Iran’s Influence to Rise as US Troops Exit Iraq After more than two decades, the last American troops are leaving Iraq. They will be gone from their final bases by Wednesday, September 30. This exit ends more than 20 years of American military presence in Iraq. Iran and its allies are calling it a victory, … Read more
Houthis Declare Saudi Naval Blockade Amid US-Iran Tensions Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis announced an immediate naval blockade against Saudi Arabia on Monday, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The group said it had imposed a maritime embargo on Saudi-linked shipping and described the move as retaliation for what it called years of Saudi restrictions on … Read more
UAE Condemns Iran Tanker Attack as US Strikes Continue The United Arab Emirates has condemned Iran’s reported missile attack on two of its national oil tankers after the United States carried out a third consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets. According to the UAE Ministry of Defence, two Iranian cruise missiles struck the … Read more
Iran Faces Leadership Crisis After Ali Larijani Killing The death of Ali Larijani in an Israeli air strike has intensified uncertainty within Iran’s leadership. Especially at such a critical moment when the country is navigating war, domestic unrest, and a stalled nuclear agenda. Officials confirmed that the killing amid a broader pattern of targeted strikes … Read more