Jordan stands firm against Kataib Hizbullah's threats

Security 2024-04-14

Jordan stands firm against Kataib Hizbullah's threats

As regional tensions escalate, the Iran-backed Iraqi militia has been trying to extend its disruptive activities into the kingdom, with little success.

US sanctions vessels smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars in Iranian commodities

Security 2024-04-08

US sanctions vessels smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars in Iranian commodities

The sanctions target the UAE-based Oceanlink Maritime DMCC, and 13 vessels managed by it, for facilitating the shipment of Iranian commodities on behalf of Iran's armed forces.

Houthis continue aggression in Yemen, undermining fragile peace process

Security 2024-04-07

Houthis continue aggression in Yemen, undermining fragile peace process

'Absent a political settlement, we fear Yemen's humanitarian and economic crises will only get worse,' US special envoy to Yemen says.

Fight erupts between Rmeish residents and Hizbullah over missile launcher

Security 2024-04-03

Fight erupts between Rmeish residents and Hizbullah over missile launcher

Residents of the Lebanese border town joined forces to drive Hizbullah elements who were trying to set up a missile launcher out of the area.

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

Security 2024-03-28

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

As its land route across the Iraq-Syria border comes under fire, Iran has been stepping up shipments to its allies via Mediterranean ports.

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

Security 2024-03-27

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

The militias seek to secure safe passage for their weapons and fighters and to protect their lucrative cross-border smuggling operations.

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

Security 2024-03-26

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

The group has launched at least 50 attacks on civilian and military ships, and has not spared the vessels of its allies, despite its promises.

Bekaa Valley residents say Hizbullah has put them in danger

Security 2024-03-22

Bekaa Valley residents say Hizbullah has put them in danger

As Israeli warplanes target Hizbullah weapon depots in the Bekaa Valley, local residents accuse the Iran-backed party of putting their lives and livelihoods at risk.

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missile, nuclear procurement networks

Security 2024-03-21

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missile, nuclear procurement networks

The three blacklisted networks procured carbon fiber, epoxy resins and other missile-applicable goods for Iran's defense and nuclear industries.

Activists call on Hizbullah to withdraw from southern Lebanon

Security 2024-03-19

Activists call on Hizbullah to withdraw from southern Lebanon

Hizbullah's unilateral decision to ignite the southern border could escalate into an open war that will drag in the entire nation, activists warn.