Security 2023-12-13

Iran has been offering up free plots of land and incentives for Iranians interested in living on Gulf islands the United Arab Emirates also claims.

Security 2023-12-12

French frigate Languedoc shot down a drone that was threatening the tanker as it passed through Bab al-Mandeb strait en route to Suez.

Security 2023-12-11

In response to threats and attacks from the Iran-backed Houthis, the United States is encouraging like-minded nations to join naval coalition.

Security 2023-12-10

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz is an unlikely scenario, analysts say, as such a move would hurt Iran as much as it would the global oil industry, but US and allies are still poised to defend the chokepoint.

Security 2023-12-07

Iran will continue to arm the Houthis, experts warn, noting that the group is using the truce as an opportunity to access more weapons and further threaten maritime security.

Security 2023-12-05

In the most recent attack, the United States shot down three drones targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea, with evidence pointing to the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.

Security 2023-12-04

Hamas's violence against civilians and its use of media to spread lies are a 'historic mistake,' according to Palestinian leaders working to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.

Security 2023-12-02

The countries with the most to lose are Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt, whose economies depend heavily upon international tourism, analysts say.

Security 2023-12-01

The campaign was launched in response to fears that Lebanon will be dragged into the Israel-Hamas war as a result of Hizbullah's meddling.

Security 2023-11-30

US Navy shoots down drone launched from Houthi-controlled area, a day after Iranian drone flies 'dangerously close' to US carrier in Gulf.