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Raisi's cabinet nominees signal IRGC's expanding political influence

Politics

2021-08-19

Raisi's cabinet nominees signal IRGC's expanding political influence

Eight individuals selected to head various ministries are current or former commanders of the military or the IRGC.

Hizbullah threats seek to dampen resolve to uncover truth about port blast

Politics

2021-08-16

Hizbullah threats seek to dampen resolve to uncover truth about port blast

Hizbullah has been attempting to conceal the facts about last year's cataclysmic explosion at the Beirut port, but hopes remain that the true culprits will be found and prosecuted.

Russian inroads in Levant threaten Iran's dreams of expansion

Politics

2021-08-05

Russian inroads in Levant threaten Iran's dreams of expansion

Russia's dominance in Syria gives Iran little room to expand or profit from its intervention, and may even pose a long-term threat to its security.

Lebanese Hizbullah faces rising domestic and international opposition

Politics

2021-06-21

Lebanese Hizbullah faces rising domestic and international opposition

In addition to facing fierce resistance in the streets of Lebanon, the Iran-backed party is being shut out of global financial institutions for its ongoing criminal and terrorist activities.

Syrian students see foreign language options dwindle as Moscow pushes Russian

Politics

2021-06-09

Syrian students see foreign language options dwindle as Moscow pushes Russian

Russian language learning has been heavily promoted in Syria, as part of Russia's soft power plan to increase its control over the Middle Eastern country.

Observers see humanitarian crisis looming in event of Iran conflict

Politics

2021-06-07

Observers see humanitarian crisis looming in event of Iran conflict

A mass exodus of Iranians would be expected in the event of a war, and of great concern is the plight of refugees inside Iran and the potential for a regional refugee crisis.

Iranian regime's misplaced priorities fuel deep discontent at home

Politics

2021-05-12

Iranian regime's misplaced priorities fuel deep discontent at home

Discontent is on the rise with more evidence that top leaders are prioritising the regime's expansionist agenda abroad over the economic well-being of its citizens.

Leaked Zarif audio reveals IRGC's dominance in decision-making

Politics

2021-04-27

Leaked Zarif audio reveals IRGC's dominance in decision-making

The Iranian foreign minister levels harsh criticism at Qassem Soleimani and the IRGC's influence on Iran's foreign policy in a leaked audio file that is causing ferocious domestic backlash.

Mafia-like behaviour of Iraqi militias rebuked by Iranian handlers

Politics

2021-04-14

Mafia-like behaviour of Iraqi militias rebuked by Iranian handlers

Even Iran's Supreme Leader is upset, calling the Iran-backed militias 'thieves' for the disappearance of vast sums of money destined for Tehran, and their vicious infighting over influence and money.

Hizbullah has taken Lebanon 'hostage', politicians say

Politics

2021-04-06

Hizbullah has taken Lebanon 'hostage', politicians say

The Iran-backed party is undermining the Lebanese state and international entities and agreements, keeping Lebanon mired in crisis.