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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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Amid Trump’s Pressures, Al-Maliki’s Candidacy Remains Shrouded in Uncertainty
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Amid Trump’s Pressures, Al-Maliki’s Candidacy Remains Shrouded in Uncertainty

Monday 16 February 2026
The Iraqi cabinet formation looks uncertain as the Iraqi factions are thinking over their next moves after US opposition to al-Maliki’s candidacy.
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From Tigris and Euphrates to Nile: Water Disputes and Regional Initiatives
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From Tigris and Euphrates to Nile: Water Disputes and Regional Initiatives

Tuesday 24 February 2026
As water crisis grows more serious, regional tensions may be given a reason to escalate.
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Barrack’s Three Missions in Baghdad: Iraqis Rigid, Americans Frustrated
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Barrack’s Three Missions in Baghdad: Iraqis Rigid, Americans Frustrated

Friday 27 February 2026
Trump sends his envoy to Iraq to impose Washington’s policies on Baghdad. But Iraqis are clinging to their independence of decision-making.
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Iran Executes Largest Military Action Against the US Since World War II
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Iran Executes Largest Military Action Against the US Since World War II

Saturday 28 February 2026
In response to US-Israeli actions, Iran has launched the most comprehensive military operation against American interests since the conclusion of World War II
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Iraqi Resistance Groups’ Surprises in War: Aspects and Implications
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Iraqi Resistance Groups’ Surprises in War: Aspects and Implications

Tuesday 17 March 2026
The Iraqi resistance groups are increasingly making Iraq unsafe for American forces.
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Ramadan War, Iraq’s Golden Opportunity to Get Rid of US Occupation
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Ramadan War, Iraq’s Golden Opportunity to Get Rid of US Occupation

Wednesday 25 March 2026
Iraqi resistance forces are moving to terminate the American military presence on their soil as Iran war unfolds.
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Iraqi Resistance Groups’ Growing Role in Regional Conflict: Why and How?
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Iraqi Resistance Groups’ Growing Role in Regional Conflict: Why and How?

Tuesday 7 April 2026
Iraqi resistance groups find this conflict the ultimate chance to end the US occupation in Iraq and secure a share in future Iraqi and regional orders.
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Election of Amidi As Iraq’s President: PUK Restores Power, Political Dynamics Shift
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Election of Amidi As Iraq’s President: PUK Restores Power, Political Dynamics Shift

Monday 13 April 2026
The PUK managed to send its candidate to Baghdad presidency in a move seen as transforming the power of the party and influencing Iraqi politics.
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Iraq’s PM Election Scenarios
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Iraq’s PM Election Scenarios

Saturday 25 April 2026
Iraq remains yet undecided about the PM choice as the US threatens sanctions if al-Maliki is chosen for the post.
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New Iraqi PM Has a Challenging Path Ahead: Expert
Interview

New Iraqi PM Has a Challenging Path Ahead: Expert

Wednesday 29 April 2026
The new Iraqi PM should work for better economic conditions while at the same time create balance in his ties with various home and foreign actors.
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The Challenging Process of Selecting Iraq’s Next Prime Minister
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The Challenging Process of Selecting Iraq’s Next Prime Minister

Thursday 30 April 2026
Iraq’s relatively consensual process for selecting a new prime minister shows a push beyond disagreements toward stability
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Iran President Affirms Readiness to Strengthen Ties with Iraq
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Iran President Affirms Readiness to Strengthen Ties with Iraq

Wednesday 6 May 2026
According to President Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran is fully prepared to broaden its comprehensive bilateral partnership with Iraq
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Iraqi Parties Locked in Intense Negotiations for Bigger Cabinet Share as New PM Starts Talks
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Iraqi Parties Locked in Intense Negotiations for Bigger Cabinet Share as New PM Starts Talks

Sunday 10 May 2026
The new government has a twisted course towards coming to existence as the new PM had some challenges to overcome.
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Atwan: Israeli Drones Likely Behind Saudi Airspace Incursions
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Atwan: Israeli Drones Likely Behind Saudi Airspace Incursions

Monday 18 May 2026
Drones which entered Saudi airspace from Iraq on Sunday and were later shot down likely belonged to the Zionist regime
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What Are the Consequences of US Kidnapping Iraq’s Resistance Commander?
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What Are the Consequences of US Kidnapping Iraq’s Resistance Commander?

Tuesday 19 May 2026
The US risks new escalation as the tensions are already high in the region.

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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.