in Syria The latest military and defence co-operation agreement allows for continued Iranian 'presence and participation' in Syria. Politics 2018-08-28 Hizbullah, Syrian regime clash in Deir Ezzor The flare-up is a continuation of clashes that began last month over the control of land and river crossings and the revenue they generate. 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