March 2015
Operation Tikrit; Grounding of Militias, US Air Support
The Tikrit operation, aimed at retaking the city from ISIS, began with significant militia and military involvement but faced delays due to ISIS resistance and…
Houthis of Yemen and Iran; Iran's Strategic Choice and Mistake
The article discusses Iran's military involvement in Iraq and its implications for regional security, particularly concerning ISIS and the Houthis in Yemen. It argues that…
Iraqi President: US Airstrikes on Tikrit Will Begin Soon
Iraqi President Fouad Massoum announced that US airstrikes against ISIS in Tikrit will begin soon, following reconnaissance flights. The Iraqi army, supported by Iranian-backed militias,…
Commander of Iraqi Shiite Militias: We Do Not Need Americans
Hadi al-Amiri, the commander of the Iraqi Shiite militias, stated that they do not need American support in their fight against the Islamic State in…
Most Newsworthy Figure of 2014 Selected by Radio Farda Audience
Mohammad Javad Zarif has been named the most newsworthy figure of 2014 by Radio Farda's audience for the second year in a row, receiving over…
Iran in the Year 1393
The year 1393 was marked by significant political and social events in Iran, including the nuclear negotiations, civil society protests, and notable figures like Qassem…
The Battle of Tikrit
The battle for Tikrit has seen Shiite militias, particularly Ala'a al-Haq, take a central role, while the Iraqi army has remained on the sidelines. The…
News-Making Figure of 1393 Selected by Radio Farda Audience
Radio Farda is conducting a poll to select the most newsworthy figure of the year 1393, with over 200 journalists nominating candidates. The list includes…
Iraqi Army Operations Against Islamic State in Tikrit 'Have Stopped'
Iraqi forces have halted their operations to retake Tikrit from ISIS due to difficulties in countering guerrilla tactics. Shiite militias, including those led by Muqtada…
Intensification of the Tikrit Battle; Islamic State Destroys a Strategic Bridge
The battle for Tikrit has intensified as Iraqi forces engage the Islamic State group, which has destroyed a strategic bridge impacting oil supply routes. The…
Firoozabadi: Iran Will Not Have Military Presence in Iraq
Hassan Firoozabadi, the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, stated that Iran will not have a military presence in Iraq, emphasizing its…
The U.S. and the 'Possibility' of Regional Cooperation with Iran
As the U.S. approaches a decision on Iran's nuclear program, speculation grows about potential cooperation between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East, particularly…
Zarif Accuses Netanyahu of Distorting 'Historical Realities'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of distorting historical facts regarding Iranian Jews during an NBC interview. Zarif emphasized…
Islamic State Group Sets Oil Wells Around Tikrit on Fire
The Islamic State group set fire to oil wells around Tikrit to hinder the advance of Iraqi forces. This action highlights the ongoing conflict in…
Kerry: The U.S. Will Not Ignore Iran's 'Destabilizing Actions'
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized that the U.S. will not overlook Iran's destabilizing actions in the Middle East despite ongoing nuclear negotiations. He…
Iraqi Forces Retake Areas in the Suburbs of Tikrit
Iraqi forces are engaged in a multi-pronged offensive to reclaim Tikrit from the Islamic State, with significant Iranian involvement led by Qassem Soleimani. The operation…
What Are Iranian Commanders Doing in Iraq?
The article discusses the increasing influence of Iranian military forces in Iraq, particularly in the fight against ISIS, highlighting the collaboration between Iranian advisors and…
Iraqi Forces Launch Operation to Retake Tikrit
Iraqi forces, including the army, Shia militias, and Sunni tribes, have launched an operation to reclaim Tikrit from the Islamic State. This operation is significant…