Washington puts $30 million in bounties on Iran-aligned militia leaders in Iraq

Security 2026-05-07

Washington puts $30 million in bounties on Iran-aligned militia leaders in Iraq

The US Rewards for Justice program is forcing Iran-backed commanders underground as pressure mounts across the region.

Militias making Iraq a dangerous launchpad for Iran's proxy wars

Security 2026-05-07

Militias making Iraq a dangerous launchpad for Iran's proxy wars

A new joint operations room aim to unify Iran-backed militias to launch attacks against Iraq's regional neighbors.

The $10 million hunt: Washington targets Abu Ala al-Wala'i

Security 2026-05-06

The $10 million hunt: Washington targets Abu Ala al-Wala'i

Uncle Sam just made Hashim Finyan Rahim al‑Saraji, the head of KSS and also known as Abu Ala al‑Wala'i, a multi‑million‑dollar target.

Iranian threat to Lebanese Prime Minister aims to sabotage negotiations

Security 2026-05-06

Iranian threat to Lebanese Prime Minister aims to sabotage negotiations

The Iranian regime's ununified leadership exposes deep internal chaos with public threats against Lebanon's Prime Minister.

Hizbullah's defiance challenge Lebanon's delicate ceasefire with Israel

Security 2026-05-05

Hizbullah's defiance challenge Lebanon's delicate ceasefire with Israel

As Lebanon struggles to uphold a three week truce, Hizbullah's continued attacks and autonomous military agenda undermine national sovereignty and endanger millions seeking lasting stability.

Hizbullah's rocket sites in schools threaten Lebanese children

Security 2026-05-05

Hizbullah's rocket sites in schools threaten Lebanese children

Hizbullah deploys rocket launchers in schools, turning civilians into human shields and sacrificing their safety.

Armed group places Iraq at center of growing regional crossfire

Security 2026-05-01

Armed group places Iraq at center of growing regional crossfire

Iran's push to grant Iraqi militias greater autonomy is amplifying regional tensions and placing Iraq squarely in the middle of a dangerous geopolitical crossfire.

Bahrain summons Iraqi diplomat over cross-border attacks

Security 2026-04-29

Bahrain summons Iraqi diplomat over cross-border attacks

Bahrain was directly targeted by Iranian regime proxies using drones launched from Iraqi soil.

Lebanon faces Hizbullah challenge to state authority

Security 2026-04-29

Lebanon faces Hizbullah challenge to state authority

Lebanese leaders confront a volatile reality as Hizbullah’s defiance threatens a fragile ceasefire and exposes the limits of state control.

Obstruction on multiple fronts: Russia and China undermine maritime security

Security 2026-04-28

Obstruction on multiple fronts: Russia and China undermine maritime security

Russia and China's veto at the UN Security Council signals rising global tensions, as the US remains the most reliable defender of stability in the Strait of Hormuz.