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Iran’s protests have spread across provinces, despite skepticism and concern among ethnic groups
Iran’s protests have spread across provinces, despite skepticism and concern among ethnic groups Iran’s protests have spread across provinces, despite initial skepticism from ethnic groups, and have become a nationwide challenge to the government’s survival. The protests, which began in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar on Dec. 28, 2025, have evolved to include minority groups, including Kurds, […]
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Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency?
Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency? Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro’s fate demonstrates that the Trump administration is willing to use military force for regime change, and Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei faces a similar threat. Khamenei’s regime is in trouble due to lack of state allies, a crumbling […]
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A year on, the Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire looks increasingly fragile − could a return to cyclical violence come next?
A year on, the Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire looks increasingly fragile − could a return to cyclical violence come next? The Israeli-Lebanese ceasefire agreement is looking increasingly fragile, with over 10,000 Israeli air and ground violations inside Lebanese territory since its announcement on November 27, 2024. The ceasefire has not achieved any of its objectives, including the […]
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Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza
Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza President Donald Trump’s ability to counter Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “spoiler” tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza, which was declared on October 14, 2025. Netanyahu employed “public spoiling” […]
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Hamas has run out of options – survival now rests on accepting Trump’s plan and political reform
Hamas has run out of options – survival now rests on accepting Trump’s plan and political reform Hamas has accepted some aspects of President Donald Trump’s peace plan, including handing over administration of the Gaza Strip to a body of independent Palestinian technocrats and releasing all remaining Israeli hostages. Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, […]
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UK, France and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings – but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen
UK, France and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings – but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen Western nations such as UK, France, Canada, and Australia have recognized Palestine as a state ahead of UN meetings, marking a significant diplomatic win for the Palestinian cause. The recognition comes despite Israel’s opposition […]
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Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events
Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events Gulf states like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are facing challenges to their stability and growth due to events beyond their control, including Israel’s attack on Doha. The Gulf states have invested heavily […]
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Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover
Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover The Israeli airstrike on Doha on September 9, 2025, represents a major escalation in the region and may irreparably damage Israel’s relations with Gulf Arab states. The strike, which killed six people but failed to kill any senior Hamas […]
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A weakened Iran and Hezbollah gives Lebanon an opening to chart path away from the region’s conflicts − will it be enough?
A weakened Iran and Hezbollah gives Lebanon an opening to chart path away from the region’s conflicts − will it be enough? Lebanon has an opportunity to chart a new path away from regional conflicts due to Iran’s weakened state and Hezbollah’s losses against Israel, which could lead to Lebanon’s increased neutrality. The weakening of […]
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Iran emerged weakened and vulnerable after war with Israel − and that could mean trouble for country’s ethnic minorities
Iran emerged weakened and vulnerable after war with Israel − and that could mean trouble for country’s ethnic minorities Iran’s recent war with Israel has left the country weakened and vulnerable, potentially threatening its ethnic minorities. The Islamic Republic’s military power has been significantly diminished, with its soft power also eroding due to a loss […]
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