January 2017
Calm Before the Storm Against the JCPOA
The article discusses the potential for increased tensions surrounding the JCPOA following significant political maneuvers by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Trump administration. It…
US Ambassador to the UN: The Security Council Should Not Overlook Iran's Actions in the Region
Samantha Power, the outgoing US ambassador to the UN, urged the Security Council to maintain arms sanctions against Iran, citing its role in regional instability.…
Zarif: Iran and Saudi Arabia Should Collaborate to End Crises in Syria and Yemen
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called for collaboration with Saudi Arabia to resolve crises in Syria and Yemen during his speech at the Davos…
Obama Extends 'National Emergency' Status Regarding Iran and Five Other Countries
Barack Obama extended the national emergency status regarding Iran and five other countries, allowing for continued sanctions against Iran despite the nuclear deal. This extension…
Syrian Rebels Reject Government Official's Claims of Water Supply Agreement in Damascus
A local governor claims an agreement has been reached between the Syrian government and opposition regarding water supply areas near Damascus, but the opposition denies…
Michel Aoun: Relations with Iran Should Not Hinder Lebanon's Ties with the Arab World
Lebanese President Michel Aoun stated that Lebanon's relations with Iran should not hinder ties with Arab nations following a visit to Saudi Arabia. This comes…
Reuters: UN Secretary-General's Report on Potential Violations of Arms Sanctions by Iran
A confidential UN report expresses concerns about Iran potentially violating arms sanctions and supplying weapons to Hezbollah. The report references a seized ship allegedly carrying…
Iran's Military Intervention in Syria: National Security Defense or Continuation of Threats Against Israel?
The article discusses Ali Khamenei's justification for Iran's military intervention in Syria, arguing that the claims of defending national security against ISIS are unfounded as…
Amnesty International: US and European Weapons Used for War Crimes in Iraq
Amnesty International reported that Shia militias in Iraq, supported by various nations, are committing war crimes using weapons supplied to the Iraqi army. The recognition…
Turkish Foreign Minister: Iran Must Stop Violating Ceasefire in Syria
The Turkish Foreign Minister has urged Iran to stop supporting ceasefire violations in Syria, warning that ongoing conflicts threaten upcoming peace talks. Turkey is collaborating…