U.S. called key to Qatar’s covert dealings with terror groups, Iran
TEL AVIV — Qatar has become a major player in the Arab world because of its pro-Islamist policy and support by the United States, a report said. The Institute (more…)
Iran, Russia reach ‘final agreements’ on two new reactors
NICOSIA — Iran said it reached an agreement with Russia to build two nuclear power reactors in the Middle East country. The Iranian Atomic Energy Organization said Moscow would (more…)
Iran, Oman conduct second naval exercise in two months
NICOSIA — Iran and Oman have sustained naval cooperation. On June 16, the Royal Navy of Oman sent a task force to Iran. At least three Omani ships docked (more…)
Iran, Oman conduct naval exercises in Persian Gulf for fourth time
NICOSIA — Iran and Oman have held a naval exercise. The two Gulf states began a three-day naval exercise in the Strait of Hormuz on April 7. The headquarters (more…)
Iran, Pakistan conduct rare naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz
NICOSIA — Iran and Pakistan have launched a rare military exercise. Officials said Iran and Pakistan began a naval exercise to control the Strait of Hormuz, the passage for (more…)
Iran, Russia reach preliminary agreement on additional reactors
NICOSIA — Iran and Russia have signed an agreement for the construction of additional nuclear reactors in the Middle East power. Officials said Iran has selected Russia to construct (more…)
Egypt: Surface-to-air missiles from China, Iran, Russia reached Sinai
CAIRO — Egypt has blamed the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip for supplying weapons that downed an attack helicopter in the Sinai Peninsula. Officials said the Gaza Strip has become a (more…)
Iran, Russia hold talks on expanding military cooperation
NICOSIA — Iran and Russia have been examining defense and military projects. Iran and Russia have reviewed air force relations, including exercises, training and defense cooperation. Officials said Russian (more…)
Iran, Oman sign defense agreement to monitor maritime traffic
ABU DHABI — Iran and Oman have signed a defense cooperation accord. The two Gulf neighbors signed an agreement for cooperation meant to monitor maritime traffic in the Sea (more…)