“Iran sentences police officer to death for killing protester in 2022,” AFP, Times of Israel, 3-28-24
“US Military Downs Four Iran-Backed Houthi Drones In Red Sea,” Iran International, 3-28-24.
“Hamas Leader Thanks Iran For Support During Tehran Visit,” Iran International, 3-26-24.
“Iran reassures Hamas of continued support as Haniyeh visits Tehran,” Al Monitor, 3-26-24.
True. “Kaine: Russia, Iran wouldn’t tell US if they knew of impending terrorist attack,” The Hill, 3-24-24.
“Iran’s Currency Hits Record Low,” VOA, 3-24-24.
“[D]uring that trip Sabodo advised Khomeini to open an Iranian embassy in Tanzania, and he agreed. He also did the same for Zambia. As a result, Tanzania opened an embassy in Iran too.” This opened the door to the Regime—the 1998 attack eventually followed. See “How late billionaire rescued Tanzania during the 1970s fuel crisis,” The Citizen, 3-24-24.
Read this article carefully. The article itself does not directly state that Iran used the Iraq PM to pass warning to the U.S. about the large attack against Ain al-Asad. “Iran Alerted US Before Soleimani Revenge Strike, Zarif Affirms,” Iran International, 3-23-24. It makes no sense (and it is out of character) for Iran or the IRGC to warn America.
Quote of the Day. “I don’t know whether they are an authoritarian regime.” South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, creating controversy at an event hosted by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. “South African Minister Refuses To call Iran’s Regime Authoritarian,” 3-21-24.
“Corruption under the turban: The truth about Iran’s Religious Octopus,” Israel National News, 3-19-24.
“Iran reveals local upgrade of US M60 tank, inspired by Israeli M60T,” Bulgarian Military, 3-19-24.
“Iranian Regime’s Representative Cuts Off Political Prisoner’s Remarks at Human Rights Council,” NCRI, 3-19-24.
“Iran, China quick to congratulate Putin on election win as others reject vote,” Times of Israel, 3-18-24.
“Mahsa Amini’s death in Iran custody was ‘unlawful,’ says UN mission,” Reuters, 3-18-24.
“UN fact finders deem Mahsa Amini’s death in Iranian custody ‘unlawful’,” Times of Israel, 3-18-24.
In a real world, the UN Secretary General would take action to block rogue countries from being considered for these regional choices, or he would simply denounce states such as Iran from being considered for these posts. All the Sec Gen needs to do is be vocal. See “Alternate Reality: Iran Becomes President of UN Conference on Disarmament,” Jewish Press, 3-18-24.
Sounds like Col. Maj. Amadou Abdramane is in the pocket of the Regime. “Niger Termination of U.S. Military Ties Followed Accusation of Iran Uranium Deal,” WSJ, 3-17-24.
So, how much is one trillion tomans? “Iranian Cleric Accused of Embezzlement,” Iran News Update, 3-17-24.
“Iran stirs the pot with attempts to introduce new explosives into West Bank,” Ynet, 3-17-24.
At the order of the government. “Exclusive: Iran Political Prisoners Attacked by Other Inmates,” Iran International, 3-16-24.
“Palestinian terror leaders, Houthi officials met to coordinate against Israel – report,” Times of Israel, 3-16-24.
“Khomeini’s Grandson Warns Of Growing Discontent In Iran,” Iran International, 3-16-24.
“Iranian official calls for forming international coalition against Israel at NY UN meeting,” JPost, 3-16-24.
“It’s Looking a Lot Like World War II Out There,” Bloomberg, 3-16-24.
“Iran and U.S. Held Secret Talks on Proxy Attacks and Cease-Fire,” NYT, 3-15-24.
Iran has not been deterred from helping Houthi missiles and drones against U.S. military and various civilian targets. See “Iran was not deterred from assisting Houthi strikes on U.S. military and civilian targets,” Politico, 3-15-24.
“Alert: US and allies warn Iran of new sanctions if Tehran moves forward with a ballistic missile deal with Russia,” Intelligencier, 3-15-24.
More great reporting. “Iran using European ports to smuggle arms to Hezbollah – report,” JPost, 3-15-24.
But wait, Iran says it is not involved? “Iran and Hezbollah strategize in Beirut over potential Israeli offensive,” JPost, 3-15-24.
“Iran Air could be banned from Europe if Tehran sends missiles to Russia, US warns,” Reuters, 3-15-24.