Iran

Iran Update, November 18, 2024

The continued looting of humanitarian aid trucks demonstrates that Hamas’ internal control remains limited and severely weakened. Armed groups looted 98 of 109 humanitarian aid trucks that entered the southern Gaza Strip via the Kerem Shalom border crossing on November 16.[1] It is unclear if these armed groups are affiliated …

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Iran Update, November 17, 2024

The IDF killed the head of Hezbollah’s media office, Mohammad Afif, in central Beirut on November 17.[1] The IDF conducted a strike targeting Afif in a residential building in Ras al Nabaa, a neighborhood in central Beirut.[2] Hezbollah confirmed Afif’s death.[3] Afif was reportedly visiting a Syrian Ba’ath Party in …

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How the Syrian Regime Helps Israel “Cut Off Hezbollah’s Oxygen”

Syria TV has learned from security sources that Israel has been coordinating security efforts with the Syrian regime for some time to reduce Iran’s influence. On November 3rd, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlined Tel Aviv’s objectives for the next phase of its strategy in Lebanon and Syria. These goals …

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Lower Salaries and Marginalization: Tension Between the Iranian Revolutionary Guards and its Syrian Members

A member of Iran-affiliated factions in Deir-ez-Zor who requested anonymity for fear of arrest or prosecution reported to North Press that two months ago, his salary was abruptly cut off. Dozens of local members who joined the Iranian Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) and its affiliated factions in Deir-ez-Zor and its countryside …

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Spotlight on Iran (November 6—13, 2024)

Senior Iranian officials stressed Israel’s alleged ongoing failure in the ongoing campaign against Hezbollah and Hamas. The Supreme Leader of Iran declared that jihad in Lebanon, Gaza, and “Palestine” would lead to victory and that Israel is being defeated in the regional campaign.The Iranian vice president participated in the Arab-Islamic …

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 12, 2024

Russian forces recently advanced during two company-sized mechanized assaults within and south of Kurakhove in western Donetsk Oblast. Geolocated footage published on November 12 indicates that Russian forces recently advanced along Zaporizkyi Street in northeastern Kurakhove during a company-sized mechanized assault.[1] The Ukrainian brigade that defended against the mechanized assault …

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Iran Update, November 12, 2024

Newly-appointed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz reaffirmed that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will continue its operation in Lebanon until it accomplishes its mission.[1] Katz made these comments during a meeting with the IDF General Staff. Katz replaced Yoav Gallant as defense minister on November 8 and was formerly foreign …

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Iran Update, November 10, 2024

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has destroyed the ability of Lebanese Hezbollah to conduct ground attacks into Israel, according to unspecified senior IDF officers.[1] The IDF has conducted clearing operations targeting Hezbollah capabilities and infrastructure across southern Lebanon to this end since October 1. These clearing operations have involved destroying …

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MEK’s Self-Sabotage and it’s Role in Shaping Anti-Iran Narratives

The Mujahideen-e-Khalq (MEK), a controversial Iranian opposition group, has long been entangled in complex geopolitical games, often positioning itself against the Islamic Republic of Iran. In recent months, the group has claimed that Iran has been responsible for a series of attacks on its bases. However, credible sources and investigative …

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Iran : la majorité des armes utilisées par les terroristes dans les provinces orientales sont occidentales

Le commandant adjoint du quartier général d’al-Qods des Gardiens de la révolution iranienne, le général de brigade Ahmed Shafaei, a souligné « la poursuite de la lutte contre le terrorisme dans les provinces orientales du pays ». Le général de brigade Shafaei a indiqué que « la manœuvre menée par …

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