Security 2024-06-17
South Lebanon children caught in crosshairs of Hizbullah's escalation
Children have missed school, sustained injuries or even lost their lives because of Hizbullah's involvement in the Israel-Hamas war.
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.
Security 2024-06-16
Facing internal friction, 'former' al-Qaeda Syria affiliate loses grip on Idlib
Tahrir al-Sham, an extremist alliance led by al-Qaeda's former Syria branch that dominates Idlib, is facing acute internal and external pressures.
Security 2024-06-15
IRGC military equipment enters Syria via Iraqi crossing
Arms shipments arrive in Syria from Iran via Iraq through two main crossings: al-Qaim-Albu Kamal, and Sikak, an illegal military crossing.
Security 2024-06-03
Al-Qaeda ramps up violent propaganda in face of counter-terrorism pressure
An aggressive new video campaign spearheaded by the group's Yemen branch aims to incite supporters to commit acts of violence.
Security 2024-06-01
Iran's proxies increase presence along Jordan border
Iran's plans to destabilize Jordan have so far failed, due to continued efforts by the Jordanian security forces to counteract them.
Security 2024-05-31
US keeps up pressure on Houthis, thwarts Red Sea attacks
US and allied forces have intercepted missiles and drones launched toward ships and carried out strikes to degrade the Houthis' capabilities.
Security 2024-05-30
Al-Qaeda's acquisition of Iranian-made drones further jeopardizes Yemen's security
The cooperation between the Houthis and various extremist groups, with Tehran's support, aims to weaken the Yemeni state and expand regional chaos, say observers.
Security 2024-05-30
SDF nab senior ISIS commander in al-Raqa as part of ongoing crackdown
The Syrian Democratic Forces are continuing to pursue ISIS elements and cells in eastern Syria, with 'direct and total' international coalition support.
Security 2024-05-21
Leadership failures prevent al-Qaeda resurgence
After the elimination of its first-line leadership, the group has become consumed by internal disagreements and has lost its power.