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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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Tough Sana’a-Tel Aviv Encounter: Who’s the Winner?
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Tough Sana’a-Tel Aviv Encounter: Who’s the Winner?

Tuesday 26 August 2025
Oman.  According to the latest assessments,since the US halted attacks, Yemeni forces have rebuilt their radar systems, communications networks, and reconnaissance capabilities. They have also conducted naval exercises in the port of Hudaydah, deployed modern weapons in coastal areas of the Re ...
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Iran’s Missile Drills in the Indian Ocean: Strategic Goals and Messages
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Iran’s Missile Drills in the Indian Ocean: Strategic Goals and Messages

Saturday 30 August 2025 ،
Oman carries messages beyond a mere show of force. The following will delve into the reasons for this choice and the region's geopolitical significance. Indian Ocean and Sea of Oman geopolitical significance  The Indian Ocean plays a pivotal role in global trade and security. Covering nea ...
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From Italy to Palestine: Sumud Flotilla Sets Sail to Break Gaza Blockade
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From Italy to Palestine: Sumud Flotilla Sets Sail to Break Gaza Blockade

Wednesday 17 September 2025 ،
Omanis join the fleet  Reports say that Dr. Saeed al-Maskari, Dr. Amamah al-Lawati, and Jamal al-Raisi are three Omani nationals having joined the fleet.  Prominent German actress on board the Sumud Flotilla ship In a related development, Enissa Amani, the renowned Iranian-German comedi ...
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Talks Held Between Iran’s Foreign Minister and US Officials
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Talks Held Between Iran’s Foreign Minister and US Officials

Tuesday 23 September 2025 ،
Oman, Poland, Austria, and Egypt. Discussions focused on bilateral relations, regional crises, and broader international issues. The meetings provided a platform to address cooperation, peace, and mutual concerns. In his talks with European counterparts, Araghchi criticized their stance on Iran&rsq ...
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EU3 Cautioned Against Missteps on Iran’s Nuclear Issue
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EU3 Cautioned Against Missteps on Iran’s Nuclear Issue

Tuesday 23 September 2025 ،
Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi to discuss regional and international developments, including the situation in occupied Palestine. Both ministers emphasized the need for global action to stop the killing of Palestinians and to hold Israeli officials accountable in international cou ...
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Sumud Flotilla: Voice of 45 Nations against Israeli Crimes in Gaza
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Sumud Flotilla: Voice of 45 Nations against Israeli Crimes in Gaza

Saturday 27 September 2025 ،
Oman, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, and Turkey. Their foreign ministers said that the fleet is an indication of the initiative of the civil society with participation of citizens of various countries. The statement called on all sides to avoid illegal or violent actions against the flotilla and al ...
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Iranian Naval Chief Says Adversaries Seeking to Exclude Iran from Regional Waterways
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Iranian Naval Chief Says Adversaries Seeking to Exclude Iran from Regional Waterways

Saturday 18 October 2025 ،
Oman, as a natural gateway to key international trade routes connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe. Strengthening these connections, he added, is vital to positioning Iran as a pivotal link in both North–South and East–West maritime corridors. The Navy chief emphasized that maritime diplo ...
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Turkey’s Dream for Mystery of Post-war Regional Order
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Turkey’s Dream for Mystery of Post-war Regional Order

Tuesday 28 October 2025 ،
Oman last week in the first view looks as a continuation of the active diplomacy of Ankara in the Persian Gulf, but in the context of the fragile ceasefire of Gaza Strip, this visit should be seen as a part of broader Turkish efforts to redefine its place in the new regional order. The Turkish pres ...
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Manama Dialogue 2025: Overt and Covert Agenda
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Manama Dialogue 2025: Overt and Covert Agenda

Tuesday 4 November 2025 ،
Oman, Bahrain, and Britain. A highlighted feature of this year's dialogue was the inclusion of 27 young political and think-tank leaders, invited under the IISS Young Leaders program. This move signals the organizers' intent to cultivate a new generation of security elites, shifting the reg ...
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Possible Discussions with Washington Restricted to Nuclear Matters
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Possible Discussions with Washington Restricted to Nuclear Matters

Wednesday 5 November 2025 ،
Oman continue but do not signify any US–Iran talks. The Foreign Ministry reinforced this stance by rejecting media claims that Oman had delivered an official message from Washington. Officials clarified that any exchanged notes through intermediaries are merely routine follow-ups and “d ...

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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.