Security 2023-11-08
US intensifies military, diplomatic efforts to deter Iranian proxies
The United States seeks to strengthen force posture across the region to deter state or non-state actors from escalating the war beyond Gaza.
Security 2023-11-08
Region shows little interest in Hizbullah chief's 2nd speech
Hassan Nasrallah lost a lot of credibility in his diatribe of November 3 when his subservience to Iran came into focus, leaving the region dismissive of follow-up, face-saving remarks.
Security 2023-11-07
Houthis launch fresh drone attack from Yemen amid Israel-Hamas war
Despite claims from the Iran-backed group, most attacks launched from Yemen have been intercepted or fallen short of intended targets.
Security 2023-11-06
Wagner reportedly to supply Hizbullah with air defense systems
The system has yet to been sent, but the US is monitoring discussions involving Wagner and Hizbullah and the potential delivery is of major concern.
Security 2023-11-05
For Hamas, Moscow and Tehran are open for business
Even after Hamas staged its deadly October 7 attack on Israel, the two capitals have made it clear they will not sever ties with the militant group.
Security 2023-11-03
In lockstep with Iran, Hizbullah leader claims Hamas attack was a 'surprise'
Hassan Nasrallah clearly backed down from escalating the conflict, stressing the actions of Hamas were decisions that had 'no relation at all to any international or regional issue.'
Security 2023-11-02
Iranian proxies' exploitation of infrastructure exposes civilians to extreme danger
Across the Middle East, Iran-backed militant groups are using civilians as human shields and exploiting civilian infrastructure, such as hospitals, to store weapons and explosives.
Security 2023-11-02
Iraq pursues Iran-backed militias after attacks linked to Hamas war
The expansion of the Israel-Hamas conflict via attacks carried out by Iran's proxy militias could have 'catastrophic' repercussions for Iraq.
Security 2023-11-02
Embattled Hizbullah chief Nasrallah to make first public speech amid spiraling crisis
Seen by many as a puppet of the Iranian regime, Nasrallah makes the speech amid deep anxiety in Lebanon where most civilians strongly oppose the group dragging them into another war.
Security 2023-11-01
Hizbullah seeks 'Sunni cover' on Lebanon's southern front
By working with Palestinian and Islamist factions, Hizbullah is looking to secure political propaganda cover for its involvement in the Hamas-Israel war.