Killing of top-tier Hizbullah leaders reveals extent of Israeli infiltration

Security 2024-10-24

Killing of top-tier Hizbullah leaders reveals extent of Israeli infiltration

Israel has been collecting intelligence on Hizbullah for a long time, which helped it prepare the ground for targeting the party’s leaders.

Iraq, US work to enhance security of regional sea lanes

Security 2024-10-21

Iraq, US work to enhance security of regional sea lanes

Washington and Baghdad have been working together to support the security of maritime navigation in the face of regional threats.

US acts to counter Houthi threat in Red Sea, support regional partners

Security 2024-10-21

US acts to counter Houthi threat in Red Sea, support regional partners

Through sanctions, disablement of weapon suppliers, patrols and strikes, the United States is battling Houthi aggression in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

US strikes on Houthi missile sites send message to Iran

Security 2024-10-21

US strikes on Houthi missile sites send message to Iran

B-2 stealth bombers reportedly targeted Houthi underground depots with bunker busting bombs, demonstrating that the weapons could also be used against Iran's nuclear facilities.

IRGC drug smuggling operations accelerate, despite regional tensions

Security 2024-10-21

IRGC drug smuggling operations accelerate, despite regional tensions

Lebanese Hizbullah and other proxies of the Iranian regime are using the proceeds of the illicit drug trade to fund their operations.

After Sinwar's death, US, world leaders press for return of hostages

Security 2024-10-21

After Sinwar's death, US, world leaders press for return of hostages

The United States has pledged to redouble efforts to end the conflict in Gaza, secure the release of all hostages, and chart a new path forward.

Iraqi government warns militias against dragging country into war

Security 2024-10-16

Iraqi government warns militias against dragging country into war

The government has reportedly sent 'direct messages' to Iran-backed groups about the consequences of escalating regional tensions.

Russian 'merchant of death' back, selling arms in Yemen

Security 2024-10-16

Russian 'merchant of death' back, selling arms in Yemen

Notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout is attempting to sell weapons to the Houthis, sources say, adding that he would not have restarted his work without implicit Kremlin approval.

Houthis surveillanceware targets Yemenis, Middle East militaries

Security 2024-10-10

Houthis surveillanceware targets Yemenis, Middle East militaries

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis are using surveillanceware at home and abroad to collect both tactical and strategic military intelligence.

Houthis' brinkmanship triggers angst, anger in Yemen

Security 2024-10-09

Houthis' brinkmanship triggers angst, anger in Yemen

The Houthis' adventurism is ineffective, self-aggrandizing, and only serves to bring destruction to Yemen and suffering to the Yemeni people, analysts say.