Russia's bloody legacy in Syria shows perils of self-serving partnerships

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.

Hizbullah's new leader-by-default Naim Qassem is 'symbol of party's bankruptcy'

Politics 2024-11-14

Hizbullah's new leader-by-default Naim Qassem is 'symbol of party's bankruptcy'

The Hizbullah deputy, who is regarded as a mouthpiece for the Iranian regime, was forced into the leadership role due to a paucity of options.

Khamenei seeks loyalty, united front from Iraqi proxies as rivalries simmer

Politics 2024-11-08

Khamenei seeks loyalty, united front from Iraqi proxies as rivalries simmer

The Iranian regime has made a show of demonstrating its support for the Iraqi militias in its orbit as internecine strife threatens their unity.

Lebanese denounce Iranian regime's 'unacceptable' interference in Lebanon

Politics 2024-10-29

Lebanese denounce Iranian regime's 'unacceptable' interference in Lebanon

Lebanese lawmakers say they will not accept the continuation of Iranian hegemony, which undermines the country's sovereignty.

UAE and US deepen strategic ties during historic meeting in Washington

Politics 2024-10-02

UAE and US deepen strategic ties during historic meeting in Washington

Leaders sought to highlight economic and technological cooperation, with US President Joe Biden hailing the UAE as 'a nation of trailblazers.'

IRGC Quds Force commander tries to corral feuding Iraqi proxies

Politics 2024-09-30

IRGC Quds Force commander tries to corral feuding Iraqi proxies

Disagreements among rival Iran-aligned Iraqi militias have become more pronounced as they compete for influence and positions diverge.

Relationship between Syrian and Iranian regimes under increasing strain

Politics 2024-09-24

Relationship between Syrian and Iranian regimes under increasing strain

The Syrian regime's decision to oust the Houthis from the Yemeni embassy in Damascus is one sign of a rift among the Iranian regime's allies.

Russia-linked tankers continue to deliver sanctioned oil after Houthi attacks

Politics 2024-09-23

Russia-linked tankers continue to deliver sanctioned oil after Houthi attacks

Two tankers the Houthis attacked, likely in error, continue to operate in the Red Sea, signaling the Iranian proxy's possible collusion with Russia.

US-Saudi agreement to enhance kingdom's defense, economy

Politics 2024-07-18

US-Saudi agreement to enhance kingdom's defense, economy

A new security agreement that is now in its final stages is expected to boost the kingdom's defense and help it diversify its economy -- with the benefits reaching the whole region.

Syrians block Russian entry into northern town of al-Bab

Politics 2024-07-13

Syrians block Russian entry into northern town of al-Bab

Civilians and opposition elements blocked a Russian military delegation from crossing into an area of Aleppo province, underscoring the prevalent anti-Russian sentiment across much of Syria.