US transfers seized Iranian weapons to Ukrainian forces

Security 2024-04-18

US transfers seized Iranian weapons to Ukrainian forces

US and partner naval forces seized the munitions from four separate vessels that were smuggling arms from Iran to the Houthis in Yemen.

Iran's intentions to escalate Middle East conflict are met with US warnings

Security 2024-04-17

Iran's intentions to escalate Middle East conflict are met with US warnings

Iran's 'reckless' attack on Israel and its threats to escalate could lead to a wider regional war, one in which the Iranian regime would suffer greatly, the US military warns.

Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel sparks international condemnation

Security 2024-04-15

Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel sparks international condemnation

The Iranian attack that involved hundreds of drones and missiles was thwarted by Israel and its allies, and has drawn global condemnation and calls for de-escalation.

Jordan stands firm against Kataib Hizbullah's threats

Security 2024-04-14

Jordan stands firm against Kataib Hizbullah's threats

As regional tensions escalate, the Iran-backed Iraqi militia has been trying to extend its disruptive activities into the kingdom, with little success.

US sanctions vessels smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars in Iranian commodities

Security 2024-04-08

US sanctions vessels smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars in Iranian commodities

The sanctions target the UAE-based Oceanlink Maritime DMCC, and 13 vessels managed by it, for facilitating the shipment of Iranian commodities on behalf of Iran's armed forces.

Houthis continue aggression in Yemen, undermining fragile peace process

Security 2024-04-07

Houthis continue aggression in Yemen, undermining fragile peace process

'Absent a political settlement, we fear Yemen's humanitarian and economic crises will only get worse,' US special envoy to Yemen says.

Fight erupts between Rmeish residents and Hizbullah over missile launcher

Security 2024-04-03

Fight erupts between Rmeish residents and Hizbullah over missile launcher

Residents of the Lebanese border town joined forces to drive Hizbullah elements who were trying to set up a missile launcher out of the area.

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

Security 2024-03-28

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

As its land route across the Iraq-Syria border comes under fire, Iran has been stepping up shipments to its allies via Mediterranean ports.

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

Security 2024-03-27

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

The militias seek to secure safe passage for their weapons and fighters and to protect their lucrative cross-border smuggling operations.

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

Security 2024-03-26

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

The group has launched at least 50 attacks on civilian and military ships, and has not spared the vessels of its allies, despite its promises.