Security 2025-03-31

With the disruption of established smuggling routes. the Iran-backed 'axis' that controlled the drug trade is losing one of its main revenue streams.

Security 2025-03-18

The decision to restore US military assistance to Lebanon's armed forces supports regional stability while further weakening Hizbullah.

Security 2025-03-17

Iraqi authorities have made progress in curbing drug smuggling across the Syrian border, which has been fortified following recent events.

Security 2025-02-24

Peacekeepers lead road-clearing operations, enabling thousands of displaced residents to return to the south as the army expands control.

Security 2025-02-21

Joint counterterrorism operations in Anbar and Kirkuk provinces eliminate ISIS operatives, including a number of the group's senior commanders.

Security 2025-02-18

As the army expands its presence in the south, residents returning to inspect the damage call for restoration of state sovereignty.

Security 2025-02-13

Concentrated around al-Qaim, the deployment of additional security forces aims to secure Iraq's frontier and keep the threat from ISIS at bay.

Security 2025-02-09

Drug trafficking is a major source of revenue for the Houthis, who have expanded their operations in Yemen and across the water in Africa.

Security 2025-02-07

Iraq has been steadily repatriating its citizens from al-Hol and other camps in Syria in coordination with the SDF and international coalition.

Security 2025-01-31

ISIS is a liability for former member Ahmed al-Sharaa in his quest for legitimacy, recent incident at Sayyida Zainab shrine shows.