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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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Bright Future Awaits Palestinian Resistance: Expert
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Bright Future Awaits Palestinian Resistance: Expert

Tuesday 7 October 2025
The Palestinian resistance has not only survived the war, but also won the hearts of the nations, according to the expert. Alwaght- On the second anniversary of the Gaza war, West Asia developments are undergoing a fresh trend. In the first view, although a large number of people of Gaza have been ...
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Nobel: A Political Reward or Peace Prize?
Analysis

Nobel: A Political Reward or Peace Prize?

Sunday 12 October 2025 ،
The Nobel Peace Prize is largely criticized for being politically-motivated. Alwaght- The leader of Venezuelan opposition Maria Corina Machado who on Friday was announced winner of the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for her so-called struggle for reviving democracy in Venezuela is now at the center of contr ...
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War on Olive: Roots of Palestine Targeted by Occupation
Report

War on Olive: Roots of Palestine Targeted by Occupation

Sunday 26 October 2025 ،
The Israelis step up their hostility, targeting olive trees that are not only sources of income but also symbols of Palestinian resistance and identity. Alwaght- Having reduced Gaza to ruins with its devastating attacks over the past two years, the Israeli regime is now waging a new war in another p ...
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Rebuilding or Geopolitical Engineering? A Look into Gaza Division in Red and Green Zones
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Rebuilding or Geopolitical Engineering? A Look into Gaza Division in Red and Green Zones

Monday 24 November 2025 ،
The US plan to divide Gaza into Red and Green Zones is questioned as a reconstruction plan and seen as a way to create a new entity off Palestinian control. Alwaght- After months of war, massive devastation, and collapse of the essential Gaza infrastructure, now a question is presenting itself: Wher ...
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Coup, War or Surrender: What Path Will Trump Pick in Venezuela?
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Coup, War or Surrender: What Path Will Trump Pick in Venezuela?

Saturday 29 November 2025 ،
The US president is going against international norms, seeking to overthrow a legitimate government in Venezuela. Alwaght- The sudden suspension of many international flights to Caracas and the simultaneous warning of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about the risks of flights over Venez ...
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Death of Abu Shabab a Blow to Tel Aviv’s Gaza Plans
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Death of Abu Shabab a Blow to Tel Aviv’s Gaza Plans

Saturday 6 December 2025 ،
Militia leader had drawn the fury of Palestinians with his criminal actions and service to Israel. Alwaght- The death of Yassir Abu Shabab, the leader of an anti-Hamas terror group in Gaza was confirmed on Thursday. The death of Abu Shabab, whose militia is backed by Israel militarily and logistical ...
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US’s Objectives and Challenges in Second Stage of Gaza Ceasefire
Analysis

US’s Objectives and Challenges in Second Stage of Gaza Ceasefire

Saturday 20 December 2025 ،
Hamas insists on key role in decision-making post-war as it enjoys popularity, but US wants to disarm and marginalize it. Alwaght- Amid the increasing Israeli attacks on Gaza and violation of the ceasefire, the guarantors of the Sharm El-Sheikh deal decided to hold a meeting to discuss the situation ...
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Assassinating Afghan Figures in Iran: What’s the Goal?
Analysis

Assassinating Afghan Figures in Iran: What’s the Goal?

Monday 29 December 2025 ،
At least three officials from previous Afghanistan government were assassinated in Iran so far, stirring speculations about the main motivations. Alwaght- After Taliban's takeover of power in Afghanistan in August 2021, a large number of previous government's security and military officials ...
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From Kabul to Kandahar: How Serious Is the Taliban Leadership Gap?
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From Kabul to Kandahar: How Serious Is the Taliban Leadership Gap?

Thursday 8 January 2026 ،
The Taliban are divided on a series of issues from power composition to women and this is costing the Kabul rulers their influence. Alwaght- Before the Taliban could seize the power in Kabul, the group for decades had firmly maintained its internal cohesion. 20 years of confrontation with the Americ ...
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Syria’s North Undergoes New Developments as US Stabs Kurds in the Back
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Syria’s North Undergoes New Developments as US Stabs Kurds in the Back

Monday 26 January 2026 ،
The US seems to be shifting alliance as it moves to compliance with al-Jolani’s demands and distancing from Kurdish allies. Alwaght- While the interim Syrian government led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) had earlier agreed to end their clashes and return peace to th ...

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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.