Iranian commandos take over elite Syrian army unit
Iran has transferred elements of its elite 65th Brigade to Syria. On arrival on Saturday Oct. 21, they assumed command
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Ignoring empty threats, Iran tightens its military noose around Israel
Hamas’ Saleh Arouri in Tehran. Iran pressed ahead with its plans this week, regardless of the loud scorn and threats
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Israel tries to balance Iran strategy between Trump and Putin
Israel’s leaders stressed to Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu the importance of thwarting Iran’s military entrenchment in Syria. But can’t
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Iran and Iraq go to war with the Kurds over Kirkuk. Rev Guards take part in defiance of US
Baghdad claimed that Iraqi units led the operation launched early Monday against the Kurds over Kirkuk.. DEBKAfile: Pro-Iranian Shiite militias
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Israel tipped off NSA to Russian digital spies using its product
Acting on this Israeli tip-off in 2015, the National Security Agency confirmed that its tools were being used by the
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The Turkish-US visa spat was triggered by Kurdish dispute, Ankara’s flight from NATO to the Russian-Iranian fold
As of Monday, Oct. 9, US missions in Turkey have suspended non-immigrant visa services and closed their doors to the
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Israel asks US to plumb real motive behind Sisi-sponsored Palestinian talks
Israel was startled by the Egyptian president’s comment that the Palestinian reconciliation process he is brokering would lead to peace
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How Iran cheats on nuclear deal, with no flat accusation from Trump or IAEA
President Donald Trump has dropped teasing hints into the hubbub, high rhetoric and suspense of the run-up to the Oct.
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An oil duel takes center of global diplomacy
DEBKA Weekly: German ex-chancellor Schroeder turned-Russian-oil executive and oil executive Tillerson turned-diplomat make intriguing new duelers. Sign here to subscribe.
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Israel hears nothing, says nothing about Palestinian love fest in Gaza
There was deep satisfaction in Cairo and Washington over the warm smiles and cordial handshakes marking the ceremonial handover of
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