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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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Disarming Iraq’s Resistance: A US Pipe Dream
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Disarming Iraq’s Resistance: A US Pipe Dream

Monday 22 December 2025
external threats persist. At a time when ISIS elements have once again become active in both Syria and Iraq, and continue to pose a serious threat to the security of the two countries’ borders, the resistance forces say they stand ready to defend the Iraqi people and the country’s territ ...
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FM Araghchi Calls General Soleimani the ‘Mastermind Behind the Regional Axis of Resistance’
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FM Araghchi Calls General Soleimani the ‘Mastermind Behind the Regional Axis of Resistance’

Monday 29 December 2025 ،
external aggression and destabilization in the region. Speakers at the conference, including Soleimani’s daughter Zeinab and Iranian Deputy FM Saeed Khatibzadeh, emphasized that resistance is not just a policy but a guiding mindset against oppression. They highlighted that General Soleimani&r ...
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As Netanyahu and Trump Meet, Lebanon Awaits the Outcomes
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As Netanyahu and Trump Meet, Lebanon Awaits the Outcomes

Tuesday 30 December 2025 ،
external or internal party. In their view, disarming the resistance means unconditional surrender to the Israeli enemy, a scenario that would leave Lebanon defenseless against the enemy's aggressions and allow the Israeli regime to pursue its expansionist policies unchecked. Over the past two d ...
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Iran Demands US Free Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
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Iran Demands US Free Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

Monday 5 January 2026 ،
external threats.
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Iran Signals Decisive Retaliation as It Labels Security a Red Line
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Iran Signals Decisive Retaliation as It Labels Security a Red Line

Tuesday 6 January 2026 ،
external interference, notably from Washington ALWAGHT- Iran’s Defense Council criticized intensifying threats and external interference, notably from Washington, and warned that violations of Iran’s security, sovereignty, or territorial integrity would draw a firm and measured response. ...
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From Kabul to Kandahar: How Serious Is the Taliban Leadership Gap?
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From Kabul to Kandahar: How Serious Is the Taliban Leadership Gap?

Thursday 8 January 2026 ،
external force. Impacts of on the country Analysts warn that escalating internal rifts within the Taliban could have destabilizing consequences for Afghanistan. A deepening of these divisions risks triggering internal fractures, potentially leading to rebellion by some field commanders or allianc ...
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Mossad Actively Interfering in Iran’s Recent Events
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Mossad Actively Interfering in Iran’s Recent Events

Sunday 18 January 2026 ،
external interference. In terms of Iran-Turkey cooperation, both nations have been united in their efforts against terrorism, with this solidarity continuing. Regarding US threats towards Iran and Turkey's policy during the 12-day war, Fidan emphasized that negotiations and diplomacy are key t ...
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Revolution Anniversary: Ayatollah Khamenei Stresses Need For "Show of Will"
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Revolution Anniversary: Ayatollah Khamenei Stresses Need For "Show of Will"

Monday 9 February 2026 ،
external pressure. In a televised message ahead of the 47th anniversary of Iran's Islamic Revolution on February 11, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei called on the public to demonstrate national unity and resolve during the annual rallies. He described the anniversary as a manifestation of Ira ...
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China Pledges Continued Support for Cuba Despite US Pressure
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China Pledges Continued Support for Cuba Despite US Pressure

Tuesday 10 February 2026 ،
external interference, specifically condemning actions that deprive the Cuban people of their rights. The pledge comes amid heightened regional tensions following a recent US executive order that escalated pressure on Havana. The order, signed by former President Donald Trump, authorizes tariffs on ...
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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 ،
external pressure? The Shiite Coordination Framework and choosing the default option  According to the Iraqi constitution, the parliament has to pick a president at most 30 days after holding its first session and the president should name the prime minister within 15 days. The candidate must ...

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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.