China cashes in on Houthis' 'special treatment' as US, world work to protect shipping

Security 2024-02-09

China cashes in on Houthis' 'special treatment' as US, world work to protect shipping

The proportion of container ships hauling China-linked tonnage through the Red Sea has surged as other nations steer clear of the Houthis' attacks.

Houthis' attacks stymie Yemen's peace efforts

Security 2024-02-08

Houthis' attacks stymie Yemen's peace efforts

Armed and enabled by Iran, the Houthis' attacks in the Red Sea and regional waters have set back peace efforts in Yemen and put locals at even greater risk of humanitarian disaster.

As joint US-Iraqi commission reviews partnership, experts point to its successes

Security 2024-02-08

As joint US-Iraqi commission reviews partnership, experts point to its successes

Joint US-Iraqi talks on international coalition's future are meant to develop a new form for a 'sustainable bilateral security relationship,' military expert says.

Fresh evidence proves Iran behind Houthi aggression in Red Sea

Security 2024-02-06

Fresh evidence proves Iran behind Houthi aggression in Red Sea

The Iran-backed Houthis have turned the Galaxy Leader into an event site to organize fanfare and garner attention, say Yemeni experts.

US conducts strikes in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly attack on its forces in Jordan

Security 2024-02-02

US conducts strikes in Iraq, Syria in retaliation for deadly attack on its forces in Jordan

These strikes come as a response to the latest attacks conducted by these militias on US troops in a base in Jordan where three service members were killed and dozens injured.

Kataib Hizbullah's alleged halt in attacks shows clear subservience to Iran

Security 2024-02-01

Kataib Hizbullah's alleged halt in attacks shows clear subservience to Iran

Any doubt remaining that the so-called Axis of Resistance is guided by Tehran is now gone following the Iraqi group's reluctant statement on its intent to halt attacks on US troops.

US, UK, Australia tighten sanctions on Hamas crypto network

Security 2024-01-31

US, UK, Australia tighten sanctions on Hamas crypto network

Iran and its proxy groups seek to abuse regional economies and use seemingly legitimate businesses as cover for funding their attacks, US official says.

Joint sanctions on Houthi leadership 'reinforce clear message' to Iran-backed group

Security 2024-01-29

Joint sanctions on Houthi leadership 'reinforce clear message' to Iran-backed group

The joint US-UK sanctions serve to further promote accountability for the Houthis' recent terrorist attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Houthis, Iran carry out fresh volley of attacks in Red Sea, Gulf of Aden

Security 2024-01-29

Houthis, Iran carry out fresh volley of attacks in Red Sea, Gulf of Aden

As the Houthis launched another round of attacks on international ships in regional waterways, their backer, Iran, seized a vessel off its coast.

Iran-backed militants' increasing attacks on US troops risk escalation of conflict

Security 2024-01-29

Iran-backed militants' increasing attacks on US troops risk escalation of conflict

The US has vowed to respond to a deadly attack in Jordan, which is just the latest in an increasing number of attacks carried out by Iran-backed militants against US and allied forces in the region.