“Iran: Oct. 7 attack was revenge for killing of Soleimani in 2020; Hamas: No it wasn’t,” Times of Israel, 12-27-23. This isn’t news. Terrorists and their handlers will often have multiple and conflicting announcements about motivations. We should react with action and not deal with words.
“Russia, Iran Officially Ditch U.S. Dollar for Trade,” OilPrice.com, 12-27-23. “Russia and Iran have finalized an agreement to trade in their local currencies instead of the U.S dollar. … Both countries are subject to U.S. sanctions. … The global de-dollarization drive has been going on for years with BRIC countries and the so-called pariah states trying to ditch the American dollar in favor of other currencies.” The power of requiring international norms (anti-terrorism financial support, etc.) from those going through U.S. banks makes law breakers flee.
“Iran’s latest threat on Israel: An arsenal of nuclear weapons – analysis,” Jerusalem Post, 12-27-23.
“Iran Reports Growth in Oil, Gas Exports,” 12-27-23. It is a big “If” because these numbers are reported by Iran. “Iran has exported $26.46 billion worth of crude oil since the start of its calendar year, in March, contributing to a 7% increase in total trade, which stood at $112 billion in the period. This is according to customs data from Tehran, as cited by Reuters. For next year, Iran’s government is making budget plans based on an expected daily average crude oil export rate of 1.35 million barrels, at an average price of $65 per barrel. Gas exports, meanwhile, did even better, according to the data. These rose by an impressive 139% in the seven months between March and October, topping $2 billion in terms of value, according to the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran, a government agency.”
Blatant miss-stating of the facts presented by the IAEA. “Iran Says ‘Nothing New’ in UN Nuclear Watchdog Report,” VOA, 12-27-23.
“Iran is waging a shadow war to reshape the Middle East – opinion,” Jerusalem Post, 12-27-23.
The details in this kind of story shows why Iran is trying to murder Iran International reporters and anchors. “Exclusive: Iran Recruits Afghans To Target Israelis,” Iran International, 12-27-23.