Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-12-21

ISIS twists ancient Islamic tax to extort religious minorities

ISIS has 'reinterpreted' an ancient Islamic tax, using it to extort religious minorities in defiance of human rights and Islamic principles.

Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Politics | 2024-12-20

Russia's bloody legacy in Syria shows perils of self-serving partnerships
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism | 2024-12-18

Islamic leaders condemn ISIS for perverting religious teachings
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism | 2024-12-16

Al-Qaeda founder's son Omar bin Laden has been consistently fickle
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism | 2024-12-13

ISIS turns to online begging, disguising its appeals as 'humanitarian aid'
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Economy | 2024-12-13

Iraq opens new Gulf port docks in push for economic diversification
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security | 2024-12-12

With al-Assad's collapse, Iranian regime sees investments, regional clout crumble
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Economy | 2024-12-11

New sanctions on 'shadow fleet' target illicit exports of Iranian oil
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Media 2024-12-11

Press freedom under attack from Hizbullah, supporters in Lebanon

The Iran-backed party is waging a campaign to stifle critical voices in Lebanon, with journalists describing threats and attacks.

Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-12-10

ISIS atrocities laid bare in digital archive now open to public
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-12-10

US forces continue to disrupt ISIS amid power vacuum following Syria regime collapse
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-12-04

Iraq rejects conflict, orders crackdown on Iran-backed militias

Baghdad moves against militias launching attacks from Iraqi soil, but faces a delicate balancing act as Iranian proxies adapt and tensions rise.

Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Crime & Justice 2024-12-03

Justice served: Lebanese welcome news of al-Hariri assassin's reported death in Syria
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Human Rights 2024-12-03

Houthis turn African migrants into unwilling fighters

Will the Houthis be able to achieve their ambitions for political representation, social reform, territorial control and opposition to foreign intervention?







Results
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-11-25

Al-Hol camp security sweep zeroes in on ISIS's hesba, 'cubs of caliphate'
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-11-24

Militias operating in 'full coordination' with Iran openly defy Iraqi sovereignty
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-11-24

Houthis' latest attack on international shipping draws rebuke
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-11-23

Hizbullah turns to teen recruitment as veterans abandon posts
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-11-22

ISIS's ideology constricts young lives at al-Hol and Roj camps
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Terrorism 2024-11-22

Houthis' operational links to al-Qaeda and affiliates endanger Yemen, region
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-11-20

Failed Houthi attacks on US warships highlight group's limitations
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-11-20

Gulf states bolster naval power amid increasing maritime threats
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Security 2024-11-19

Chaos prevails in Syrian border town as IRGC's militias vanish from view
Russia's intervention kept a brutal dictator in power at the expense of the Syrian people in service of its own economic and political goals.

Crime & Justice 2024-11-19

Houthis on track to extort $2 billion a year for 'safe passage' assurances