John Sjoholm

Iran’s Gunrunners: New Report Establishes Credible Link to Iranian Arms Trafficking

November 30, 2016

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Lima Charlie News Exclusive: Just released report by Conflict Armament Research shows link between Iran and the trafficking of thousands of weapons

Should the U.S. Shift From Saudi Arabia to Iran?

November 28, 2016

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A candid examination of the prospect of moving on from Saudi influence towards a partnership with Iran. Those who oppose a shift away

Image Free Syrian Army fighter Al bab Syria

UPDATE Syria: Turks Lay Siege to Al Bab, Prepare to March on Manbij

November 22, 2016

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Turkish backed forces have laid siege to the ISIS held city of al Bab, Syria, with forces preparing to march on the nearby city

Showdown in Al Bab – Turks, Kurds, ISIS Clash in a Syrian City

November 18, 2016

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Just where is al Bab and why should we care? Three regional factions, including NATO ally Turkey, the Kurds and ISIS fight

In the Shadow of US Post Election the Battle Against ISIS Rages On

November 12, 2016

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As the Mosul Offensive against ISIL grinds on, brutal fighting in close quarters and a fleeing population have hampered the US led

Target ISIS: Operation ‘Euphrates Anger’ Begins Liberation of Raqqa

November 7, 2016

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The liberation of Raqqa, Syria, the self-proclaimed capital of ISIS, has begun. Operation ‘Euphrates Anger’ follows the U.S. backed coalition offensive in

ISIS Offensive – Next Stop: al Raqqa

October 27, 2016

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The US gears up for another offensive on the Islamic State, the liberation of al Raqqa. Obstacles are many, least of which is

Middle East – North Africa Update

October 24, 2016

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Middle East – North Africa (MENA) Update: SITREP of the week’s news from Yemen, Iraq, Turkey, Syria, Egypt, Jordan, UAE, Saudi Arabia,

Mosul Offensive Continues: U.S. Navy EOD Chief Killed, Kirkuk Attacked, Church Bells Ring

October 22, 2016

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One week into the Mosul Offensive, Coalition Forces continue to advance amidst ISIS sleeper cells and suicide bombers in Kirkuk, while U.S.

Mosul Offensive: Can the Alliance Keep It Together?

October 18, 2016

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Day 2 of operations to liberate Mosul, Iraq, saw Shi’a, Kurdish and Iraqi forces work together against fierce ISIS resistance. Reports indicate

Mosul Offensive Day 1: Suicide Squads, VBIEDs, PBIEDs and Air Strikes

October 17, 2016

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The U.S. led ground offensive to liberate Mosul, Iraq from ISIS began today. Lima Charlie News veteran correspondents report. IRAQ – On

Battlefield Yemen Continues: Saudis Bomb Funeral Ceremony After al Houthi Attack

October 8, 2016

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Yemen: Saudi airstrikes kill over 150, wound 534 at funeral ceremony the day after senior pro-Saudi commanders were killed in al Houthi

U.S. Shift From Saudi Arabia to Iran? A Western Dilemma

September 6, 2016

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A candid examination of the prospect of moving on from Saudi influence towards a partnership with Iran. | By John Sjoholm, Lima

‘Tickling Giants’ – Bassem Youssef, Sara Taksler charm & inspire

August 17, 2016

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I remember landing in Cairo during the 2011 Egyptian Revolution, and taking a taxi to the Windsor Hotel. It is located within

Athens to See Construction of First Mosque in Almost 200 Years

August 4, 2016

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Greek Parliament Approves Construction of Mosque in Athens Athens, Greece – The Ottoman Empire left Greece along with its rule as a

ISIS Suicide Attacks Target Iraq Energy

July 31, 2016

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ISIS Attacks on Iraq’s Energy Infrastructure Continue | IRAQ (LC): #ISIS storms energy facilities in N. #Iraq on JUL31; Two separate attacks were carried