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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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New Syria: Economic Challenges or Opportunities for Turkey?
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New Syria: Economic Challenges or Opportunities for Turkey?

Tuesday 31 December 2024
Turkey is optimistic about economic advantages in post-Assad Syria, but observers say it is too early to celebrate as Syria can be a burden. Alwaght- A majority of the Turkish politicians and media outlets believe that Ankara which has been leading a project to topple the Syrian government is the bi ...
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Will ISIS Resurge as a Threat?
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Will ISIS Resurge as a Threat?

Tuesday 31 December 2024 ،
Security and Defense Committee, confirmed that “ISIS’s military aspect has ended, but its sleeper cells are still present in certain areas that it has chosen as safe havens and starting points for its fresh activities.” ISIS is still present in Iraq, and its members are estimated ...
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IRGC Ground Forces Initiate Extensive Military Exercises in Western Iran
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IRGC Ground Forces Initiate Extensive Military Exercises in Western Iran

Saturday 4 January 2025 ،
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has commenced a large-scale, specialized military drill in Kermanshah province, western Iran ALWAGHT- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has commenced a large-scale, specialized military drill in Kermanshah province, wester ...
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What’s Motivating US Military Stay in Syria Post-Assad?
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What’s Motivating US Military Stay in Syria Post-Assad?

Wednesday 15 January 2025 ،
The US pursues economic and geopolitical agenda in the region that motivates its Syria presence. Alwaght- With the collapse of Bashar al-Assad government in Syria, the prediction of the country sinking again in security, political, and social instability and crisis is coming true. As with the start ...
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Iran Unveils “Seraj,” a Formidable Laser-Powered Air Defense System
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Iran Unveils “Seraj,” a Formidable Laser-Powered Air Defense System

Wednesday 15 January 2025 ،
Iran’s Army showcased a cutting-edge laser-powered air defense system during military drills in the western and northern regions ALWAGHT- Iran's Army showcased a cutting-edge laser-powered air defense system during military drills in the western and northern regions. Iran's Army unveiled th ...
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Amid Anti-Hezbollah Plots, Will Lebanon’s "Golden Equation" End?
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Amid Anti-Hezbollah Plots, Will Lebanon’s "Golden Equation" End?

Thursday 16 January 2025 ،
Hezbollah remains a decisive force in Lebanese politics despite challenges ahead especially after assassination of its chief and commanders. Alwaght- After years of political stalemate in Lebanon over election of a president, the Lebanese groups finally reached a consensus on Joseph Aoun to fill the ...
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Iran-Russia Strategic Pact: What Does it Mean for the Two Actors?
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Iran-Russia Strategic Pact: What Does it Mean for the Two Actors?

Sunday 19 January 2025 ،
Iran and Russia are set to up their partnership at all levels amid fast-changing global equations. Alwaght- While only a few days are left before Donald Trump is inaugurated as the president of the US, Tehran and Moscow have displayed their resolve to shore up their bilateral ties and coordinate the ...
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Iran Army Ground Forces Initiate Comprehensive Security and Counterterrorism Drills
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Iran Army Ground Forces Initiate Comprehensive Security and Counterterrorism Drills

Monday 20 January 2025 ،
The Iranian Army’s Ground Forces have commenced large-scale security, offensive, and counterterrorism exercises along the nation’s borders and beyond ALWAGHT- The Iranian Army's Ground Forces have commenced large-scale security, offensive, and counterterrorism exercises along the nation's bo ...
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Barzani’s Initiative for Future of Syrian Kurds: Aims and Challenges
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Barzani’s Initiative for Future of Syrian Kurds: Aims and Challenges

Tuesday 21 January 2025 ،
National Council, to learn and trade views on recent developments in Syria and their position towards Damascus. Following this visit, Mazloum Abdi visited Erbil on Thursday to continue the negotiations on the Iraqi soil. According to a statement of Barzani's office, Barzani and Abdi discussed ...
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Gaza Ceasefire Aftershocks Shake Israel
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Gaza Ceasefire Aftershocks Shake Israel

Thursday 23 January 2025 ،
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and his party members resigned in opposition to the deal with Hamas.  With Ben-Gvir and Halevi's walkout, Netanyahu's government is on the brink of collapse. Furthermore, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatened that if after expiration of ...

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Palestinian prisoner exchange operation under strict security measures

Palestinian prisoner exchange operation under strict security measures