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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)—Elite military force overseeing Iran's regional proxy network and strategic programs
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Iran used AI to develop military, propaganda strategies, Anthropic report reveals
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
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Iran used AI to develop military, propaganda strategies, Anthropic report reveals

An Anthropic report revealed that an Iran-nexus threat actor used American-made AI systems, including Claude, to develop targeting recommendations against US naval forces and Israeli organizations. The actor also employed AI for domestic surveillance and propaganda campaigns, profiling thousands of Iranians and distributing IRGC-aligned narratives.

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How US leaders remembered the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
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Al Jazeera
center23d ago

How US leaders remembered the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks

Trump drew parallels to the US's present-day war against Iran, while figures like Abdul El-Sayed called for inclusivity.

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Iran says will discuss Strait of Hormuz with Gulf states on Monday
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Al Jazeera
center24d ago

Iran says will discuss Strait of Hormuz with Gulf states on Monday

Iran's Foreign Ministry announced that Iran will meet with Gulf states and Iraq in Oman on Monday to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and promote regional understanding and security. The meeting follows recent agreements between Iran and Oman on managing the strategic waterway, which has seen disruptions impacting global oil prices.

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Yemen's Houthis seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha
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BBC Middle East
center24d ago

Yemen's Houthis seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha

Yemen's Houthi movement has reportedly seized the strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha from pro-government forces, bringing the Iran-backed group closer to controlling the Bab al-Mandab strait. This development follows a week-long offensive in the region and coincides with an escalation of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including drone and missile strikes on oil facilities.

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Putin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine wars
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Al Jazeera
center24d ago

Putin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine wars

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday for an 11-member BRICS summit, where he is scheduled to hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The summit is expected to be dominated by the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, posing a test to the expanded group's cohesion amid differing regional positions.

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Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war
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BBC Middle East
center23d ago

Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war

The Houthis have made a rapid advance across Yemen's Tihamah coastal plain, capturing as much as 130km of Red Sea coastline and tightening their grip on the Bab al-Mandab strait. This significant military gain, attributed to increased Iranian support amid setbacks for other regional proxies, places Iran in control of two critical global maritime passages: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab.

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9/11 at 25: Has the US learned anything from its 'war on terror'?
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

9/11 at 25: Has the US learned anything from its 'war on terror'?

Submitted by Sami Al-Arian on Fri, 09/11/2026 - 14:25 Imperial defeat abroad, surveillance at home and complicity in Israel's genocide have left a fading superpower none the wiser a quarter century on Men inspect a damaged house following a US strike near a wedding gathering that Iranian officials say killed four people, in Kuhestak, southern Iran, on 4 September 2026 (Majid Asgaripour/WANA via Reuters) Off A quarter century is enough time to separate history from hysteria, consequences from int

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The rapid Houthi advance in Yemen: why it matters and what’s at stake
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The Guardian Middle East
left24d ago

The rapid Houthi advance in Yemen: why it matters and what’s at stake

Saudi Arabia and the Houthis have engaged in air, missile, and drone strikes, threatening to escalate the conflict in Yemen and impact critical shipping waterways. This renewed fighting stems from the ongoing civil war, exacerbated by the Houthis' Red Sea attacks in solidarity with Gaza, challenging a fragile UN-brokered peace.

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In 9/11 remarks, Trump links war with Iran
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BBC US & Canada
center24d ago

In 9/11 remarks, Trump links war with Iran

During a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran would never obtain a nuclear weapon. Trump also praised members of the military for their service in the war on terror.

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DW News
center24d ago

Iran pursues cautious escalation ahead of US midterms

US President Trump stated on Wednesday that the war with Iran would end immediately after the US midterm elections, defending his decision to launch attacks to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons. Iran is pursuing a cautious escalation, aiming to impose costs on the US without triggering a full-scale response, with its preferred outcome being a return to the Islamabad truce, according to an expert.

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DW News
center24d ago

Iran war: Saudi-Houthi escalation intensifies Yemen conflict

The Houthi militia seized the port city of Mokha, the town of Dhubab, and Perim island this week, strategically located near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, while exchanging missile and drone attacks with Saudi Arabia. This escalation, which ended a period of relative calm, marks a significant intensification of the Yemen conflict, with analysts describing it as a 'full-scale war'.

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‘Blew the hell out of it’: How Iran damaged US bases in Bahrain, Jordan
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Al Jazeera
center24d ago

‘Blew the hell out of it’: How Iran damaged US bases in Bahrain, Jordan

Acting US Navy Secretary Hung Cao admitted that Iran severely damaged the Naval Support Activity base in Bahrain, the headquarters for the US Fifth Fleet, and that multiple US aircraft were damaged at Jordan's Al-Azraq base. The admissions follow repeated Iranian strikes between February and June, raising questions about the sustainability of US military installations in the region and prompting an evaluation of the Bahraini base's future.

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Houthis control key shipping route after gains along Yemen’s Red Sea coast
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Al Jazeera
center24d ago

Houthis control key shipping route after gains along Yemen’s Red Sea coast

Iran-backed Houthis seized control of Yemen's entire Red Sea coast and key islands in the Bab al-Mandeb strait by Friday, according to government sources and witnesses. This advance strengthens Houthi leverage over a critical shipping route, impacting global energy flows and potentially escalating regional tensions.

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Iran president says he does not favour continuing the war
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Iran president says he does not favour continuing the war

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said he does not support continuing the war, but he stressed that Iran needs to improve its resistance to future challenges so that it does not have to negotiate from a position of weakness. Speaking to heads of the country’s leading universities, Pezeshkian said universities should support the government across areas including the economy, management, culture and literature, ISNA reported.

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Iran faces strategic dilemma as war of attrition drags on
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Iran faces strategic dilemma as war of attrition drags on

Iran and the United States have entered another limited but dangerous phase of confrontation, with mounting military and economic pressure forcing Tehran to weigh escalation against the narrowing possibility of a negotiated settlement. The latest flare-up began with a US strike on Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces in southern Iran, according to Iranian accounts.

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Morning recap
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Morning recap

Morning recap Good morning Middle East Eye readers, If you're just joining us, here are key developments from across the region: • Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said its navy targeted a US unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. • US President Donald Trump said he did not regret going to war against Iran despite the impact the conflict may have on the November US midterm elections.

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Araghchi welcomes US navy secretary’s Bahrain damage remarks
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Araghchi welcomes US navy secretary’s Bahrain damage remarks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi welcomed remarks by Acting US Navy Secretary Hung Cao acknowledging extensive damage to the US naval base in Bahrain from Iranian attacks. Araghchi stated on X that Iran's Armed Forces targeted the 5th Fleet HQ and other bases supporting US actions, asserting the American people should not fund Israel's conflicts.

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Araghchi discusses regional situation with Saudi, South Korean counterparts
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Araghchi discusses regional situation with Saudi, South Korean counterparts

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun had a telephone call with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi on Friday and discussed the situation in the Middle East, including freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Seoul's foreign ministry said, according to Reuters. Meanwhile, IRNA reported that Araghchi and his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan, discussed bilateral ties and the latest regional developments during a phone call.

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Iran dismisses IAEA resolution, says nonproliferation accusations political
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Iran dismisses IAEA resolution, says nonproliferation accusations political

Iran has dismissed a resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which accuses Tehran of failing to comply with its nuclear nonproliferation commitments and refers the matter to the UN Security Council. “Renewed accusations against Iran’s peaceful nuclear program are political and not technical in nature,” Iran's UN ambassador, Gholamhossein Darzi, said in a letter addressed to the Security Council president, IRNA reported.

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Under siege: Iran faces strategic dilemma as war of attrition drags on
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Middle East Eye
center24d ago

Under siege: Iran faces strategic dilemma as war of attrition drags on

Following a US strike on IRGC forces and alleged Iranian plans for rocket deployment, Iran attacked US bases in the UAE, Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain amidst a de facto US port siege. This escalation intensifies pressure on Iran's economy, particularly gasoline supplies, fueling internal debate over disproportionate responses against the US and its regional partners.

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