Security 2024-02-16
Iran's 'smokescreen' strategy continues with so-called Islamic Resistance in Iraq
Iran has a long history of using little-known 'smokescreen' militias to conceal its role in attacks, most recently with its proxy Kataib Hizbullah.
Security 2024-02-14
Iraq fortifies its border with Syria to curb arms, drug smuggling
Iraq has worked hard to secure its border with Syria, but Iran-aligned militias still find ways to smuggle weapons and drugs via illegal crossings along the frontier.
Security 2024-02-13
Lebanese civilians say Hizbullah's encroaching arms depots make them nervous
Residents of Hizbullah-dominated areas say they do not feel safe amid mysterious explosions that point to the presence of ammunition depots.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.