Shi'ite
Saudi Arabia’s offensive against the Houthis aims to secure Bab el-Mandeb - opinion
As the Houthis threaten a major global shipping corridor, Saudi Arabia steps up military support for Yemeni forces seeking to push them back.
Iran’s protests expose the widening chasm between the regime and its people - opinion
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
Who are the most senior Iranian officials left alive after weeks of Israeli-US strikes? - explainer
In the wake of the devastation on the political and military echelons of the Islamic Republic, who are some of the most significant figures remaining in Iran?
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.
