West Asia - Islamic World News

Sunday 28 December 2025 - 11:26

Iranian satellites Tolo-3, Zafar-2 and Kosar-1.5 on their way to orbit!

Final preparations for the launch of a Soyuz‑2.1b rocket carrying three Iranian satellites at Russia’s Vostochny Cosmodrome have entered their final stage. After safety reviews, Russia’s State Space Commission has authorized fueling of the launch vehicle, and operational teams are conducting final checks.

Sunday 28 December 2025 - 11:15

Large‑Scale Alawite Demonstrations in Syria

Sheikh Ghazal Wahb Ghazal, head of Syria’s Supreme Islamic Alawite Council, issued a video statement following the recent terrorist bombing in Homs, calling for widespread and peaceful protests to denounce the current situation facing the Alawite community.

Saturday 27 December 2025 - 11:00

Progress in Negotiations Between Damascus and Tel Aviv

Talks between Israel and Syria over a security agreement have seen significant progress in recent weeks, with expectations that the deal may be signed soon. According to informed sources, the potential agreement could go beyond a purely security framework and include a diplomatic annex, expected to be signed during a high‑level meeting in a European country.

Tuesday 23 December 2025 - 10:22

Ceasefire Between SDF and al-Joulani Government in Aleppo

The city of Aleppo experienced relative calm on Monday night after several hours of intense clashes between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and forces aligned with the Damascus government. The fighting resulted in civilian casualties and injuries.

Tuesday 23 December 2025 - 07:47

Landing of a U.S. Military Transport Aircraft in Northeast Hasakah

Early this morning, a U.S. Army transport plane landed at the Kharab al-Jir base, located on the outskirts of Rmeilan in northern Hasakah province. The aircraft carried air defense systems, heavy weaponry, and logistical equipment, as part of the ongoing effort to reinforce American military bases in areas controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).

Monday 22 December 2025 - 12:09

From Socotra to Sudan: Zionist-Emirati Entrenchment in Strategic Regions

This report exposes a vast network of Emirati military and intelligence bases stretching across strategic routes from the Indian Ocean to the Red Sea—a network functioning as a control ring over the region’s vital shipping arteries. It further examines the direct involvement of the Zionist regime and the United States in shaping this security architecture and its impact on post–Al-Aqsa Storm dynamics and the containment of Ansarallah.

Sunday 21 December 2025 - 06:50

Endless Cyber Conflicts: From Tehran to Tel Aviv

The twelve‑day cyber war between Iran and Israel (June 13–24) began with Operation Rising Lion, leading to a 700 percent surge in cyberattacks against Israeli infrastructure. Unit 8200, responsible for SIGINT, codebreaking, and cyber warfare, played a central role in this confrontation. Since the 1950s, this unit has evolved into one of the world’s most advanced cyber military divisions, with its alumni later founding major companies such as Check Point, CyberArk, and Palo Alto Networks.

Wednesday 17 December 2025 - 10:42

Baghdad and Damascus on Path to Revive Kirkuk–Baniyas Pipeline

Syria and Iraq have begun coordinating efforts to restart the Kirkuk–Baniyas oil pipeline, an old yet strategic project now placed on the agenda with U.S. backing to strengthen bilateral energy cooperation. The initiative could restore Syria’s role in regional energy dynamics and open a new route for Iraq’s oil exports to European markets.