Analysis

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  Analysis

  2019-10-17

  Russian forces eye long-term presence in Syria

  Four years after they intervened in Syria in support of the regime, Russian military forces are showing no signs of leaving the country.

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  Analysis

  2019-03-13

  New IRGC leadership lacks military experience, analysts say

  As veterans of the Iran-Iraq war make way for the next generation of officers, the military backbone of the IRGC is softening, observers say.

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  Analysis

  2018-12-21

  Iran propaganda outlets raise regional alarm

  Middle Eastern experts have expressed concern over a recent report that reveals Iran's attempts to extend its influence via media outlets.

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  Analysis

  2018-10-19

  Iran-backed militias undermine Iraq's sovereignty: analysts

  Iran-backed Iraqi militias, including Kataeb Hizbullah, follow the directives of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and operate with complete disregard for the Iraqi law.

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  Analysis

  2018-09-20

  Al-Qaeda slams Muslims for doubting its role in September 11th attacks

  Seventeen years later, al-Qaeda is still focused on its 'victory' in the September 11th terrorist attacks in the US, debunking conspiracy theorists -- and proving its loss of relevance.

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  Analysis

  2018-08-09

  Houthi divisions spur escapes among Yemeni leaders to Aden

  Yemeni MPs and leaders are increasingly fleeing Sanaa to government-controlled areas as the Houthi militia faces growing military pressure in the field.

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  Analysis

  2018-06-19

  Is ISIS a creation of the West?

  An investigation into a prevailing conspiracy theory reveals certain actors actively promote the distortion of facts for their own gain.

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  Analysis

  2018-06-19

  Is ISIS a creation of the West?

  An investigation into a prevailing conspiracy theory reveals certain actors actively promote the distortion of facts for their own gain.

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  Analysis

  2017-05-22

  Experts hail Yemen's resumption of oil exports

  The inflow of hard currency from the sale of oil will help the government pay salaries and revitalise Yemen's health care sector, experts say.

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  Analysis

  2017-03-13

  Use of Pakistani brigade reveals Iran’s sectarian tactics in regional conflict

  The Zeinabiyoun Brigade is comprised of Pakistani Shias recruited by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to fight for its interests in Syria.