Iran investing billions to destabilize region, advance goals

Security 2024-04-19

Iran investing billions to destabilize region, advance goals

As Iran funnels lethal aid to its proxies, the United States and partner nations work to stem the humanitarian crises that have plagued the Middle East over the past decade.

US transfers seized Iranian weapons to Ukrainian forces

Security 2024-04-18

US transfers seized Iranian weapons to Ukrainian forces

US and partner naval forces seized the munitions from four separate vessels that were smuggling arms from Iran to the Houthis in Yemen.

Iran's intentions to escalate Middle East conflict are met with US warnings

Security 2024-04-17

Iran's intentions to escalate Middle East conflict are met with US warnings

Iran's 'reckless' attack on Israel and its threats to escalate could lead to a wider regional war, one in which the Iranian regime would suffer greatly, the US military warns.

IRGC seizure of ship near Strait of Hormuz deemed act of state-sponsored piracy

Security 2024-04-15

IRGC seizure of ship near Strait of Hormuz deemed act of state-sponsored piracy

The IRGC seized the Israel-linked container ship in Gulf waters, and the MSC Aries is now being directed toward the territorial waters of Iran.

Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel sparks international condemnation

Security 2024-04-15

Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel sparks international condemnation

The Iranian attack that involved hundreds of drones and missiles was thwarted by Israel and its allies, and has drawn global condemnation and calls for de-escalation.

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.

Fresh attacks on Israeli port of Eilat show hand of Iran

Security 2024-04-11

Fresh attacks on Israeli port of Eilat show hand of Iran

Iran's proxies claim they are supporting Gaza, but their recent attacks on Israel show they are puppets of Iran and a vehicle for its revenge.

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.

Infighting between militias undermines Iraq's sovereignty

Security 2024-04-06

Infighting between militias undermines Iraq's sovereignty

A new wave of assassinations and attempted killings in Iraq deepens the rift between Iran-aligned militias and threatens the country's security and stability.