CIA Drone Jackpot for Iran
Babak Dehghanpisheh on the possible intelligence bonanza not just for Iran but Russia, China, and others.
Iranian Riots Reheat the Revolution
Attacks on the British embassy in Tehran suggest that Iran is once again headed for the diplomatic deep freeze.
Syria's Revolutionary App
Amid a brutal crackdown, rebels are fighting back on their iPhones. By Babak Dehghanpisheh.
Coup Tip a Fake, Official Says
The Iraqi government did not receive a tip cited as a reason for a roundup, writes Babak Dehghanpisheh.
Syrian Defector Plans Fightback
Only violence will topple the Syrian regime, a defector exclusively tells Babak Dehghanpisheh.
Don’t Cheer Gaddafi’s Death Yet
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED?<p>The dictator is dead, but is the war over in Libya? Babak Dehghanpisheh looks at the lessons learned from Saddam Hussein’s death and warns against celebrating—not until the whole clan is rounded up. Plus, our <a href="/content/dailybeast/articles/2011/10/20/muammar-gaddafi-reportedly-captured-said-to-be-critically-wounded.html">complete coverage of Gaddafi's death.</a></p>
Iran’s Shadowy Assassins
The Revolutionary Guard unit behind Iran’s alleged plot to kill the Saudi Arabian ambassador.
Egypt’s Military Leaders: Who’s Who (Photos)
Egypt's first real elections are set for November. Will the junta stand down? The military rulers to watch.
Ahmadinejad Basks in His Glory
Everyone wants to know the state of Tehran’s nukes.
Iran Frees American Hikers
After 26 months, two American hikers are finally free—but their release indicates that President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has triumphed politically at home.