Security 2025-08-01
Iraqi army, Peshmerga join forces to purge extremist remnants
Joint forces raided ISIS hideouts in several Iraqi provinces, preventing remnant cells from establishing a foothold in remote areas.
Security 2025-07-31
Houthis' landmines devastate Yemeni civilians and prolong humanitarian crisis
The Houthis' indiscriminate use of mines has endangered civilians, prevented aid convoys from operating and thwarted efforts to achieve peace.
Security 2025-07-30
The US Bombing Seriously Damaged the Fordow Uranium Enrichment Plant
On June 22, 2025, the United States attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran as part of Operation Midnight Hammer.
Security 2025-07-30
Families leave Syria camps for new lives as reintegration efforts pick up pace
The reintegration process for the families of ISIS elements detained in Kurdish-administered Syrian camps has gained momentum this year.
Security 2025-07-28
FBI identifies 3 Iranian officials linked to former agent's 2007 abduction
Senior intelligence officers were involved in the abduction and subsequent cover-up of Robert Levinson's detention and death, agency says.
Security 2025-07-28
Iranian regime's arming of Houthis evidenced by years of weapons seizures
The seizure of weapons shipments en route to the Houthis over the years shows the Iranian regime's persistent efforts to arm the group.
Security 2025-07-25
Desperate recruits left to rot after extremists' ensnare them with false promises
ISIS continues recruitment efforts, targeting the vulnerable and desperate, but has been quick to abandon its fighters when it comes under fire.
Security 2025-07-24
Captagon Crisis: Iran-Backed Militias Fuel Regional Instability Through Illicit Drug Trade
The trade in Captagon and other illegal psychostimulant drugs remains active in the region, primarily due to the continued solicitation and the profiting from these drugs by Iran-backed militias.
Security 2025-07-24
Syria's recovery, stability hinges on ability to keep extremists in check
Donor countries and investors are stipulating that extremist groups such as ISIS be brought under control before recovery can begin.
Security 2025-07-23
Ethiopia arrests 82 extremists in sweeping counterterrorism operation
Ethiopian authorities thwart planned attack as Somalia-based ISIS affiliate fails to establish a definitive presence in the African nation.