Lebanon needs 'security formula' overhaul to empower army, experts say

Security 2024-11-06

Lebanon needs 'security formula' overhaul to empower army, experts say

Many in Lebanon want Hizbullah expunged from the military decision-making process in order to wrest control of the country's future away from the outside powers that back the militant group.

Iranian regime, Hizbullah fueled Houthis' transformation, UN report says

Security 2024-11-06

Iranian regime, Hizbullah fueled Houthis' transformation, UN report says

With 'unprecedented' outside military support, the Houthis have transformed themselves from a local armed group into an organization sowing regional chaos.

Abysmal performance of Iran's Russian-made air defense systems prompts fallout

Security 2024-11-04

Abysmal performance of Iran's Russian-made air defense systems prompts fallout

Russian-made S-300 air defense systems failed to do their job when Israel staged its retaliatory strikes on Iran, leaving it vulnerable to future attacks.

Iran-aligned militias evacuate Syria headquarters in bid to avoid airstrikes

Security 2024-11-02

Iran-aligned militias evacuate Syria headquarters in bid to avoid airstrikes

Iran-aligned militias are in a state of high alert and have taken preemptive measures -- some of which endanger civilians -- to avoid being targeted.

Sinking of nuclear-powered submarine casts doubt on Chinese defense industry

Security 2024-11-01

Sinking of nuclear-powered submarine casts doubt on Chinese defense industry

The incident -- a new attack sub sinking at the pier -- marks yet another challenge for China's defense industry, which has been accused in the past of producing flawed equipment.

Houthis obtained satellite data for Red Sea attacks from Russia, via IRGC

Security 2024-10-29

Houthis obtained satellite data for Red Sea attacks from Russia, via IRGC

Russia has sought to use the Middle East conflict to divert global attention and resources away from its war on Ukraine, analysts say.

Iraq kills top ISIS leaders in Hamreen hills with coalition support

Security 2024-10-25

Iraq kills top ISIS leaders in Hamreen hills with coalition support

Counterterrorism forces killed senior ISIS leaders during early morning raids on their hideouts, including the group's so-called 'governor of Iraq.'

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 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.