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Editor @Amwajmedia ( #Iran #Iraq #Peninsula ). I'm here to learn.

London, England

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@mashabani

Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

BIG: Something major is happening among Shiite groups in #Iraq and #Yemen . They're not only talking abt hitting #Israel . They're warning that if the US directly intervenes in Gaza, American targets in the region will also be hit—from multiple fronts.

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Deep Dive: Armed groups in Iraq, Yemen warn US of multi-front response to Gaza war

The story: Shiite armed groups in Iraq are threatening to target American assets in the region if the US intervenes in the Hamas-Israel war—or if Tel Aviv “expands the battleground.” This comes amid...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

Surreal. As President Ghani reportedly flees the country, Afghan defense minister tweets: "They tied our hands from behind and sold the country. I curse Ghani and his people."

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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This kind of discourse is highly problematic as it pins the conduct of a state—incl other senior government officials and army generals—on a single individual. In other words, ground being paved for 'business as usual' with post-Netanyahu Israel.

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A welcome distinction: "From now on I will not say Israel, I will say the Netanyahu govt," declares EU foreign policy chief. @JosepBorrellF .

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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SCOOP: #Iran was not involved in planning or execution of #Hamas attack on #Israel , informed sources tell @amwajmedia . Iran's UN Mission: "Decisions made by Palestinian resistance are fiercely autonomous...we are NOT involved in Palestine's response."

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Exclusive: ‘We are not involved’, Iran insists after Hamas attack on Israel

Iran was not involved in the planning or execution of the Hamas movement’s attack on Israel, informed sources have told Amwaj.media. Speaking on condition of anonymity, a senior Arab security source...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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وَإِذَا قِيلَ لَهُمْ لَا تُفْسِدُوا فِي الْأَرْضِ قَالُوا إِنَّمَا نَحْنُ مُصْلِحُون

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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Zero consequences for the killers. And they wouldn't even announce that there will be zero consequences had they not been outed in the media.

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Lucas Tomlinson

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BREAKING: Gen. McKenzie, head of U.S. Central Command, to announce no ISIS-K fighters killed in U.S. drone strike in Kabul Aug 29. 10 civilians killed, including 7 children in Toyota. No disciplinary action expected, officials say. US military stands by intel leading to strike.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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بنده متولد ۶۵ هستم. یعنی موقع شروع مذاکرات ۲۶ سالم بود. بیخیال تهمت های مضحک صدا و سیما. بی رحمی واقعی اینه که یک بازیگر ۴۵ ساله کوتاه و چاق را آوردن که مثلا نقش من را بازی کنه. زن هم حتی برای من مجرد گرفتن. بذار آدم نمونم !

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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BIG: Important scoop by @alihashem_tv on secret effort to avert intra-Shiite war in #Iraq this week. #Iran couldn't convince Sadr to step back from brink. But informed sources tell @amwajmedia phone call from #Hezbollah chief Nasrallah himself did the job

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Exclusive: How a call from Beirut averted all-out Shiite civil war in Baghdad

Iraqi Shiite cleric and politician Muqtada Al-Sadr’s sudden demand that his supporters must end clashes with Shiite rivals and vacate Baghdad’s Green Zone followed a phone call from Beirut, Amwaj.m...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

BIG: #Iran 's supreme leader has granted permission for direct nuclear talks with the US. Apparent U-turn could be watershed moment. Senior Iranian sources tell @amwajmedia top nuclear negotiator Baqeri-Kani's ready to meet with WH MENA Coordinator McGurk

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Scoop: Khamenei ‘grants permission’ for direct Iran-US nuclear talks

Iran’s nuclear negotiators have been granted permission to enter direct talks with the United States, multiple informed sources in Tehran have told Amwaj.media. The apparent U-turn by Supreme Leader...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

6 months

BIG: In major escalation, suspected Israeli attack has claimed life of #Iran ’s most influential commander in #Syria . Experts put significance of assassination on par with killing of Soleimani and Mughniyeh, @alihashem_tv reports for @amwajmedia .

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Inside story: Airstrike kills Iran’s 'most influential' commander in Syria

In a major escalation, a suspected Israeli airstrike has claimed the life of Iran’s most influential military commander in Syria. The assassination—a significant hit to the Islamic Republic’s...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

Just gonna leave this here.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

Rare piece coauthored by an Iranian expert in #Iran ( @hasanahmadian ) and a #Saudi expert in KSA ( @HeshamAlghannam ) about broader shifts unleashed by #GazaWar : "Non-western countries are less open to adhering to Washington’s rules for the game"

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How Gaza war is pushing the region eastward

The unwavering US support for Israel’s war on Gaza has left a bitter taste in the region. Anger is mounting not only in the Arab world but also across the Global South, over what is seen as western...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

BIG: In rare public maneuvering, #Iran 's leader explicitly rejects any role in #Hamas attack 3x in 90-sec span. High-ranking Iranian source tells @amwajmedia this may have been sparked by Khamenei "seeing direction of Israeli public diplomacy campaign.”

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Inside story: Iran’s supreme leader strongly rejects role in Hamas attack

The story: Iran’s supreme leader has strongly rejected any involvement in the Hamas movement’s surprise attack on Israel. The public maneuvering, which involved Ayatollah Ali Khamenei strikingly...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

SCOOP: Amid surge in attacks on American forces in #Iraq over #Gaza war, the US is evacuating some personnel from its Baghdad embassy, @amwajmedia has learned. No confirmation from State Dept so far but seems some non-essential personnel being flown out.

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Scoop: US evacuates some personnel at Baghdad embassy as forces come under fire

Update: The US State Department on Oct. 22 said it had on Oct. 20 ordered the departure of "eligible family members and non-emergency US government personnel from US Embassy Baghdad and US Consulate...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

Outraged protesters in West Bank call for ousting of Mahmoud Abbas.

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Israa Alfass 🔻 إسراء الفاس

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من #رام_الله هتافات غاضبة الآن ضد #محمود_عباس : " الشعب يريد اسقاط الرئيس" #المستشفي_المعمداني #غزة

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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BIG: Zahedi was Quds Force's top cmdr in Levant. He was also only non-Lebanese member of #Hezbollah 's Shura Council. Coming amid secret Iran-US talks & Hezbollah-GCC engagement, his killing seems geared to distract both Khamenei & Nasrallah. @alihashem_tv

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Inside story: Israel declares war on Iran’s warrior-diplomats

Israel’s suspected bombing of what Iran describes as its diplomatic premises in Damascus, killing Mohammad Reza Zahedi—the top Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander in the Levant—is a...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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Very important. #Israel 's planning for war with #Hezbollah is reported to anticipate debilitation of port operations at Haifa and need for temporary use of port facilities in Cyprus. Such a scenario will effectively expand Gaza war into the European Union.

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Amichai Stein

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Leader of Hezbollah Nasrallah threatens the Cyprus government and says: "If it opens its airports and bases to Israel for use during war, then Cyprus will be part of the war" - @kaisos1987

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

BIG: @amwajmedia can confirm that Al-Azhar's Grand Imam—considered by many as highest Sunni authority—will meet with top Shiite cleric in #Iraq . The historic visit will also see Sheikh Tayeb pray at the Imam Ali shrine in Najaf. + much more

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Exclusive: Grand Imam of Al-Azhar set for historic meeting with top Shiite cleric in Iraq

The story: The Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, considered by many to be the world’s top Sunni Islamic jurist, will soon embark on an historic visit to Iraq. Amwaj.media has learned that the Egyptian schola...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 year

Out of respect for apparent wishes of the family, @amwajmedia has not reported on @Elizrael 's abduction in #Iraq . With Israel's official acknowledgement of the case, we've published an extensive overview of what seems to have happened:

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Inside story: The abduction of an Israeli-Russian researcher in Iraq

Editor’s note: Amwaj.media learned about Tsurkov’s abduction in May. To honor her family’s apparent wishes, we abstained from covering the case. The decision to publish this content was only made...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

🧵 After night of innuendo, lines drawn in #Iran - #Israel confrontation are becoming clearer: Rumors in Tehran that Golan Heights, Syrian territory occupied by Israel in 1967, is possible target for Iranian retaliation. Israel warns of direct response.

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Inside story: Golan Heights ‘prime target’ as Israel warns Iran against attack

Iran’s warning that Israel faces “punishment” over its suspected killing of senior Iranian commanders in Syria has triggered a clear Israeli response: any operation launched from Iran will be met...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

NEW: Iran and the US are tentatively set to exchange prisoners in Qatar at 2pm local time on Monday, @amwajmedia has learned. In absence of last-minute hiccup, swap will take place as President Raisi arrives in New York.

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Inside story: Iran, US swap prisoners in Qatar as Raisi arrives in New York

Iran and the US are tentatively set to exchange prisoners in Qatar at 2 pm local time on Sept. 18, Amwaj.media has learned. In the absence of a last-minute hiccup, the swap will take place as Iran’s...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

BIG: After Iran's warnings that #Gaza war may "open new fronts," #Yemen 's Ansarullah (Houthis) have effectively declared war on #Israel . Military spox claimed responsibility for third round of aerial attacks earlier today. Dramatic development. What now?

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Deep Dive: Houthis effectively declare war on Israel after drone, missile barrage

Yemen’s Ansarullah movement, better known as the Houthis, has effectively declared war on Israel. In a statement on Oct. 31, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarei said, “Our armed forces have...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

Don't forget the geniuses who argued that Biden would enjoy "leverage" if he kept Trump's sanctions instead of sticking to his promise of returning to the deal.

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Those really smart Iran analysts who sold Trump a bill of goods about killing the nuclear deal and negotiating a better one (there wasn’t any) are the loudest complainers about Iran’s growing enrichment capability. Definition of irony.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

BIG: Hamas politburo chief Haniyeh was en route to #Iraq for landmark visit when Israel was attacked on Oct 7. Everything had been set up for meetings with top officials in Baghdad. News of blitz derailed visit at last min @alihashem_tv reports @amwajmedia

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Exclusive: Hamas leader’s Iraq visit abruptly canceled amid surprise attack on Israel

The Hamas political bureau chief was en route to board a plane for a landmark visit to Iraq when the Palestinian movement launched a surprise attack on Israel earlier this month, Amwaj.media has...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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BIG: #Saudi ambassador to #Iraq has toured a major Shiite shrine in Karbala. Two centuries ago, same shrine was sacked by Saudi Wahhabi fighters. Iraqi sources tell @amwajmedia landmark visit is due to MbS, pointing to alleged background of his mother.

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Inside story: Saudi Arabia opens up to Iraq’s Shiite shrines

The story: Indicating a changing approach to Iraq, Saudi Ambassador to Baghdad Abdulaziz Al-Shammari has paid a highly publicized visit to a major Shiite shrine in the city of Karbala. The ambassador...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

SHIFT: The commander of #Iran 's Quds Force has been in Lebanon almost nonstop since #Hamas ' surprise attack on #Israel . But as prospect of regional conflagration rises, Hezbollah chief Nasrallah rather than Qa'ani is said to be in charge. Why? @amwajmedia

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Inside story: Quds Force chief in Lebanon, but Hezbollah ‘calling the shots’

The commander of Iran’s Quds Force is on the ground in Lebanon as clashes between Hezbollah and Israel continue, Amwaj.media has learned. Multiple informed sources said Esmail Qa��ani arrived in...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

NEW: #Iran and #Israel may be on cusp of war as retaliation for attack on Iranian consular annex in Syria looms. That hasn't stopped Iran-US diplomacy. In fact, Iran's top diplomat plans to travel to New York next week, has learned.

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Exclusive: Iranian top diplomat due in US amid fears of Iran-Israel war

Amid expectations of retaliation for Israel’s suspected killing of senior Iranian military figures in Syria, Tehran’s top diplomat is set to travel to New York next week, Amwaj.media has learned....

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

BIG: #Iran secretly hosted members of 'Axis of Resistance' this summer, gathering leaders of groups from #Iraq , #Lebanon , #Palestine , #Syria & #Yemen . Several of them met Khamenei for the first time, in presence of Qa'ani and multiple Quds Force officers.

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Inside story: The secret Arab visitors in Iran and the ‘liberation’ of Jerusalem

In early summer, the Iranian capital was host to a number of secret Arab visitors, Amwaj.media has learned. Leaders and representatives of armed factions loyal to the ‘Axis of Resistance’—including...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

SCOOP: #Iran 's military "remains on high alert for [further] attacks tonight," @amwajmedia has learned—even as informed sources indicate halt to direct confrontation with #Israel . Iranians warned of Israeli activity via two channels. With @alihashem_tv

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Exclusive: Iran’s military stays on ‘high alert’ as diplomacy ‘relies on Gaza’

While details remain unclear, Israel is suspected of having targeted military sites in central Iran and early warning facilities in Syria. The Iranians were informed that there would be Israeli...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

SCOOP: Quds Force commander Qa'ani met with Saudi spy chief Humeidan in Baghdad, @amwajmedia has learned. Importantly, Iran-Saudi talks in #Iraq said to have been preceded by parallel track involving multiple secret meetings between Iran and Arab states.

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Scoop: Iran-Saudi Arabia engagement follows 'secret regional talks' in Iraq

The scoop: The ongoing engagement between Iran and Saudi Arabia in Iraq follows a series of secret meetings held earlier this year which brought together several other regional actors, Amwaj.media...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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🧵 #Iran 's President Ebrahim Raisi is dead. Now what? Over past 4 years, conservatives have come to dominate all branches of power. This has painted Khamenei into corner and undermined legitimacy of the state. He now faces opportunity to reverse course.

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Will Raisi’s destiny give Khamenei chance to upend Iranian politics?

The story: A helicopter carrying senior Iranian officials including President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has crashed in northwest Iran. Poor weather and impassable...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 year

Another member of Iran's exiled opposition making clear her views on religious freedom and pluralism. Take a guess about what they probably have in mind for Iran, a predominantly Muslim country, in their dream scenario.

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Darya Safai MP

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Who could ever imagine such a thing could take place in Britain in the 21st century? It reminds me of the darkest days in my homeland, occupied by Islamists. Stop this before it is too late.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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Biden has since Oct 2023: Agreed to hand over additional $26B Delivered 100s of planeloads of arms Destroyed US credibility Cratered own presidency Who can blame them for treating him like a schmuck?

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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BIG: The US has sent #Iran at least one message since #Hamas ' Oct 7 attack on #Israel , @amwajmedia has learned. Substance of message: no US desire for Gaza war to expand and Iran must exercise restraint while urging #Hezbollah to follow suit. Full details:

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Exclusive: Blinken delivers US message to Iran amid surge in regional tensions

The United States has sent Iran at least one message since the Palestinian Hamas movement’s Oct. 7 attack on Israel, Amwaj.media has learned. Arab and Iranian diplomatic sources and political...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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SCOOP: As Biden holds first phone call with MbZ, @amwajmedia has learned that #Iran 's FM is due to travel to Abu Dhabi. Zarif's visit to follow three-country tour last week of Qatar, Iraq and Oman. Also comes as Saudi-Syria ties appear set for shift...

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Scoop: Zarif set to visit Abu Dhabi in 'warming of ties'

The scoop: In a further sign of improved ties, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Amwaj.media has learned. Sources in Tehran say the Iranian...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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3rd well-informed Iranian source said Pakistan had been given prior notice of Iran's assault on Jan. 16. What's claimed to have “created a larger crisis” is that Tehran didn't communicate to Islamabad that it “would make it public.” There are indications of PR mess-up in Iran.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

Fake news. Clip is from 2014. Amount of disinformation on this platform is reaching epic proportions.

@yzarka

Joshua L. Zarka

9 months

If anyone had doubts: Hamas murderer thanks the Islamic Republic of Iran for the funding and the weapons that helped them in their treacherous and murderous attack against innocent children, women and elderly people. #Thisregimemustgo

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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BIG: #Hezbollah 's point man on #Iraq has returned to Baghdad for first extended stay in 2 years. @alihashem_tv reports that Kawtharani's mission is to coordinate escalation against US presence. Follows assassinations attributed to Israel & US @amwajmedia

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Inside story: Hezbollah rep returns to Iraq ahead of expected escalation

Sheikh Mohammad Hussein Al-Kawtharani, Lebanese Hezbollah’s point man on Iraq, has arrived in Baghdad to coordinate an escalation in operations against the US military presence in the country,...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

BIG: While grappling with Hamas-Israel war, Biden administration may be sleepwalking into major escalation with #Iran . Political insiders & Arab/Iranian sources warn US decision to renege on prisoner swap deal could could unravel de-escalation @amwajmedia

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Inside story: Will Biden join Trump in reneging on US deals with Iran?

While grappling with the Hamas-Israel war, the Joe Biden administration may be sleepwalking into a major escalation with Iran, political insiders as well as Arab and Iranian diplomatic sources have...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

Reports: 92% of eligible voters in Tehran stayed home. Khamenei in 2002: 40% voter participation in some western countries shows that people “do not care and lack trust and hope in their political establishment.” Question: What then does 8% voter turnout indicate?

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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Let all candidates run and people will show up at the polls. If not, they will continue to reject a political process that excludes their voices.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 month

Too soon to speculate about condition of Raisi. But exchange below is useful background knowledge in any scenario:

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

Nobody—including Khamenei—believes that #Iran 's air defenses will last long in any conflict. In fact, Fordo and Natanz being hardened and underground is irrelevant too. The point is what happens after Iran's declared nuclear sites go dark. Iranian deterrence stems from access

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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In meeting with IRGC officers tonight, Khamenei underscores the obvious: Continuity of government (and likely policy) is not dependent on the health of any one president.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

Note: Neither the UK nor the US condemned the Israeli bombing of Iran's embassy complex in Syria, which initiated this mess. In refusing to condemn the bombing, they also prevented the UN Security Council from issuing a statement.

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BREAKING: US and UK fighter jets are now intercepting Iranian drones over Syria and Jordan

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

🔥🔥 Last night @amwajmedia published analysis outlining how specific actors in #Iraq may up military pressure on the US in connection with #Gaza crisis. US forces today shot down drones over Ayn Al-Asad amid reports of Erbil incident. What's happening? 🧵

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Deep Dive: Will ‘the other three Hezbollahs’ target the US to contain Israel?

Amid the escalation of violence in Gaza, tensions between Lebanese Hezbollah and Israel are steadily increasing. However, while the Israel-Lebanon border has seen sporadic clashes, an all-out...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

11 months

NEW: Details on #Iran -US prisoner swap: - Prisoners in Iran staying in separate rooms on secured hotel floor. Visits by immediate family, phones OK'd. - Iran's KRW in Korea to be converted to EUR by Switzerland & moved to 2 accounts in 2 Qatari banks.

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Exclusive: Qatar to host Iran-US prisoner exchange, foot bill for asset conversion

After more than a year of indirect talks, Iran and the United States have agreed on a new prisoner swap. The deal entails Iran’s release of five Iranian-Americans held on security-related charges in...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

7 months

UAE continues to view #Hamas as a "terrorist organization", with one Emirati official telling Israeli media: "We still believe in our peace with Israel" via @kaisos1987

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

Bizarre, if true. "An Iranian-made Bavar 373 missile system, similar to the Russian S-300, has also been donated to Moscow by the authorities in Tehran, who also returned an S-300, according to a source who helped organise the transport."

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Russia ‘using weapons smuggled by Iran from Iraq against Ukraine’

Iraqi militias and others say undercover networks being used to supply materiel such as RPGs and anti-tank missiles

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

SCOOP: In harshly worded letter, #Iran 's FM @JZarif slams @SecBlinken for making “any future progress more difficult” over his remarks before Congress. Also: the inside story on why Iran declined the "informal meeting" with the US last month. @amwajmedia

Exclusive: Zarif slams Blinken in harsh letter, urges US return to JCPOA

The scoop: In a sharply worded letter obtained by Amwaj.media, Iran’s chief diplomat slams US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken for making “any future progress more difficult” amid continued...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

NEW 🧵: With unprecedented attack on #Israel —in apparent retaliation for bombing of its embassy complex in Syria— #Iran declares "new equation" in dealings with Tel Aviv. Amid Iranian warnings of wider war, all eyes on Israel's next steps. @amwajmedia

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Inside story: Iran declares ‘new equation’ as all eyes on Israel’s next move

After the unprecedented Iranian drone and missile strikes on Israel, in apparent retaliation for the Apr. 1 bombing of Iran’s embassy complex in Syria, there are two key questions to consider: what...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

Bombing raises major questions about state of int'l norms protecting diplomatic personnel and premises. Iran has described the targeted building, located next to its embassy, as consulate. It has also said that IRGC officers had diplomatic credentials. Israel is changing the game

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

9 months

SCOOP: Plans for a historic meeting in New York gathering foreign ministers of #GCC states, #Iran and #Iraq have collapsed at the last minute, @amwajmedia has learned. UN Secretary-General Guterres was set to chair the dinner session on Sept. 23.

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Scoop: Plans for historic GCC-Iran-Iraq dinner in New York collapse

Plans for a historic meeting in New York gathering the foreign ministers of Gulf Arab states, Iran and Iraq have collapsed at the last minute, Amwaj.media has learned. United Nations Secretary-Gene...

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@mashabani

Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

Israeli officials tell @ronenbergman military bases in Golan Heights and Negev likely targets. @amwajmedia reported in previous days that Golan is prime target, partly because it's deemed to be less risky.

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Inside story: Golan Heights ‘prime target’ as Israel warns Iran against attack

Iran’s warning that Israel faces “punishment” over its suspected killing of senior Iranian commanders in Syria has triggered a clear Israeli response: any operation launched from Iran will be met...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

#ZarifTape THREAD: Excerpts of 7-hr interview for archival purposes leaked. Most attention paid to his criticism of Russia, and relatedly, influence of Quds Force—incl Soleimani. BUT tape comes on same day as ANOTHER important leak...

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Iranian infighting reaches boiling point amid audio leak

The story: Leaked excerpts of a wide-ranging exchange between a prominent journalist and Iran’s foreign minister are making waves on Iranian social media. The three-hour audio clip covers a wide...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

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In 1st episode of @amwajmedia 's 'The Axis'—a new podcast on #Iran and its Arab allies— @alihashem_tv and I address Iran-Israel confrontation and 3 shifts that could reshape region: -KSA-Israel normalization -Iran-US 'de-escalation' -Iran-KSA/GCC business

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 month

High-ranking Iranian source tells @amwajmedia this is "correct and worrying".

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Tehran Times

1 month

#BREAKING An emergency session of the Supreme National Security Council was held in the presence of the Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

My latest: Iranian sources say France is working behind the scenes to up pressure on Iran at the IAEA's Board of Governors meeting next week. “This will put an end to the efforts by the Iranian govt—already contested by many internally—to work with IAEA.”

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Scoop: Iran accuses E3 of 'starting' US action at IAEA

The scoop: Iran accuses Britain, France and Germany—the E3—of having initiated the US plans to censure Tehran at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Speaking to Amwaj.media on condition of...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

NEW: What's known as Khamenei's nuclear fatwa—rejecting WMDs—has long been questioned. Amid concern of #Israeli attack, IRGC has hinted at possible shift in "nuclear doctrine". Rare @amwajmedia inside look from Qom (Iran's Vatican) on the nuclear fatwa:

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Inside story: Will Iran’s supreme leader revise his ‘nuclear fatwa’?

The direct confrontation between Iran and Israel has sparked speculation about a potential shift in the Islamic Republic’s nuclear policies under the leadership of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Following...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 month

BIG: Iranian media is abuzz with rumors that ex-national security advisor Shamkhani has been re-tasked with running the nuclear file. Shift happened prior to chopper crash that killed President Raisi. @SaeedAzimi1772 has details on underlying dynamics:

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Deep Dive: Shamkhani’s return adds complexity to Iranian nuclear file

The tragic demise of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and several other Iranian officials in a helicopter crash on May 19 has put the spotlight on upcoming snap...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

Events in Damascus today indicate that Israelis have Ali Khamenei in a box. Iran's supreme leader is being embarrassed before his own praetorian guard, and Quds Force will have increasingly hard time justifying Khamenei's indecisiveness before Iran's regional allies.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 months

In past few days alone, #Israel has killed #IRGC officer, several #Hezbollah members and dozens of Syrian soldiers in #Syria . No real retaliation from Hezbollah, Iran or Syria. While designed to provoke response, absence of response means Israeli impunity. Smart IDF strategy.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

KSA is upset with Bibi for making it impossible to normalize and thus gain access to US security guarantees and US-supplied nuclear technology (*incl pathway to uranium enrichment*).

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Murtaza Hussain

2 months

Wow: Saudi Foreign Ministry statement calling for international community to intervene halt to Israeli military campaign against Rafah says that that Israel is committing "genocide" against civilians in the territory.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

Don't think outside observers really grasp huge rhetorical shift in Iran in recent weeks. A taboo has been broken. Support for nuclear weapons has gone public and mainstream, and bipartisan. Since Khamenei remains main obstacle, it can almost be interpreted as defiance.

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laurence norman

2 months

In presser at Vienna, Grossi essentially confirms that discussions are ongoing on what Iran will actually agree to and deliver on. -1-

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

10 months into office and 2 years into a pandemic that has claimed over 125k+ Iranian lives, Biden admin refuses to let #Iran use its own money in Korean banks to buy food. Why? "leverage". An end to hese practices would be welcomed, but they shouln't happen in the first place.

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Office of the Special Envoy for Iran

3 years

Met with Republic of Korea's First Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Choi Jong Kun @jongchoiysu while in Paris. We discussed our countries’ efforts to resume JCPOA talks in Vienna and revive the nuclear deal.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

SCOOP: Contrary to Amir-Abdollahian's talk of "2-3 months" until next round of JCPOA talks, #Iran last night sent msg to @enriquemora_ to clarify that it will return to table. Message to US: don't blow up talks with resolution at IAEA Board. Full details:

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Scoop: Iran set to resume talks on JCPOA in not 'too long'

The scoop: Iran is on track to resume indirect talks with the US on the revival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), informed sources in Tehran have confirmed to Amwaj.media. While...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

One possible message for others: Exit the NPT and build a nuclear bomb, and you'll have visits/tweets from the IAEA about the NPT but not a peep about your atomic arsenal.

@rafaelmgrossi

Rafael MarianoGrossi

2 years

At 🇮🇱 #Israel ’s invitation, I met Prime Minister @naftalibennett in Tel Aviv this morning. Important exchanges on topical issues. I stressed the importance of @IAEAorg safeguards and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) for global peace and security.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

6 months

Given that Biden has maintained all Trump-era sanctions on #Iran , many Iranians cannot afford #Yalda essentials. Things like dried fruits and nuts are now a luxury. Pomegranates are a treat too. Shameful and callous messaging by USG, and in line with its approach to #Gaza .

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Matthew Miller

6 months

On the longest night of the year, we join the people of Iran and the wider region in looking forward to brighter days ahead. Happy Yalda to all who celebrate.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

. @amwajmedia correspondent's stellar breakdown of #Iran - #Saudi talks in #Iraq : - Agreement to set up mechanism to end #Yemen war - Details discussed with Houthi leaders - Iraq wants Iran-Saudi ground link - Iran-KSa ties to be re-established + much more

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Exclusive: Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to create mechanism to end Yemen war, restore ties

The story: After a months-long hiatus due to the power transition in Tehran and the annual Haj pilgrimage, Iran and Saudi Arabia last week resumed their dialogue in Iraq. Amwaj.media has learned that...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

In times like these, authorities in #Iran relish their longstanding support for Palestinian groups incl #Hamas . But within Iranian society, there's rising polarization re: Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Stellar read by @amwajmedia correspondent on ground.

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Deep Dive: How division within Iran polarizes views on Israel-Palestine conflict

The Islamic Republic’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has long been clear. Iran leads the ‘Axis of Resistance’, a constellation of actors opposed to Israel which gathers Lebanese Hezbol...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

Casual reminder that Biden has continued Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign—all while denouncing Trump's approach as a failure. Good luck making sense of that. Also important to consider that Ali Khamenei has been main obstacle to Iranian nuke, and he won't be around forever.

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annmarie hordern

2 years

SCOOP: The US plans to announce new sanctions targeting Iran's oil sales as soon as today, sources tell me. The sanctions will focus on entities facilitating the oil trade, and will be part of a broader plan to set up sanctions on the regime in the coming weeks.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

BIG: "Regional state" is leading effort to win release of Israeli-Russian Princeton researcher kidnapped in #Iraq , @amwajmedia has learned. Surfacing of video of @Elizrael speculated to be linked to ongoing talks between Israel/Qatar/US on hostages in Gaza.

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Exclusive: ‘Regional state’ moves to free Israeli-Russian researcher held in Iraq

Efforts are underway to secure the release of an Israeli-Russian researcher that has been kidnapped in Iraq, senior security sources in the region have told Amwaj.media, speaking on condition that...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

NEW: #Iran 's maneuvering amid the #Hamas -Israel confrontation is getting really interesting. Engagement with Saudi Arabia has been stepped up. And at yesterday's @OIC_OCI meeting in Jeddah, Iran called for sanctions on Israel—incl oil embargo. Why?

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Amid outrage over Gaza war, Iran urges Muslim countries to embargo Israel

The story: Iran's foreign minister has urged the Muslim world to impose sanctions on Israel over its war on Gaza—including an energy embargo. The call for action comes amid outrage in the region over...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

SCOOP: After 7-month hiatus, senior #Iranian and #Saudi security officials are expected to resume their dialogue in #Iraq later this week, @amwajmedia has learned. Anticipated session will focus on #Yemen and normalization of ties. Full details:

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Scoop: After 7-month hiatus, Iran-Saudi Arabia talks set to resume in Iraq

The scoop: After a seven-month hiatus, senior Iranian and Saudi security officials are expected to resume their dialogue in Iraq later this week, Amwaj.media has learned. Speaking on condition of...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

10 months

NEW: After rapprochement between #Iran and #SaudiArabia , other regional dialogues at least initially facilitated by #Iraq are picking up steam. @amwajmedia has learned that #Egypt and less so #Jordan are on path to open new chapters in ties with Iran.

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Inside story: Egypt, Jordan follow Saudi Arabia in pursuing openings with Iran

The restoration of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia has injected a sense of “controlled calm” in some regional settings where the two powers have clashed in the past. Pointing to the lowering of...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

Curious why those who succumb to theory that Iranian diplomats are powerless and represent no one never seem to ask themselves one fundamental question: If Quds Force is all-powerful and Zarif is so meek, why is the JCPOA still in place if Soleimani wanted it gone so bad?

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Kim Ghattas

3 years

I will never forget one of the US negotiators of the JCPOA telling me that he always made sure, whenever he talked to a smiling Zarif, to picture Qassem Soleimani standing behind him, as the real power. Even more accurate than he could have imagined.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

5 months

Ex-president Hassan Rouhani's site says he's been barred from defending his seat in upcoming polls for Assembly of Experts. Rouhani recently remarked that for 1st time, ruling minority & majority of society agree on that elections are useless. Backdrop:

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Will Rouhani help decide Iran’s next supreme leader?

The story: Moderate former president Hassan Rouhani (2013-21) has registered to defend his seat in the elections for Iran’s Assembly of Experts next year. The 88-member clerical body is tasked with...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

NEW: In exclusive interview with @amwajmedia , prominent Iraqi academic & political rep of Muqtada Al-Sadr @dna1969 outlines: -Sadrist vision for #Iraq -Key demands to end crisis -Striking details of Sadr's view of #Iran Absolutely vital reading

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Exclusive interview: The Sadrist Movement's vision for Iraq

Iraqi politics is entering a new and highly combustible phase. Tensions are rising between the Sadrist Movement and the Shiite Coordination Framework, with street power increasingly deployed. For the...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

6 months

NEW: Killing of senior #Hamas commander Arouri in Beirut puts spotlight on Hamas-Hezbollah-Quds Force triangle, correspondent on the ground reports for @amwajmedia . It has significant dimensions amid #Gaza war and regional confrontations it has sparked.

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Inside story: Rare assassination in Beirut highlights Hamas-Hezbollah-Iran ties

A suspected Israeli drone strike has killed senior Hamas military commander Saleh Al-Arouri in southern Beirut. The rare precision attack targeted an office of the Palestinian movement in Dahiyeh, a...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

11 months

NEW: #UAE was once Iran's window to world economy. That changed with US sanctions, Saudi-Iran tension & Trump. Iran-UAE are now pursuing 180 shift in ties. Prominent UAE Prof @Abdulkhaleq_UAE outlines opportunities & challenges in detail for @amwajmedia

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Interview: The new chapter in the Iran-UAE relationship

The relationship between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has undergone major shifts over the past two decades. Prior to the Barack Obama administration’s (2009-17) imposition of tough nuclear...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

They kissed, nobody died, Islam is still alive. Time for the Islamic Republic to stop being neither Islamic nor a Republic. Pushing people away from religion and preventing their participation in the political process lead to lose-lose for all. Pic: Young couple in Shiraz.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

Years of data on impacts of US sanctions on #Iran evidence that banking & insurance restrictions hit non-sanctioned sectors incl food & medicine. Either the Ambassador is herself engaging in disinformation, or even worse, is woefully unaware of impacts of own govt's sanctions.

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Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield

2 years

Let me set the record straight about a regular piece of disinformation: America’s sanctions do not apply to Russian food and fertilizer exports. Period.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

1 month

Told @BeckyCNN : Raisi's death has provided Khamenei with golden opportunity to reverse course. Early elections provide chance to expand shrinking circle of power wholly dominated by conservatives. Will he allow more inclusive political process that people want to take part in?

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

4 months

In 2002, Khamenei mocked "35-40%" turnout in western elections, saying it shows that people “do not care and lack trust and hope in their political establishment.”

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Khamenei.ir

4 months

I thank the Iranian ppl for coming to the ballot boxes. Their action was jihad. Why? Because for a year the enemies of the Iranian ppl from around the world have tried to discourage people from taking part in elections. The people’s turn out at the ballot boxes was an epic move.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

5 months

Almost as bad as Biden reneging on his campaign promise to rejoin the Iran nuclear deal and instead continuing Trump's policies for "leverage." Here's how that "leverage" looks now: - 60% enrichment in Iran - US embroiled in clashes with Iran's allies in 3+ countries

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Matt Duss

5 months

It’s hard to overstate what a massive miscalculation it was for Biden to yoke his presidency, and our country’s security, to a corrupt authoritarian racist whose only hope of political survival is prolonging the Gaza war as long as possible.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

SCOOP: Senior source in Tehran tells @amwajmedia that #Iran 's President Ebrahim Raisi is due to embark on state visit to #Oman "early next week." Oman is playing key role as interlocutor not just between Iran/West but also Iran/Saudi and #Saudi / #Houthis ..

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Scoop: Iran's president set to visit Oman 'early next week'

The story: Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi is due to embark on a trip to Oman, Amwaj.media has learned. Speaking on condition of anonymity, a senior source in Tehran said that while the details of the...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

7 months

🧵NEW: #Iran and #SaudiArabia have elevated engagement in past month. Coming amid #GazaWar , some reports charge MbS has offered Raisi investment to contain regional allies. Speaking to @amwajmedia , Arab, Iranian & Saudi sources have rejected such claims.

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Inside story: Iranian-Saudi dialogue elevated, but few expect investment

Following the slow progress since their China-mediated agreement in March to normalize ties, Iran and Saudi Arabia are elevating their engagement. On Nov. 11, President Ebrahim Raisi and Crown Prince...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

NEW: Ahead of anticipated Israeli attack, Iranian media is rife with speculations re: scenarios ahead. To offer glimpse into thinking among conservatives—who control centers of power in #Iran — @amwajmedia has summarized scenario mapping in their media:

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Scenario-mapping: Iranian conservative media think out Israel’s next steps

Amid anticipation of Israeli reprisals for Iran’s Apr. 14 attack on military sites in Israel, Iranian media is rife with speculations about possible scenarios ahead. Speaking to pro-reform Sharq...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

The full story on the impromptu @JZarif appearance on Clubhouse last night that everyone's tweeting about. He engaged on everything from China to his future in politics:

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Iran's FM makes waves in surprise Clubhouse appearance

The story: Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has stirred up Iranian social media after making his first appearance on the Clubhouse app. The event was a unique occurrence in which the chief...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

Results from #Iran 's parliamentary runoffs are in. 8% of eligible voters in Tehran cast ballots. Last time voting in the capital went to 2nd round (2012) turnout was 24%. Khamenei's appeal for voting as "national duty" has fallen on deaf ears. Now what?

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Iran’s conservatives unfazed as voter turnout continues to slide

The story: Iran’s conservative-dominated establishment has hailed the “epic” turnout in parliamentary runoffs—despite reported single-digit participation in the capital. State officials have come...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

NEW: #Hamas chief Haniyeh was set for historic visit to #Iraq when trip canceled last min on Oct 7. Now senior Hamas delegation has traveled to Baghdad for meetings with #Iran -backed Shiite armed groups. @mohanadfarisal has inside story for @amwajmedia

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Inside story: The Hamas delegation’s rare visit to Iraq

In a rare visit, a Hamas delegation arrived in Baghdad on Oct. 27 at the invitation of Iraqi Shiite armed groups. The five-member group was headed by senior Hamas figure Osama Hamdan, who was notably...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

NEW: @AnwarGargash says #UAE "in process" of returning ambassador to #Iran . @amwajmedia has story on: -Efforts over past year to repair ties -Why Raisi has visited Oman/Qatar but not UAE incl May funeral of ex-pres -Spy war with #Israel in UAE And more..

Inside story: Iran, UAE set to upgrade ties as Raisi awaits ‘official invitation’

The story: Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has said that Abu Dhabi is “in the process of sending an ambassador to Tehran.” Informed Iranian...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

When did Grand Ayatollah Sistani become "Iraqi"? Last time i checked, he declined Iraqi citizenship when offered a passport to facilitate travel to the UK for medical treatment.

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

22 days

NEW: Presidential bid of 'Mr. Vahid' is a bombshell. Few know abt his past, and even fewer his present. His future: a total mystery. Speculated motives: - Bid for survival amid leadership succession - 'Sacrificial candidate' - 2005 shock elections redux?

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Deep Dive: Does Khamenei’s former ‘right-hand man’ really want to become president?

The story: In an unanticipated move, a shadowy figure once viewed as the “right-hand man” of Iran's supreme leader has signed up to run in upcoming snap presidential elections. Vahid Haqanian,...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

#IranProtests latest - Grand Ayatollah Nouri Hamedani calls on authorities to listen to "people's demands" - Crackdown intensifies as Raisi is back from NYC - IRGC hits Iranian Kurdish opposition groups based in Iraq - Death toll hits at least 41

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Grand ayatollah warns authorities as Iran clamps down on unrest

The story: Amid the ongoing crackdown on protests in Iran, prominent Shiite cleric Hossein Nouri Hamedani has urged the authorities to address people's demands. This comes as deadly demonstrations...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

8 months

You don't need to be an expert on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to understand that whatever will emerge from this rubble will likely make #Hamas look like liberals. Cycle of hatred and violence will continue to gain strength until it is broken. Bombs only feed it.

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Yousef D. Hammash

8 months

BeitHanoun north of #Gaza

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

5 months

NEW: "Important" US message handed to #Iraq last week is claimed to express openness to announcing end to Coalition's anti-IS mission, @amwajmedia has learned. Yet neither Iraqi nor Iranian political and security sources seem to expect a US withdrawal.

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Deep Dive: Why a US withdrawal from Iraq is off the table

An important letter was delivered to Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein last week. In a Jan. 24 meeting, US Ambassador Alina Romanowski carried a message from the Joe Biden administration seemingly...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 years

NEW: #Iraq has hosted 5th round of talks between #Iran and #Saudi Arabia. @amwajmedia has learned that the two sides agreed on Tehran opening OIC representative office at its shuttered Riyadh embassy + delegations to be sent within 30 days... much more:

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Inside story: Iraq’s PM hosts Iranian, Saudi delegations for fifth round of talks

After a 7-month pause, regional arch-foes Iran and Saudi Arabia on Apr. 21 resumed their bilateral dialogue in Baghdad, sponsored by the Iraqi government. The two sides returned to the negotiating...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

NEW: As dust from #Iran 's unprecedented attack on #Israel settles, its technical aspects remain unclear. Israel relishes high interception. But new footage indicates that IRGC deployed mostly older missiles. Will advanced gear be used if Israel responds?

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Did Iran deploy ‘hypersonic’ missiles in attack on Israel?

The story: New footage of Iran’s Apr. 14 attack on Israel circulated by state-affiliated Iranian media has offered clues about the missiles that were deployed. Some outlets claim that the much-touted...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

7 months

NEW: #Iran is conveying readiness for de-escalation at highest political level. Khamenei has explicitly derided notion that Iran wants expulsion of Jews in future Palestine, referencing "expediency" of post-colonial African states keeping white settlers.

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Iran signals de-escalation on Gaza amid pressure on Israel’s Muslim partners

The story: Following Tehran’s declared backing for the truce in Gaza, Iran’s supreme leader has doubled down on his insistence that a referendum should end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Ayatollah...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

3 years

Really interesting piece by @AzherRubaie on #Iraq 's Jewish community. From 135,000+ in its 140s heyday, only 4 Jews are said to be left. Yet love for Iraq among those who left is heartwarming

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Once thriving, Iraq’s Jews on verge of vanishing

The history of Iraq’s Jews dates back to more than five centuries before Christ. In its 1940s heyday, the community is said to have numbered some 135,000—but after decades of war, displacement and...

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Mohammad Ali Shabani

2 months

🧵 #Iran has world's 2nd biggest gas reserves, South Asia is starved of energy. So the "peace pipeline" was supposed to extend from #Iran to #India via #Pakistan , promoting economic interdependence as forged in post-war Europe. Enter US sanctions.

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Will Biden enable Pakistani energy imports from Iran?

The story: Ebrahim Raisi has traveled to Pakistan, marking the first trip by an Iranian president to the country’s eastern neighbor in over eight years. Iranian state media have focused on the...

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