Eurasia’s Middle Corridor: An Atlanticist frenzy to stifle Europe-Asia integration

Geopolitical interests between the Anglo-American establishment and the Sino-Russian-led axis will clash over the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route.

Turkey risks losing Europe’s human rights protections: Reuters

The CoE's Committee of Ministers has launched infringement proceedings against Ankara

Iranian president receives head of Russian security council

Nikolai Patrushev confirmed that western intelligence is behind the violent riots taking place across the Islamic Republic

Qatar cannot replace Russia as energy source to Europe: Qatari Emir

During an interview with French media, the Emir also called on other Gulf states to prioritize dialogue with the Islamic Republic

Iran delivers ‘final conclusion’ to Europe’s JCPOA-revival proposal

After 16 months of negotiations between Iran and the EU, with the indirect participation of the US, officials say the possibility of reviving the 2015 nuclear deal is closer than ever

European gas extraction ship in disputed waters a ‘hostile act’: Lebanon officials

President Michel Aoun has said that negotiations to demarcate maritime borders are still ongoing

Iran detains two Europeans for attempts to incite chaos and disorder

Iranian intelligence did not report the nationality of the two Europeans or when they were arrested

Sit back and watch Europe commit suicide

If the US goal is to crush Russia's economy with sanctions and isolation, why is Europe in an economic free fall instead?

Riad Salameh: Washington’s man in Lebanon; a suspect in Europe 

Europe has launched a flurry of criminal investigations into the United States' most valuable Lebanese financial asset, the country's Central Bank Governor

EU Council votes to ‘prevent’ migrant flow from Afghanistan, UNSC ignores calls to unfreeze country’s assets

EU nations say they will increase financial support to nations in West Asia that take in Afghan refugees

As Turkey spars with its western bride, the east nudges closer

Turkey averted yet another clash with western allies last weekend, but for how long can it endure the abuse before it makes a sharp turn east?

Multipolarity was triggered by the 2003 US invasion of Iraq

Twenty years after the unlawful and destabilizing US-led invasion of Iraq, Washington must face the ultimate consequence of that war: UNSC powers China and Russia laying the foundation for a genuine, UN Charter-based system of multipolarism. 

Saudi King invites Iranian President to Riyadh in bid to improve relations

The recently announced Saudi-Iran rapprochement may lead to a peace deal in Yemen

Russian-Turkish ‘co-opetition’ from Syria to Nagorno-Karabakh

At a time when conflicts are increasingly interconnected, and provide tactical levers to assert pressure elsewhere, the competition between Russia-Iran and Turkiye in Syria and the South Caucasus is destined to overlap.

Russia chides EU big three for dissolving INSTEX trade mechanism for Iran

After Germany, the UK, and France shut down INSTEX, Iran blasted their 'absolute failure to be financially independent from the US'

Turkiye should reconsider purchase of ‘outdated’ F-16 fighters: Turkish official

Turkiye has chosen Russian to purchase superior Russian-made, rather than inferior US-made weapons in the past, to the consternation of Washington

EU nations condemn Israel’s settlement expansion, West Bank violence

The Israeli military estimates that between 300 to 400 settlers took part in a pogrom-style rampage through the Palestinian town of Huwara

Iran agrees to sell air defense equipment to Syria: Report

The military agreement aims to help Syria strengthen its air defense capablities and establish stability and security in the region

In a US-China confrontation, West Asia will bow out

A significant increase in geopolitical and economic ties with China has offered West Asian states an alternative to the US, which has traditionally been the region's security guarantor.

Lebanon’s caretaker PM steps in to protect banks charged with money laundering

The Association of Banks in Lebanon announced that, thanks to Mikati's overstepping of his authority, they would 'temporarily suspend' a strike that has helped decimate the value of the lira

Western states isolated in support of Ukraine war, unipolar world order: Poll

Respondents in China, India, and Turkiye said they prefer a quick end to the war even if Ukraine has to concede territory

Lebanon’s central bank chief will not renew term under shadow of embezzlement probe

In January, Riad Salameh had demanded ‘guarantees’ that he not be arrested following the European judicial probe

The Big Stiff: Russia-Iran dump the dollar

News of Russian banks connecting to Iran’s financial messaging system strengthens the resistance against US-imposed sanctions on both countries and accelerates global de-dollarization.  

Syria under the American whip: Sanctions that kill

The western sanctions weapon is not new to Syria, but since 2019 it has become a lethal one, destroying entire Syrian sectors and killing its people.

Indian refiners purchase Russian crude in Emirati currency: Report

India has disregarded pressure imposed by western nations, and continues to engage in trade and energy cooperation with Russia

Iraq’s Silk Road: Port and canal project set to transform Baghdad’s geopolitical clout

Iraq’s two ambitious trade corridor projects present an opportunity for a beleaguered Baghdad to enhance its geopolitical status and establish economic independence.

A panicked Empire tries to make Russia an ‘offer it can’t refuse’

Realizing NATO’s war with Russia will likely end unfavorably, the US is test-driving an exit offer. But why should Moscow take indirect proposals seriously, especially on the eve of its new military advance and while it is in the winning seat?

Washington bankrolls temporary salary increase for Lebanese security forces

The US, Qatar, and the EU have proven instrumental in providing funds for the Lebanese army since the start of the economic crisis

US pressure compromises Beirut port blast investigation

After over a year of suspension, a sudden resumption of the investigation resulted in an unprecedented decision to release all suspects involved in the explosion

Why is Egypt’s Navy commanding a NATO-led coalition in the Red Sea?

In recent years Egypt has been developing and strengthening its navy in and around the Red Sea, but this is arguably part of a broader US strategy for the region.