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Latest Middle East stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Mandating ‘Transparency’ as Plan B to Iran Nuclear Talks—Experts

Mandating ‘Transparency’ as Plan B to Iran Nuclear Talks—Experts

November 24, 2022

As Iran stalls on reviving the JCPOA, the US and other superpowers are under pressure to find other ways to prevent nuclear activity.

Turkey Launches a Deadly Air Campaign Over Syria in Response To Istanbul Bombing

Turkey Launches a Deadly Air Campaign Over Syria in Response To Istanbul Bombing

November 22, 2022

After the Istanbul bombing last week, Turkey attacked Kurdish militants.

SITREP: If Iran Did Send Cruise Missiles to Russia They May Not Work in Ukraine’s Cold Winters

SITREP: If Iran Did Send Cruise Missiles to Russia They May Not Work in Ukraine’s Cold Winters

November 9, 2022

News about Iranian missiles going to Russia may miss an important point; Will these missiles even work in the cold winters of Russia and Ukraine?

US, UK, Saudi Arabia Join Forces for Naval Exercises in the Gulf

US, UK, Saudi Arabia Join Forces for Naval Exercises in the Gulf

November 8, 2022

Naval forces from the United States, United Kingdom and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia completed a weeklong maritime exercise called Nautical Defender in the Arabian Gulf

Iran Murder on the Streets: PhD Candidate, 10 Civilians Including Children Killed

Iran Murder on the Streets: PhD Candidate, 10 Civilians Including Children Killed

November 7, 2022

Since 2018, Iranian women have been voicing out their concerns about the “morality police’s” brutality by removing their hijab.

Pic of the Day, Smugglers Set Fire to their own Vessel in the Gulf of Oman

Pic of the Day, Smugglers Set Fire to their own Vessel in the Gulf of Oman

October 31, 2022

US Navy rescues the crew of a boat suspected of drug smuggling which was set on fire as Navy vessels approached it.

The One Key Takeaway in the Ukraine-Russia War? Iran is Winning

The One Key Takeaway in the Ukraine-Russia War? Iran is Winning

October 27, 2022

The war in Ukraine is helping one country achieve its foreign policy and national security objectives, but it’s neither Russia nor Ukraine.

Passing the Sniff Test – Military Working Dogs Keep this Air Force Secure

Passing the Sniff Test – Military Working Dogs Keep this Air Force Secure

October 26, 2022

The 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron continues to “Hold the Line” at Al Dhafra Air Force Base, United Arab Emirates. In order to achieve that, consistent training, vigilance and teamwork are required to ensure nothing slips by undetected.

Iran Doubles Down on Arresting Reporters, Plans to Sue US for ‘Direct Involvement’

Iran Doubles Down on Arresting Reporters, Plans to Sue US for ‘Direct Involvement’

October 23, 2022

Since reporting about Mahsa Amini’s death in the hands of Iran’s very own “morality police,” protests have continued throughout the country. As the government continues to find ways to nip this issue in the bud, citizen reports have already captured the attention of the international community.

A Look at Iran’s Supreme Leader and His Hardline Ideology

A Look at Iran’s Supreme Leader and His Hardline Ideology

October 11, 2022

Since the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, there has been a lot of speculation over who would take his place. On May 25th, 2017, Ebrahim Raisi was announced as the new Supreme Leader.

SITREP: Iran May Strike US Interests

SITREP: Iran May Strike US Interests

October 11, 2022

Iran may be planning to escalate military actions in the near future

SITREP: All Hell Breaks Loose in Iran, Ali Khamenei Cracks Down

SITREP: All Hell Breaks Loose in Iran, Ali Khamenei Cracks Down

October 7, 2022

Anti-regime protests grow in Iran. Thousands take to the street in anger.

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