US sanctions target revenue sources for IRGC, Houthis and Hizbullah

Crime & Justice 2024-03-31

US sanctions target revenue sources for IRGC, Houthis and Hizbullah

Web of companies and vessels facilitated shipments of Iranian commodities through deceptive practices on behalf of Said al-Jamal network.

US sanctions target IRGC, Houthi revenue sources

Crime & Justice 2024-03-14

US sanctions target IRGC, Houthi revenue sources

An IRGC-backed network uses revenues generated by illicit sales of Iranian commodities to fund the Houthis' ongoing destabilizing activities.

Jordan tightens defenses against cross-border smuggling from Syria

Crime & Justice 2024-02-19

Jordan tightens defenses against cross-border smuggling from Syria

The kingdom has been taking more aggressive measures to combat smuggling from Syria as these operations become larger and more frequent.

US charges Chinese nationals with illicit procurement for IRGC

Crime & Justice 2024-02-05

US charges Chinese nationals with illicit procurement for IRGC

Four Chinese nationals have been charged with 'a years-long, complex conspiracy' to procure US technology with military uses for entities in Iran.

Houthis recruit fishermen, pirates to assist with arms smuggling

Crime & Justice 2024-02-02

Houthis recruit fishermen, pirates to assist with arms smuggling

Somali pirates and Yemeni fishermen have used the 'smuggling corridors' between Somalia, Djibouti and Yemen to transport illegal weapons through the region.

Jurf al-Sakhr, a 'closed-access military base' under Kataib Hizbullah's control

Crime & Justice 2024-02-01

Jurf al-Sakhr, a 'closed-access military base' under Kataib Hizbullah's control

Over the past decade, Kataib Hizbullah and other Iran-aligned militias have turned Jurf al-Sakhr into a military base and have not allowed its displaced residents to return home.

Houthis' naval mines threaten Red Sea security, commerce

Crime & Justice 2024-01-28

Houthis' naval mines threaten Red Sea security, commerce

Sea mines laid by the Iran-backed group threaten the security of the Red Sea and global commerce, and have killed dozens of Yemeni fishermen.

Houthi Red Sea attacks crimp global trade, increase fears of inflation worldwide

Crime & Justice 2024-01-16

Houthi Red Sea attacks crimp global trade, increase fears of inflation worldwide

Average freight costs have almost doubled since late November, and wait times for shipments have also increased igniting fears of inflation pressures.

ISIS 'manufacturing leader', accomplice in chemical attacks, pursued by US government

Crime & Justice 2023-12-19

ISIS 'manufacturing leader', accomplice in chemical attacks, pursued by US government

Up to $5 million is being offered for information about ISIS member Abu Ali al-Tunisi, who provided advanced training on weapons development and manufactured chemical weapons.

Iran aiming to destabilize neighbors, fund militias through illegal drug trade

Crime & Justice 2023-12-15

Iran aiming to destabilize neighbors, fund militias through illegal drug trade

Profits from smuggling and selling narcotics are lining the pockets of Iran-backed militias and regime cronies, leaving local economies and societies in ruin.