Après quarante-cinq ans en régime théocratique, quel rapport les Iraniens entretiennent-ils avec l’islam ? Sabrina Mervin, historienne, directrice de recherche au CNRS et spécialiste de l’islam chiite, analyse les mutations religieuses d’une société sous pression.| La Croix
Gulf countries continue to strive to prevent war from spreading to their regions while ensuring regional security cooperation. The post Where Does the Arab Gulf Stand on the Iran-Israel War? appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
Iran's BeiDou integration and its use of cyber warfare and drones for deterrence serve as an example that reinforces the legitimacy of Beijing's asymmetric defense strategy. The post From Tel Aviv to Tehran and Beyond: The Birth of a Global War Laboratory? appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
Iran has retaliated for the U.S. attacks on its nuclear sites by targeting Al Udeid Air Base, a sprawling desert facility in Qatar that serves as a major regional military hub for American forces.| AP News
The Cradle | September 10, 2025 Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) officially agreed to resume cooperation on 9 September, following a suspension over Israel’s US-backed war against the country and its strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The meeting between IAEA chief Rafael Grossi and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was hosted by Egypt. […]| Aletho News
On August 28, the E3 (Britain, France and Germany) set the clock ticking, triggering the snapback mechanism and warning Iran that it must show meaningful progress on nuclear diplomacy within 30 days or face the return of pre-2015 U.N. sanctions. Coming after Israel and the United States attacked Iran, hitting nuclear facilities and infrastructure and assassinating senior Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) officers and nuclear scientists, the EU’s decision has raised the stakes immeasurably. It also...| Responsible Statecraft
Don’t look now but the foreign policy divisions among the conservatives gathered at the annual National Conservatism conference are no longer contained. Today they finally spilled out, like gushing hot lava or whatever metaphor is best, all over Breakout Session B. Fascinatingly it wasn’t over the Ukraine War, or China, but over Israel. For many realists and restrainers who include themselves in this annual event — dominated by New Right conservatives who are a bit diverse but at this c...| Responsible Statecraft
Unipolarity is in decline, but Washington can and should find a non-militarized way to stay relevant| Responsible Statecraft
The September 9 Israeli strike against Hamas sends a clear political message: Israel will go to any lengths to force Hamas into surrender and the terrorist organization – along with its sponsor, Iran – is becoming increasingly isolated. Even such a country as Qatar, which traditionally shielded Hamas, is apparently distancing itself from the group. Qatar […] The post As Hamas and Iran grow more isolated is Russia also losing clout? appeared first on Asia Times.| Asia Times
A new study using advanced sensing technology has taken a fresh look at the damaged Iranian nuclear site, Fordow, and found a great deal of damage indeed. It is not the first time that satellite technology has revealed important strategic security information. The Landsat system, launched in July, 1972, was initially called the Earth Resources […] The post New technology may confirm destruction at Iran’s Fordow nuke site appeared first on Asia Times.| Asia Times
Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) […] The post Iran and IAEA Seal Cairo Understanding To Restart Inspections appeared first on The Media Line.| The Media Line
Facing costs not seen since the 1980–88 war with Iraq, the conflict with Israel has reshaped the IRGC’s domestic authority and regional posture.| E-International Relations
From Gaza’s embattled journalists to Iraq’s ambitious new trade corridor, August was a month of defining shifts across the Middle East. Here’s a look at the stories that captured the most attention.| Ideas Beyond Borders
We are horrified by the war in Gaza as we are by all wars in the world, of which children and […] L'articolo Basta guerre! Ma “tra il fiume e il mare” Israele deve continuare a esistere<br /><span class='post-summary' style='font-size: 17px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 22px; display: block; font-family: source sans pro; padding-top: 10px;'>E non solo per le ragioni storiche che ne spiegano l'esistenza: lo stato ebraico è un indispensabile presidio contro la spinta islamizzatrice che...| FeministPost
Iran’s Planned Railway To The Black Sea Will Be Dependent On Azerbaijan By Andrew Korybko A popular Telegram channel falsely claimed that this is a “checkmate to US/Zangezur plans” and even shared …| Voice of East
As Lebanon braces for the disarmament plan […] The post Intense Week Ahead appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
La guerre entre Israël et le Hamas continue, un an après le 7 octobre 2023 et les attaques terroristes de l’organisation palestinienne contre les kibboutz et le festival de musique et les prises d’otages. Depuis, le gouvernement de Benyamin Netanyahou, soutenu par les États-Unis, a riposté à Gaza et le conflit s’est étendu, en 2024, au Liban et avec l’Iran.| La Croix
È passato praticamente sotto silenzio il decimo anniversario della stipula, il 14 luglio del 2015, del Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), l'intesa| Affari Internazionali
Weil das Mullah-Regime lieber die Familien von Hisbollah-Terroristen unterstützt, leidet die iranische Bevölkerung unter gravierenden finanziellen Einbußen.| Mena-Watch
Das Verschwinden der Freizeit und des Urlaubs durch Armut und Misswirtschaft in der Islamischen Republik Iran.| Mena-Watch
Die Waffen der pro-iranischen Fraktionen sind zum Mittelpunkt interner irakischer Konflikte sowie externer Spannungen geworden.| Mena-Watch
Nach der Islamischen Revolution versprachen die Mullahs den Iranern kostenlose Versorgungsleistungen, doch heute stellen sie astronomische Rechnungen für Gas und Strom aus.| Mena-Watch
Von Dudi Kogan. Der kürzlich von den E3-Staaten eingeleitete Prozess zur Wiedereinführung von Sanktionen wird von iranischen Funktionären als existenzielle Bedrohung bezeichnet.| Mena-Watch
Eigentlich ein reiches Land, steht der Iran heute vor einer der schwersten Krisen in seiner Geschichte. Selbst Lebensmittel sind nur noch auf Pump erschwinglich.| Mena-Watch
Ian Andersen had to avoid contact with Iranian police and find a way to get out of the country.| Park Rapids Enterprise
An Iraqi pleaded for his life to President Donald Trump. A longtime New Yorker, born in Syria, wondered how he would get home from a trip abroad.| AP News
Over the weekend, on U.S. soil, calls for violence and open embraces of Hamas were the centerpiece of the People’s Conference for Palestine in Detroit, Michigan. Activists were observed promoting pro-Hamas ideologies in a way that was clearly packaged and framed to inspire children. Focusing on the youth has long been a left-wing tactic since […] The post EXCLUSIVE: Pro-Hamas Anti-Trump Jihadist Activists Indoctrinate Children At People’s Conference For Palestine appeared first on Loome...| Loomered
By Jim Nolan on 4 September 2025 After a series of protests and blockades carried out over the last 23 months by port workers in France, Italy, Greece and other countries, the dockworkers of Genoa recently threatened to strike. In...| Left wing communism
The threat of using the “Trigger Mechanism” or “Snapback Mechanism” on Iran by the JCPOA's European troika has increased.| Manara Magazine
Index rounds up of some of the key stories covering censorship and free expression from the past seven days The post The week in free expression: 22 August – 29 August 2025 appeared first on Index on Censorship.| Index on Censorship
Index rounds up of some of the key stories covering censorship and free expression from the past seven days The post The week in free expression: 16 – 22 August 2025 appeared first on Index on Censorship.| Index on Censorship
Francia, Germania e Regno Unito – gli ‘E3’ – occupano un posto speciale nella più che ventennale disputa sul nucleare iraniano. Nel 2003, furono i coraggiosi iniziatori del processo diplomatico che dodici anni dopo avrebbe portato all’accordo nucleare, il Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (Jcpoa), fra Iran, Cina, Russia, Stati Uniti ed E3 stessi (e […]| Affarinternazionali
Attacks on key energy infrastructure sites have exacerbated electricity supply concerns, potentially stoking domestic discontent and highlighting security vulnerabilities. The post Iran attacks leave political wounds amid infra damage appeared first on Gas Outlook.| Gas Outlook
Crossing the Iran-Iraq Border Crossing at Haji Omaran Updated August 2025, Crossing the Iran-Iraq Border Crossing at Haji Omaran was originally written in June 2019 In late April 2019, I crossed Iran-Iraq border (into Iraqi Kurdistan) at the Tamarchin-Haji Omaran crossing as part of my overland trip from Afghanistan to Iraq. In this guide, I will cover how […]| The Adventures of Nicole
The Tehran Conference during World War 2 was a hugely important meeting, and perhaps more importantly, a hugely dangerous proposition. Having all those leaders together in one place risked utter| History Stack Exchange
On a recent tour of Transcom headquarters at Scott Air Force Base, military officials shared new details with DefenseScoop about the support that the organization brought to the mission. The post How Transcom brought elements of tactical surprise and other support to Operation Midnight Hammer appeared first on DefenseScoop.| DefenseScoop
Dive into these first-hand accounts of smuggling hash across Europe and Asia, a nod to an era long since passed.| High Times
Billboard of pictures of nuclear scientists and centrifuges captioned ‘Science is the power’, Enqelab square, Tehran, August 29, 2025 There is extremely alarming news about the situation around Iran. In consultations with the Trump administration — rather, in deference to the command from Washington — the E3 countries (Britain, France and Germany) who are the … Continue reading "West Asia is lurching toward war"| Indian Punchline
Do American military outposts in Iraq leave before a clash with Iran?| TheAltWorld
A popular Telegram channel falsely claimed that this is a “checkmate to US/Zangezur plans” and even shared a map showing a different route than what was confirmed in order to mislead their audience.| TheAltWorld
La conferma della condanna per l’attivista sindacale è un nuovo motivo di vergogna per l’apparato giudiziario e repressivo da Twitter Il sindacato dei lavoratori dell’azienda di t…| Sempre e per sempre dalla stessa parte
Mike Wagenheim As he left the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday afternoon, Gideon Sa’ar, the Israeli foreign minister, told reporters that his meeting with Marco Rubio, the U.S. secretary of state was “very good.” JNS asked the Israeli minister what his plan was to deal with a Palestinian state. “There won’t be […] The post ‘Very Good’ Meeting With Rubio, Sa’ar Says appeared first on Baltimore Jewish Times.| Baltimore Jewish Times
The final layer involved Netanyahu's personal schedule. His planned northern vacation and his son's Tuesday wedding created a timeline that appeared| www.israelhayom.com
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi took the proposal to Tehran to consult with Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, and other senior| www.israelhayom.com
The expected renaming of the Persian Gulf, set to be announced during his Middle East visit next week, has struck a nerve, prompting sharp reactions from| www.israelhayom.com
Iran's proxies have been defeated, bringing stability to Lebanon and Syria – but this isn't enough. This is a test for Israel and regional states, but above| www.israelhayom.com
Microsoft issued a warning about Iranian government-linked hacking groups attempting to breach accounts of U.S. presidential campaign officials, county government employees, and websites through cyber attacks and influence operations. These groups have created fake news sites, impersonated activists, circulated disinformation, and conducted influence operations targeting both left-leaning and conservative U.S. voters, sowing discord ahead of […]| www.israelhayom.com
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Tuesday that the country's intelligence service (ASIO) concluded Iran's Revolutionary Guards were behind at least two antisemitic attacks against Jewish centers in the country, part of an unprecedented wave of antisemitism since the war began. In response to the intelligence findings, Albanese announced dramatic measures, including expelling the […] The post Australia expels Iran ambassador after 2 antisemitic attacks appeared first on...| www.israelhayom.com
Das am 11. August vom Irak und dem Iran unterzeichnete Sicherheitsabkommen hat die USA verstimmt, die den iranischen Einfluss in der Region neutralisieren wollen.| Mena-Watch
Kurdish Wikimedian Mohammed Sardar shares why he creates digital content to preserve his native language.| Global Voices
Will Trump arrest Putin during the latter's visit to Alaska for a summit or wouldn't as both run different branches of the same cabal? The post Alaska: A Trap? Who Could Have Guessed That! appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Western 'entrepreneurs' took over Syria with the help of their Al Qaeda HTS terrorists and now want to rebuild it with their 'investments'.| Syria News
Trucks, trailers, cargo-handling systems, and logistics software have become hybrid platforms capable of carrying not only goods but also intelligence, ammunition, offensive tools, and strategic data. The post The New Morphology of National Security: Trucks, Drones, and Hybrid Warfare appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
The U.S. approach to the Iran-Israel war is a direct reflection of Trump's ‘Peace Through Strength’ principle, which he adopted especially during his second term. The post What is Trump’s Regional Strategy in the Israel-Iran Crisis? appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
At first glance, the Iran–Israel confrontation falls beyond the contours of Turkey’s immediate security architecture The post How Does Turkey View the Iran–Israel Conflict? appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
Russia’s dominance in Shahed drone production could end up helping Iran in the short term after it lost some of its drone stockpile.| Politics Today
[As of the filming of this episode, Iran has not mined the Strait of Hormuz, nor does anyone know for certain that they will.] Fair Observer’s Video Producer & Social Media Manager, Rohan Khattar Singh, talks with Abdullah O Hayek, an independent Middle East analyst and peace fellow at Young Voices. Hayek assesses Iran’s potential… Continue reading FO° Talks: Will Iran Deploy Thousands of Sea Mines in the Strait of Hormuz? The post FO° Talks: Will Iran Deploy Thousands of Sea Mines in...| Fair Observer
ITA: Per uno sciopero europeo e sociale contro la guerra e il riarmoWe publish a text written by the Reset Against the War network that on June 21st, was distributed during the national demonstration in Rome, StopRearm – NO WAR, REARMAMENT,... The post Reset Against the War – For a European and social strike against war and rearmament first appeared on Transnational Social Strike Platform.| Transnational Social Strike Platform
Illustration: Gholam-Hossein Sa’edi, Firebird of the Screaming Forest, By the late Iranian-Assyrian Marxist painter Hanibal Alkhas, 1986, Berkeley. In a shocking act that has gone viral, a male monarchist desecrated the grave of Gholam-Hossein Sa’edi (the pen name: Gohar Morad), the iconic Iranian leftist writer, by urinating on it in Paris’s Père Lachaise Cemetery. Draped in an Israeli flag, the individual symbolically weaponized Sa’edi’s final resting place—a site sacred to Ira...| Lefteast
China said Friday it opposed invoking sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme after three Western nations told the UN they would reimpose them if no diplomatic solution was found by the end of August.| Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The "Axis of Upheaval" is widely misunderstood.| Foreign Policy In Focus
Die kürzlich erfolgte Beschlagnahmung einer iranischen Waffenlieferung war ein Zeichen dafür, dass der Konflikt im Jemen in eine neue Phase eingetreten ist.| Mena-Watch
Von Mike Wagenheim. Die USA gratulierten regierungstreuen Truppen im Jemen, die eine Lieferung iranischer Ausrüstung für die Huthi-Miliz abgefangen haben.| Mena-Watch
Minister Katz tells Iran's supreme leader that the participants in operation "Red Wedding" await him as Iran targets Israeli political and security leadership.| www.israelhayom.com
Ongoing events in the Middle East are converging with longstanding vulnerabilities in Canada’s immigration and security systems, and producing an alarming reality: Individuals tied to Iran’s oppressive regime are gaining safe haven, and in some cases citizenship, in this country. A recent CBC investigation revealed that Mahdi Nasiri, a former senior Iranian official, arrived in […]| Magazines – Policy Options
Qatar's diplomatic ties with conflicting parties, persistence, and carefully targeted incentives continues to make it one of the few credible mediators.| Manara Magazine
The U.S.' attacks on Iran triggered a systemic recalibration, setting the first waves of adjustment, retaliation and realignment in motion.| Manara Magazine
In a new spike of competition and amid Iran’s retreat as a result of Israel’s military pressure Turkey emerges as a prominent power.| Manara Magazine
THE MOSSAD, ISRAEL'S PRIMARY external intelligence agency, had set up forward-operating bases deep inside Iranian territory several years prior to last week’s attacks, which targeted Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure. In some cases, Mossad operatives, including commando forces, were operating inside the vicinity of the Iranian capital Tehran for months prior to June 13.| intelNews.org
LAST MONTH, ISRAEL ARRESTED two reservists following an investigation that lasted several months and centered on uncovering espionage for an Iranian state entity during wartime. The two reservists had completed their regular military service before joining the reserves. The two soldiers, identified as Yuri Eliasfov and Georgi Andreyev, held sensitive positions, and a least one […]| intelNews.org
The president of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, in a meeting with Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran’s regime Supreme National Security Council, called for Tehran not to interfere in his country’s internal affairs. Arab media reported that Joseph Aoun, the president of Lebanon, in his meeting with Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s regime Supreme National Security […]| Iran Focus
The U.S. state has a history of interventions against Iran to set up a pliant regime for imperialist ends. An examination reveals that the U.S. state wishes to impose a neo-colonial dictatorship on the Iranian people.| Liberation School – Revolutionary Marxism for a new generation of fighters
Seit Beginn des Kriegs gegen Israel hat das iranische Regime die Repression gegen die eigene Bevölkerung noch einmal drastisch verschärft.| Mena-Watch
[…] The post Immediate ceasefire, full lifting of Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid to Gaza, and unconditional release of all hostages first appeared on Narges Mohammadi Foundation.| Narges Mohammadi Foundation
Lower prices sharpen U.S./EU incentives for tougher sanctions 13 August 2025 Inflation-adjusted oil prices have fallen to the lowest since the pandemic and before that the production free-for-all before Saudi Arabia and its partners launched OPEC⁺ in 2016. Front-month Brent futures have averaged $70 per barrel so far in 2025 down from $82 in 2024 … Continue reading Oil prices slide as OPEC⁺ refocuses on market share| JKempEnergy.com
The Baha’i faith fits comfortably into the religious spectrum of most countries, but in several Middle East nations, followers face repression that is drawing criticism from human rights groups.| AP News
CRANK Call is a monthly review of developments involving cooperation, and at times contention, among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea (the CRANKs). July 2025 Highlights Russian Foreign Minister visits Pyongyang as North Korea readies more troops Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov made a three-day visit to North Korea beginning on July 12, before traveling| Center for the National Interest
Gulf Arab Perspectives on Regional Security After the Israel-Iran War| cftni.org
De la dictature du Shah à celle des mollahs, l’Iran est passé d’un joug à un autre, sur fond d’ingérences étrangères. Quarante-six ans après la révolution, les promesses de liberté sont restées lettre morte.| Le Télégramme
Exposing secrets of the Israeli national security state| Tikun Olam תיקון עולם إصلاح العالم
Iran faces severe water shortages that are due to mismanagement, prolonged drought and rising temperatures and are severe enough to threaten the regime. The post Iran: Water Crisis as Regime Crisis appeared first on The Globalist.| The Globalist
According to the Financial Times, cyber-attacks from both sides have intensified since June, including Iranian-backed groups exploiting Microsoft software| www.israelhayom.com
Het zijn verschillende tweelingbroers. Ze verschillen en staan tegenover elkaar in ideologie, cultuur en politieke tradities, verdeeld door verschillende historische achtergronden die tot verschillende sociale kenmerken hebben geleid. Maar wanneer ze antwoord moeten geven op bepaalde kritieke situaties, vertonen de politieke leiders van de Verenigde Staten en Iran een opmerkelijke gelijkenis, die voortkomt uit hun […]| arbeidersstemmen
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The heat was becoming unbearable walking the adobe clay alleys in the ancient desert city of Yazd in Iran. But the famous windcatchers of the city would soon bring relief. “Damn, it’s hot”, I said to myself with sweat drenching the t-shirt down my back. It was midsummer and going on 40 degrees (celsius) as… Read More »Exploring Yazd & Its Ancient Windcatchers| Backpackingman
Should you visit Iran? Iran travel is not your usual holiday destination, but these stories from bloggers and travellers visiting Iran will tell you that they had an amazing time and why they did when backpacking around the country.| Backpackingman
These are 5 of the most beautiufl and best places to visit in Iran, from cities to nature you can see where you should plan some of your trip.| Backpackingman
A letter to the editor of Syria News who demonstrated that it was Syria's Bashar Al Assad who saved Russia during the past two decades.| Syria News
While the meeting fell short of seeing Armenia and Azerbaijan sign an official peace deal, it represented a significant step forward.| OC Media
Der neu eingerichtete Verteidigungsrat ist eine Reaktion auf die schlechte Performance des iranischen Regimes im Krieg gegen Israel.| Mena-Watch
From Syria’s warlords scrambling for power to Afghan entrepreneurs defying the Taliban, July was a month where real stories broke through the noise.| Ideas Beyond Borders
Since the US dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, US imperialism has driven nuclear proliferation worldwide. Current nuclear flashpoints, such as Iran, show how the US continues to use nuclear blackmail to reinforce its dominance.| Mondoweiss
Missile defense cooperation between the US and its partners in the Middle East has been one of the success stories of U.S. national security policy.| Manara Magazine
Jordan’s challenge will be avoiding being pulled into regional divides while continuing to play its part as a source of stability.| Manara Magazine
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The strikes on Iran have sparked fierce debate, but from Israel’s perspective, the choice was easy: either accept the risks of a nuclear Iran or act| Green Prophet
On the morning of Sunday, July 27, Saeed Masouri—the longest-held political prisoner in Iran’s regime prisons—was suddenly exiled from Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj to Zahedan Prison, one of the most deprived and dangerous facilities in the country, without any legal warrant. His family has described the move as “punitive and deliberate” and voiced grave […]| Iran Focus
Explore the contributions of Israeli women on the frontlines as they strive for excellence and save lives in challenging environments.| Baltimore Jewish Times
PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, July 29: We take a look at reactions across the European press following the newly agreed tariffs deal with Donald Trump. Will Europe be the big loser? Also, Iran's capital Tehran…| France 24
Cyberterrorism and U.S. adversaries developing nuclear weapons continue to rank as the most worrisome global issues to Americans, but fewer than in recent years find China's economic power highly concerning.| Gallup.com