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Iran Is Still Trying to Kill American Officials

Judith Miller in Tablet · 25 Jul

The text discusses how Iran continues to pose a threat to American officials, particularly targeting former Trump administration officials for assassination plots following the killing of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani.

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Don’t fall for the spin that Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, is a reformer

Jewish Chronicle · 8 Jul

Masoud Pezeshkian's win in Iran's presidential contest should not be seen as a sign of reform.

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Why Iran Hates the Jewish State of Israel

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 31 May

Iran's animosity towards Israel has evolved over time, with historical ties once existing between the two countries post-Israel's establishment.

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Israel is now also a proxy for its Sunni Muslim neighbours

Jewish Chronicle · 25 Apr

The recent Iranian attack on Israel has brought to light the broader strategic aim of Iran's leadership rooted in Mahdism ideology, aiming to establish a global caliphate by eliminating obstacles like Israel.

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When will you, America, ever learn?

Michael Oren in Future of Jewish · 20 Apr

The text discusses the ongoing conflicts and tensions in the Middle East, particularly regarding the United States' policies towards Iran and Israel, as well as the dynamics with various terrorist groups and regional powers.

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Iran is a Jewish issue. Why is the community silent?

Nora Berman in Forward · 16 Dec 2022

The author expresses disappointment in the silence of the American Jewish community regarding the ongoing protests and human rights violations in Iran.

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Michael Doran in Tablet · 2 Nov 2022

The United States currently has overwhelming military power compared to Iran, but the Biden administration's ambiguous approach to defending its allies in the Middle East has created mistrust among its Gulf allies and emboldened China, Russia, and Iran.

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Mullahs and Commoners

Peter Theroux in Tablet · 6 Jan 2022

"The Heartbeat of Iran" by Tara Kangarlou provides a collection of diverse Iranian voices that humanize the individual citizens of Iran and challenge stereotypes.

0 Politics History

Meet ‘The Butcher,’ Iran’s New President Ebrahim Raisi

Mariam Memarsadeghi in Tablet · 22 Jun 2021

Ebrahim Raisi, Iran's new president, known as "The Butcher," has a history marred by major human rights abuses, including involvement in the mass execution of political prisoners in 1988.

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Joe Biden’s Ugly Betrayal of the Iranian People

Mariam Memarsadeghi in Tablet · 25 Feb 2021

This article criticizes President Joe Biden's approach to Iran, arguing that his policies amount to a betrayal of the Iranian people.

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Inside the Struggle Between Israel and Hezbollah

Shimon Shapira in Tablet · 11 Aug 2020

The struggle between Israel and Hezbollah is rooted in Iran's desire to establish itself among the Shiite populations of the region and challenge nation-states.

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What Happened to the New York Times’ Man in Tehran?

Peter Theroux in Tablet · 10 Mar 2020

The New York Times correspondent in Tehran, Thomas Erdbrink, has been conspicuously absent from reporting since early 2019, with the Iranian regime reportedly barring him from working.