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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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Map of  Latest Battlefield Developments in Syria and Iraq on

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Netanyahu Returns Home from Washington Empty Handed
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Netanyahu Returns Home from Washington Empty Handed

Thursday 12 February 2026
Council”, a body including Turkey and Qatar that he had previously rejected outright . Experts suggest the decision reflects Tel Aviv’s strategic calculations regarding Gaza and Iran, describing it as an option for Netanyahu to align himself with regional powers rather than remain isola ...
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At Iran Corridor Summit, Pezeshkian Praises Regional Collaboration
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At Iran Corridor Summit, Pezeshkian Praises Regional Collaboration

Saturday 14 February 2026 ،
Council Secretary, focusing on economic collaboration and regional security issues, signaling growing coordination between Tehran and Moscow.
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Iran Pursues Talks, Rejects Threats: Security Chief
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Iran Pursues Talks, Rejects Threats: Security Chief

Monday 16 February 2026 ،
Council, said Tehran is not seeking war but will not yield to threats, stressing that Iran relies on a dual approach of negotiations and deterrence. He said Iran is prepared for fair talks on its peaceful nuclear program while safeguarding national security, rejecting pressure-driven demands and ins ...
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Why Are Arabs and Turkey against US War on Iran?
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Why Are Arabs and Turkey against US War on Iran?

Saturday 21 February 2026 ،
Council on Foreign Relations, points to a telling contradiction: despite the visible uptick in US military movements at bases and facilities across Gulf Arab states, there is no significant military preparedness underway within Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the UAE themselves. Meanwhile, ...
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Gaza in ’Board of Peace’ Trap: When Bombs Arrive before Aid
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Gaza in ’Board of Peace’ Trap: When Bombs Arrive before Aid

Sunday 22 February 2026 ،
Council members and even absence of Palestinian delegation. The American president voiced commitment of his country and the International community to make Gaza a better place and to reshape the governance in this Palestinian enclave. He added that the board is to allocate $10 billion in funding to ...
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Washington an Agent for Greater Israel Project
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Washington an Agent for Greater Israel Project

Monday 23 February 2026 ،
The Israeli regime is building its project for expansion across the region on the US unwavering support. Alwaght- The controversial new remarks by American ambassador to the Israeli regime, Mike Hukabee, has triggered waves of strong reactions across the Arab world. In a controversial television app ...
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Iran Urges the United States to Abandon Sanctions and War Rhetoric in Favor of Diplomacy and Respect
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Iran Urges the United States to Abandon Sanctions and War Rhetoric in Favor of Diplomacy and Respect

Monday 23 February 2026 ،
Council that while Iran’s enemies may start a war, they would be unable to control its outcome, stressing that sanctions and military pressure have failed. He urged the United States to abandon coercion and instead pursue diplomacy and mutual respect as the only viable path forward. He said I ...
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UN Officials Warn That Force Is Overtaking the Rule of Law
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UN Officials Warn That Force Is Overtaking the Rule of Law

Monday 23 February 2026 ،
Council's 61st session in Geneva with a stark warning that international norms protecting civilians are being steadily undermined. He framed his address around the global pursuit of dignity and justice, which he said continues to challenge repression worldwide. This followed UN chief Antó ...
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Trump Facing Refund Burden as Supreme Court Strikes Down his Tariffs
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Trump Facing Refund Burden as Supreme Court Strikes Down his Tariffs

Monday 23 February 2026 ،
Council on Foreign Relations poll shows a majority of Americans believe tariffs have driven up prices and that there should be limits on a president's authority to impose them. The timing of this decision in an election year could turn it into a politically risky issue. To implement the ruling, ...
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Latest Information on US Military Formation amid Threats of War with Iran
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Latest Information on US Military Formation amid Threats of War with Iran

Tuesday 24 February 2026 ،
Council stating: Under such circumstances, all bases, facilities, and assets of the hostile force in the region are considered legitimate targets within the framework of Iran's defensive response. Western analysts acknowledge both Iran's stated resolve and its military capabilities to strik ...

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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.