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Middle East allies step up to aid Afghanistan airlift
Politics

2021-08-26

Middle East allies step up to aid Afghanistan airlift

Middle Eastern support for Kabul evacuations is emblematic of 'strong and enduring' partnerships in the region, the US secretary of state says.

Lebanese struggle to break free of Iran's grip
Politics

2021-08-25

Lebanese struggle to break free of Iran's grip

The assassination of Hizbullah critic Lokman Slim solidified the conviction that Lebanon is occupied by Iran and that opponents will be silenced.

IRGC seen as inconvenient truth for 'allies' Russia and China
Politics

2021-08-23

IRGC seen as inconvenient truth for 'allies' Russia and China

The disruptive actions of Iran's IRGC represent a major obstacle to the economic and military plans of Russia and China in the Middle East.

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.