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With Assad’s Fall, Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’ Unravels
Tehran’s main regional allies are weakened or collapsing: Syria’s president, Bashar al-Assad, has fled his country, Hezbollah is battered by conflict with Israel, and Hamas is still at war.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Analysis: Collapse of Syria's Assad is a blow to Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'
For Iran’s theocratic government, it keeps getting worseABC News - Dec. 8 -
Rep. Mike Turner says President Assad's fall in Syria "is a blow to Iran, a blow to Russia"
Rep. Mike Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that developments out of Syria that saw President Bashar Assad resign and flee the ...CBS News - Dec. 8 -
As Assad’s Regime in Syria Needs Help, Iran Exits
The collapse of a partnership built over four decades would reshape the balance of power in the Middle East.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Iran ‘lost faith’ in Assad before his ousting
Insider says Tehran declined to provide more military support for now-deposed Syrian leaderFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Iran, a close ally of Assad, says Syrians should decide their country's future without foreign intervention
Iran, a close ally of Assad, says Syrians should decide their country's future without foreign interventionABC News - Dec. 8 -
Ja Morant ends self-imposed dunking ban in style as Grizzlies win in Boston for first time in over a decade
Morant threw down one of the most jaw-dropping in-game dunks you'll ever seeCBS Sports - Dec. 8 -
As Syrian Rebels Advance, Iran Grows Nervous and Neighbors Close Their Borders
The rebels’ gains prompted Lebanon and Jordan to close border crossings and Iran to begin withdrawing personnel from Syria.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
As Assad’s power crumbles, Turkey, Iran and Russia disagree on way forward for Syria
Foreign powers urge opposition groups to end fighting and preserve single, united country at talks in Qatar. The three key external national actors in the Syrian crisis tried to regain control of ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
IAEA chief: Iran is poised to 'quite dramatically' increase stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium
Iran is poised to “quite dramatically” increase its stockpile of near weapons-grade uraniumABC News - Dec. 7 -
‘The feeling of freedom’: Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on her liberation from Iran
Held in the country for six years, the former prisoner shares her insights into how repressive states work — and finding escape through booksFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
Iran Begins to Evacuate Military Officials and Personnel From Syria
The withdrawals by one of President Bashar al-Assad’s key backers come amid a resurgent rebel offensive.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
South Korean president apologizes after attempting to impose martial law
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized on Saturday for declaring martial law in the country for the first time since 1980, which sparked outrage from citizens and lawmakers alike. “I am ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
Iran Accelerates Production of Near-Bomb-Grade Uranium, IAEA Says
The United Nations chief inspector says production has quadrupled. But it is not clear whether Iran is trying to touch off a crisis or gather bargaining chips for negotiations with the United States.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Rebels Advance in Syria as Iran Steps Back
Also, judges rejected TikTok’s effort to avoid a U.S. ban. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Iran ramping up highly enriched uranium stockpile, UN warns
Head of nuclear watchdog said ‘very concerning’ move could rapidly expand Tehran’s production capacityFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Risk of Iran Building Nuclear Weapons Grows, U.S. Intelligence Says
A report warns that public debate in Iran over deterrence risks “emboldening” nuclear weapons advocates there.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Iran poised to 'quite dramatically' increase its stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, UN nuclear agency head warns
Iran poised to 'quite dramatically' increase its stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium, UN nuclear agency head warnsABC News - Dec. 6 -
Greek capital imposes tough security measures on anniversary of fatal police shooting
Athens is bracing for protests marking 16 years since the police shooting of a 15-year-old high school student, whose death sparked riots and has led to annual demonstrationsABC News - Dec. 6 -
Could Trump Make the Ultimate Deal With Iran?
Over the next four years, the toxic and seemingly unending psychodrama between the United States and Iran may very well see its final act.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
South Korea’s ruling party warns president could impose martial law again
Leader of Yoon Suk Yeol’s People Power party calls for him to step down immediatelyFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Iran says it successfully conducted a space launch, the latest for a program criticized by the West
Iran says it successfully conducted a space launch, the latest for a program criticized by the WestABC News - Dec. 6 -
Who is the South Korean leader who tried to impose martial law?
Decades of achievement led Yoon Suk Yeol to the pinnacle of political power in South Korea, but his legacy may boil down to a single, baffling decision to send out troops under martial law to ...ABC News - Dec. 5 -
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Iran Releases Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Laureate, From Prison for 21 Days
The activist, whose health has deteriorated, had bone surgery last month. She was just 19 when Iran’s morality police detained her.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely
Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Defeat the Iranian threat by empowering the people of Iran
It is in America's national security interest to help the people of Iran to replace the Islamic regime.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi gets 3-week reprieve from prison in Iran after surgery
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has been temporarily released from prison in IranABC News - Dec. 4 -
Kash Patel targeted in possible Iran-backed cyberattack, sources say
The apparent hackers targeted Kash Patel's communications, but whether they succeeded and how much access they had to the data is still being investigated, the sources said.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Iran releases Nobel peace laureate Mohammadi on medical leave, says lawyer
Temporary release is inadequate, activist’s family and supporters say, urging her unconditional release. Iran has released the Nobel peace laureate Narges Mohammadi, jailed since November 2021, for ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Inside Mohammad Rasoulof's harrowing escape from Iran for 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig'
The filmmaker knew he would likely be sentenced to prison again. So he fled to Europe in time for the Cannes premiere of 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig,' shot covertly in Iran.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Fury in South Korea After President Imposes Martial Law
President Yoon Suk Yeol’s top aides offered to resign hours after he rescinded his extraordinary order. Protesters are calling for his resignation as lawmakers prepare to meet.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
US has 'grave concern' as South Korea imposes, then overturns, martial law
Officials from the White House, Pentagon and State Department all said they were in close contact with their South Korean counterparts as they assessed the situation.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
South Korea’s President Imposed Martial Law, Then Lifted It
Also, China banned rare mineral exports to the U.S. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
German company caught smuggling chemical plant to Iran
Aiotec GmbH agrees $14.5mn settlement with US after disguising shipment of dismantled polypropylene facilityFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Iran frees rapper Toomaj Salehi months after death sentence overturned
Iran has released dissident rapper Toomaj Salehi more than two years after his backing of women's rights protests over Mahsa Amini's death landed him in prison.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Iran releases rapper famous for lyrics about 2022 killing of Mahsa Amini
Iranian media say authorities have released a government critic and popular hip-hop artist who came to fame over his lyrics about the 2022 death of Mahsa AminiABC News - Dec. 3 -
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truce
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truceNBC News - Dec. 3 -
Trudeau told Trump Americans would also suffer if tariffs are imposed, a Canadian minister says
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has told Donald Trump that Americans would also suffer if the president-elect follows through on a plan to impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian productsABC News - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2
