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Ansarullah

Ansarullah

A Zaidi Shiite movement operating in Yemen. It seeks to establish a democratic government in Yemen.
Shiite

Shiite

represents the second largest denomination of Islam. Shiites believe Ali (peace be upon him) to be prophet"s successor in the Caliphate.
Resistance

Resistance

Axis of Resistances refers to countries and movements with common political goal, i.e., resisting against Zionist regime, America and other western powers. Iran, Syria, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Hamas in Palestine are considered as the Axis of Resistance.
Persian Gulf Cooperation Council

Persian Gulf Cooperation Council

A regional political u n i o n consisting of Arab states of the Persian Gulf, except for Iraq.
Taliban

Taliban

Taliban is a Sunni fundamentalist movement in Afghanistan. It was founded by Mohammed Omar in 1994.
  Wahhabism & Extremism

Wahhabism & Extremism

Wahhabism is an extremist pseudo-Sunni movement, which labels non-Wahhabi Muslims as apostates thus paving the way for their bloodshed.
Kurds

Kurds

Kurds are an ethnic group in the Middle East, mostly inhabiting a region, which spans adjacent parts of Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey. They are an Iranian people and speak the Kurdish languages, which form a subgroup of the Northwestern Iranian branch of Iranian languages.
NATO

NATO

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is an intergovernmental military alliance based on the North Atlantic Treaty which was signed on 4 April 1949.
Islamic Awakening

Islamic Awakening

Refers to a revival of the Islam throughout the world, that began in 1979 by Iranian Revolution that established an Islamic republic.
Al-Qaeda

Al-Qaeda

A militant Sunni organization founded by Osama bin Laden at some point between 1988 and 1989
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Israel’s Creeping Influence in Central Asia a Threat to Iran’s Security Interests
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Israel’s Creeping Influence in Central Asia a Threat to Iran’s Security Interests

Wednesday 12 November 2025
Central Asia has become a scene for competition of foreign actors. In recent years, with the increase in the geopolitical rivalry among regional and international powers over a broader role in the global trade, energy, and transit, the capacities of former soviet republic have gained significance mo ...
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What’s behind Saudi Plan to Strengthen Its Lebanon Influence?
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What’s behind Saudi Plan to Strengthen Its Lebanon Influence?

Sunday 16 November 2025 ،
Riyadh intends to enhance ties with Lebanon in a bid to execute American agenda to that aims to give Israel an upper hand in the region. Alwaght- In recent years, the Saudi relations with Lebanon have witnessed many ups and downs; from the downgrading diplomatic relations to cutting off trade ties a ...
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US Multi-layer Plan to Dominate Gaza
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US Multi-layer Plan to Dominate Gaza

Sunday 16 November 2025 ،
The US president is pushing to seize Gaza and make it an American asset. Alwaght- Over the past months, Gaza crisis has not only become one of the most complicated cases of international security, but also a scene for geopolitical confrontation of the great powers. Having been standing by the Israe ...
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Pakistan and Taliban: From Alliance to Enmity
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Pakistan and Taliban: From Alliance to Enmity

Monday 17 November 2025 ،
Central Asia to South and West Asia, combined with Pakistan's critical function as a gateway to the open seas, has cemented their status as key players in regional affairs. So, Stability, or instability, in Afghanistan directly impacts Pakistan's national security and the regional balance of ...
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Military Mobility Corridors: Europe Bracing for Possible Russia Confrontation
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Military Mobility Corridors: Europe Bracing for Possible Russia Confrontation

Tuesday 18 November 2025 ،
European states are interconnecting to ensure faster response should war with Russia erupt. Alwaght- Nearly four years after Ukraine war started, the impacts of this conflict on the European security and defense structure remain deep and unfolding. This war has motivated European review of defense p ...
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With Multi-billion Plans Collapsing, Saudi Megaprojets Prove a Failure Story
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With Multi-billion Plans Collapsing, Saudi Megaprojets Prove a Failure Story

Wednesday 19 November 2025 ،
The kingdom is trying to sell a picture of progress of its megaprojects, but figures suggest it will soon need to review its ambitious path. Alwaght- In April 2016, the newly appointed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman unveiled an ambitious plan for economic and social development called Saudi ...
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How Are Lebanese Govt.’s Incorrect Policies Emboldening Israeli Attacks on Lebanon?
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How Are Lebanese Govt.’s Incorrect Policies Emboldening Israeli Attacks on Lebanon?

Saturday 22 November 2025 ،
Parts of Lebanese government are proving hostile to Hezbollah just against public will and this sends a signal of weakness to Tel Aviv. Alwaght- In recent weeks, the level of Israeli threats against Lebanon has unprecedentedly increased. Simultaneously, recurrent airstrikes on various parts of the s ...
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Why’s Trump Boycotted South Africa G20 Summit?
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Why’s Trump Boycotted South Africa G20 Summit?

Monday 24 November 2025 ،
The US president skipped the event in South Africa under genocide allegations, but analysts point to other drivers behind boycott. Alwaght- The US decision to boycott the G20 summit in South Africa made one of the most controversial diplomatic moves of recent months. On the surface, Washington just ...
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Larijani Calls for Strategic, Economic Expansion with Pakistan
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Larijani Calls for Strategic, Economic Expansion with Pakistan

Tuesday 25 November 2025 ،
Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has urged “strategic” ties with Islamabad ALWAGHT- Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has urged “strategic” ties with Islamabad during talks with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Min ...
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Protests against Al-Jolani’s Govt. Boil Over in Syria after a Year of Suppressive Rule
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Protests against Al-Jolani’s Govt. Boil Over in Syria after a Year of Suppressive Rule

Wednesday 26 November 2025 ،
Protests demand curbing violence against minorities as militias loyalist to government continue violations. Alwaght- A year after rise to power of the militias led by Ahmad al-Sharaa, better known for his nom de guerre Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, Syria is still grappling with dangerous upturn of the wav ...

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Commemorating the 36th anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini (RA), the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Commemorating the 36th anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini (RA), the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran.