Shi'ite
Iran’s protests expose the widening chasm between the regime and its people - opinion
Iran’s protests reveal a deepening divide between the Iranian people and a regime facing growing demands for political change.
Iraqi Airways to resume Iran flights in October after securing US exemption
Israel monitoring efforts to disarm Iraqi pro-Iranian Shi'ite militias, concerned they may attack
How America misunderstood Iran’s monarchy - and the Pahlavi legacy - opinion
Senior Iran-backed Iraqi militia official killed, Kataib Hezbollah not confirming circumstances
Kataib Hezbollah confirms the death of Abu Ali al-Askari, a senior member and militia spokesperson, who frequently criticized the US and Israel, while not confirming the cause of his death.
The Iran war is a severe blow to Shi’ite Islam - opinion
Strengthening regional stability in the Middle East is based on moderate Sunni-majority states and Israel's national interests.
Mojtaba Khamenei’s rise means Iran’s revolution is far from over - opinion
Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment suggests Iran’s theocratic regime will pursue the same revolutionary path.
Iran’s leaders may welcome chaos instead of fearing collapse - opinion
As the West gauges damage and deterrence, Iran’s ideological core may see war as a divine test, preparing the world for a messianic era.
What is Ashab al-Yamin? New Shi’ite terror group claims synagogue attacks across Europe - exclusive
The group seemingly did not exist before this week and, unusually, does not have its own Telegram or social media channels. Usually, such groups create channels straight away.
Hezbollah's strategy banks on Iranian clerics surviving, Mideast ceasefire, sources say
Greatly weakened during the 2024 war, Hezbollah has faced pressure from the Lebanese state to disarm. The Beirut government last week banned Hezbollah's military activities.
Operation Roaring Lion signals a new era in Middle East power politics - opinion
Operation Roaring Lion shows unprecedented US-Israel cooperation while exposing Iran’s isolation and new regional threats.
Is a chaos free transition possible? The risks of Iranian regime change - opinion
In Venezuela, Trump argued, the United States removed the dictator but kept the governing structure intact.
From Khaybar to Khamenei: Historic battles and their echo in modern Iran - opinion
Historic battles and religious memory echo across generations, from the Battle of Khaybar to the death of Khamenei.
Iran’s future under Pahlavi: The Conservative Party’s plan for unity and stability - opinion
A new generation’s call to restore Iran’s national rule.
