Security 2024-01-07
Disrupting regional stability, Iran continues to provide arms, training to Houthis
IRGC officers command the Houthis' attacks and provide the group with arms that are made either in Iran or in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, experts say.
Security 2024-01-06
Iran spy ship equips Houthis with intelligence, arms to target vessels in Red Sea
The IRGC spy ship Behshad transfers intelligence to the Houthis about commercial vessels in and around the Red Sea, enabling the Iran-backed group to target them.
Security 2024-01-05
Combined Maritime Forces stand ready to defend economic interests in Middle East
Operation Prosperity Guardian, which will operate under Combined Task Force (CTF) 153, is set to take on the increased threat posed by the Iran-back Houthis against vessels in the Red Sea.
Security 2024-01-04
A coalition of nations issues 'very clear' warning to Houthis over Red Sea attacks
Ongoing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea are 'illegal, unacceptable and profoundly destabilizing,' joint statement says, noting escalation over past week.
Security 2024-01-03
Maersk pauses Red Sea shipping 'until further notice' as Houthis launch new attacks
Shortly after the shipping giant's announcement, the Houthis staged a fresh attack on commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Security 2024-01-02
Yemen's naval forces get leg up against Houthis
The Houthis' naval forces are well armed by Iran. By joining the international coalition to secure the Red Sea, Yemen's legitimate naval forces have a fighting chance.
Security 2023-12-30
Houthis' Red Sea attacks dim prospects for peace in Yemen
After nine years of war, prospects of peace seemed within reach, but the Houthis' escalating aggression against international shipping is now upsetting the fragile balance.
Security 2023-12-29
Indiscriminate attack on US forces in Syria adds to years of wrongful civilian casualties
Officials say over 100 attacks have taken place against US troops in Iraq and Syria in the past two months with little effect, but the consequences of the attacks on locals have been significant.
Security 2023-12-29
Lacking ability to confront Israel directly, Iran directs Arab militias to battle on its behalf
Decentralized militia groups such as Hizbullah, Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad create instability throughout the region as part of Tehran's so-called 'Axis of Resistance' against Israel.
Security 2023-12-28
Security of Suez Canal revisited in light of Houthi maritime threats
The security of the Suez Canal and Red Sea is a priority for Egypt, the region and world, as the waterway serves as a vital artery for global trade.