US counterterrorism assistance to Egypt continues to deliver results

Security 2024-07-03

US counterterrorism assistance to Egypt continues to deliver results

Egyptian counterterrorism efforts contribute to the security of the Middle East and North Africa and to overall global security, experts say.

Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

Security 2024-07-02

Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

Moscow and Tehran's interdependent relationship is driven by necessity rather than a genuine alignment of interests, analysts say.

US tackling global port security threat: Chinese-made cranes

Security 2024-06-24

US tackling global port security threat: Chinese-made cranes

Chinese-made cargo cranes are ubiquitous at Middle East ports but are 'vulnerable to exploitation,' US officials warn.

Jordanian forces break apart Iran-linked drug smuggling networks

Security 2024-06-24

Jordanian forces break apart Iran-linked drug smuggling networks

Syria-based gangs linked to Iran and protected by armed groups have been funneling drugs across the region through Jordan and Iraq.

Egyptians need not fear al-Qaeda resurgence, analysts say

Security 2024-06-23

Egyptians need not fear al-Qaeda resurgence, analysts say

Egypt's counter-terrorism operations have been highly effective in suppressing extremist groups, analysts say, as obscure affiliate emerges.

Chinese hackers compromised Egypt, other governments, for Beijing

Security 2024-06-21

Chinese hackers compromised Egypt, other governments, for Beijing

Egypt's government was among more than a dozen governments compromised by Chinese hackers for Beijing, cybersecurity firms say.

Disreputable Russian general commanding troops in Syria

Security 2024-06-21

Disreputable Russian general commanding troops in Syria

Moscow has a track record of sending brutal and corrupt generals to command troops in Syria, and its latest appointee is no exception.

US-Saudi military deals undergird regional security

Security 2024-06-21

US-Saudi military deals undergird regional security

New deals in the pipeline are an affirmation of the longstanding US-Saudi security partnership that benefits overall regional stability.

What the islands dispute with UAE means for Sino-Iranian relations

Security 2024-06-18

What the islands dispute with UAE means for Sino-Iranian relations

China is supporting the UAE in its dispute with Iran over three Gulf islands to enhance its economic clout with Arab states, analysts say.

Anger in Baghdad at Iran-linked attacks on KFC, US brands

Security 2024-06-17

Anger in Baghdad at Iran-linked attacks on KFC, US brands

Perpetrators linked to Iran-backed militia Kataib Hizbullah put Iraqi lives and the country's reputation at risk, Baghdad residents say.