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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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Driving Forces Behind Rising Iranian-Russian Alliance
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Driving Forces Behind Rising Iranian-Russian Alliance

Thursday 18 December 2025
Strategic Cooperation. The aim is to boost bilateral ties for the next 20 years at all levels. The treaty is welcomed by the two countries as a sign of deepening of the strategic convergence and indicating the two countries’ relations upgrade to strategic levels. Iranian Foreign Minister Abba ...
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How’s UAE Become Israel’s Biggest Military Industry Partner in the Region?
Analysis

How’s UAE Become Israel’s Biggest Military Industry Partner in the Region?

Saturday 20 December 2025 ،
partnership between the two sides. The aircraft, capable of carrying payloads up to 300 kilograms, can remain airborne for up to 30 hours and reach an altitude of 9,000 meters while conducting missions focused on reconnaissance, surveillance, communications relay, and electronic warfare. In January ...
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Iran and Pakistan Work Together to Advance Regional Stability
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Iran and Pakistan Work Together to Advance Regional Stability

Monday 22 December 2025 ،
partnerships in South Asia and the Middle East. The conversation also emphasized the continuation of diplomatic consultations with other regional countries aimed at maintaining peace and stability. This reflects Tehran and Islamabad’s shared interest in addressing regional challenges, includi ...
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Iran’s Fleeting Golden Opportunity in Sahel Region
Analysis

Iran’s Fleeting Golden Opportunity in Sahel Region

Monday 22 December 2025 ،
partnership. Tehran’s activities in providing political, military, and diplomatic support during this sensitive period can rapidly translate into economic and trade cooperation. The AES alliance now spans approximately 2.7 million square kilometers with a population of around 80 million. The ...
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Anti-Turkish Security Dilemma in Eastern Mediterranean
Analysis

Anti-Turkish Security Dilemma in Eastern Mediterranean

Tuesday 23 December 2025 ،
Strategically, Israeli regime is eyeing a balance of power against Turkey, a country that has key role in regional crises like Syria and Libya. So, this security alliance will allow the Israelis to establish a network of military and logistical bases in Eastern Mediterranean that enable rapid action ...
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Somaliland, Israel’s New Gamble in Horn of Africa
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Somaliland, Israel’s New Gamble in Horn of Africa

Sunday 28 December 2025 ،
partnerships aimed at economic growth and stability in West Asia and Africa. The Israeli decision drew negative reactions from Somali and the surrounding countries. Somaliland is an autonomous region in Horn of Africa and in the southern coasts of Gulf of Aden. Somaliland is the name adopted by th ...
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A Review of Newly Published US National Security Document
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A Review of Newly Published US National Security Document

Monday 29 December 2025 ،
Strategic Studies hosted a meeting shedding light on the newly published US national security document. In the meeting, the Tehran-based institute’s head Ahmad Zarean with the presence of journalists brought in a spotlight the document and its implications through a comprehensive analytical le ...
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Iranian Parliament National Security Commission to Hold Meeting
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Iranian Parliament National Security Commission to Hold Meeting

Sunday 4 January 2026 ،
partnerships. The commission plays a key role in shaping Iran’s foreign and defense policies, providing lawmakers with briefings on regional conflicts, international security, and economic diplomacy. This week’s agenda highlights Iran’s emphasis on countering foreign intelligence ...
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As Western-dominated Order Erodes, Many Question MSC Influence
Analysis

As Western-dominated Order Erodes, Many Question MSC Influence

Sunday 15 February 2026 ،
Strategic pivot to the East and global rebalancing  In such conditions, many countries are redefining their geopolitical priorities. Broader interaction with China and Russia, membership or cooperation with such blocs as BRICS or regional Asian organizations, and the push to break free from do ...
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Europe Weighing Up Moves for Post-American World Order
Analysis

Europe Weighing Up Moves for Post-American World Order

Monday 16 February 2026 ،
partnerships, the trans-Atlantic tie-up has been a cornerstone of the continent's safety and prosperity. However, policies championed by President Donald Trump, including the imposition of heavy tariffs on Western allies and unilateral moves like the suggestion of seizing Greenland, have jolted ...

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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.