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

Putin calls for ‘strengthening of Russian-Israeli cooperation in all areas’

The relationship between Russia and Israel has soured over the war in Ukraine, with Russia warning Israel against weapons deliveries to Ukraine

Turkey reportedly hits Russian base in northeast Syria

According to reports, the Turkish military struck more than 500 Kurdish targets since the start of the operation on Sunday

The EU’s energy security now rests in Turkey’s hands

Europe has sought to bypass Russian gas with disastrous results. Turkey, which has been positioning itself as an energy hub for the past two decades, is set to reap the benefits

Ukraine presses Israel to deliver military assistance despite Russian warnings

Tel Aviv has previously drawn the ire of Moscow over non-lethal aid provided to Kiev

Iranian and Russian presidents hold talks at SCO summit

Iran and Russia have recently deepened cooperation in order to bypass western sanctions

‘Withdrawal of US forces to facilitate end of terrorism in Syria’: Russian envoy

The US has been illegally arming and funding extremist organizations in Syria since 2011

Russian FM to meet with GCC ministers in Saudi Arabia

Since the start of the Ukraine conflict, GCC countries belonging to OPEC+ have refused demands by the White House to boost oil production levels

Testing the waters: Could Turkey’s Russian relations sink over Ukraine?

Neither friend nor foe, Turkey and Russia have backed opposing sides in several regional conflicts, yet managed to avoid direct confrontation. Now the Ukraine crisis poses a serious challenge.

A Russian wrench in Vienna halts US dash for the finish line

In an eleventh-hour shot across Vienna's bow, the Russians challenged the US 'weaponization of the dollar' with the 'weaponization of the atom.'

Russian FM calls for nuclear-free zone in West Asia and North Africa

Sergei Lavrov also called for Israel’s nuclear disarmament and for the dismantling of Europe’s US-manufactured nuclear arsenals

US ambassador pushed for Lebanon’s condemnation of Russian operations in Ukraine: Report

PM Najib Mikati was allegedly behind the phrasing of the statement, which received widespread condemnation for violating Lebanon's policy of disassociation and neutrality

From the Black Sea to the East Med, don’t poke The Russian Bear

The US shouldn't have poked the Russian Bear. Now it is fully awake: after Ukraine, the Russians are likely to do a clean sweep of foreign belligerents poking around the East Med and the Black Sea.

A silent Turkish-Russian standoff in Kazakhstan

Turkey's dream of a common army for Turkic countries may have been dashed by the quick Russian-led CSTO operation to subdue violent unrest in Kazakhstan early this year.

Russia is primed for a Persian Gulf security ‘makeover’

Russia is the one state with the necessary clout, tools, sweeteners and relationships to nudge the Persian Gulf into a new security paradigm

Breaking the impasse: How a Turkish–Russian deal could light up the way

A Turkish-Russian Grand Bargain to trade support of northern Cyprus for Crimea and Syria might well flip the dynamic in West Asia. Both would gain and NATO would flail. But is it possible?

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?

US bargains over Iran’s unrest

The US has voiced willingness to end support for Iran's protest movement if Tehran stops selling drones to Moscow and makes concessions on its nuclear program.

Israel summons Ukrainian ambassador over UN vote on Palestinian occupation

The General Assembly plenary will likely vote to approve the resolution next month

IAEA pressured by US, EU to confront Iran with ‘uranium traces’ allegations

As the nuclear talks remain stalled, Iran is facing a growing domestic threat posed by ongoing, violent riots

Rewiring Eurasia: Mr. Patrushev goes to Tehran

The meeting this week between two Eurasian security bosses is a further step toward dusting away the west's oversized Asian footprint.

Israel admits to armed drone attacks on Iran, Gaza

While Israel has officially admitted to using the drones in combat, manufacturers are barred from advertising their products

Ukrainian president reveals intelligence cooperation with Israel

Israel has stepped up its support for Ukraine despite persistent warnings from Russia

Zelensky renews plea for Israel to join NATO in fueling war with Russia

The Ukrainian president claimed Israel's 'neutrality' fostered the military alliance between Russia and Iran

Israeli defense minister rejects selling weapons to Ukraine, Kiev ‘deeply disappointed’

Ukraine and its NATO sponsors have stepped up pressure on Israel to provide Kiev with air defense systems, a move that Moscow warns would 'destroy all bilateral relations'

Russia warns Israel against supplying arms to Ukraine

Israel has already been supplying Ukraine with non-lethal aid, including military equipment, and allegedly, missile defense systems provided via Poland

Terror on Crimea Bridge forces Russia to unleash Shock’n Awe

The western narrative of a 'losing Russia' has just been decimated by Moscow's blitzkrieg against Ukraine and its foreign-backed terror operations

Russia willing to allow ‘volunteer fighters’ from West Asia to join fight against Ukraine

More than 16,000 foreign fighters have expressed their desire to join the 'liberation movement' of the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics

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.

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.