Iran's 'reckless' behavior further enflames regional tensions

Security 2024-01-19

Iran's 'reckless' behavior further enflames regional tensions

Tehran has violated the 'sovereign borders of three of its neighbors in just the past couple of days,' the United States said, condemning Iran's attacks on Iraq, Syria and Pakistan.

US strikes 'loaded' Houthi missiles that posed 'imminent threat'

Security 2024-01-18

US strikes 'loaded' Houthi missiles that posed 'imminent threat'

The latest strikes, conducted around midnight Thursday, came in the context of ongoing multi-national efforts to protect freedom of navigation.

Houthis fail to achieve their aims despite ample funding

Security 2024-01-17

Houthis fail to achieve their aims despite ample funding

Though the Houthis have amassed significant wealth and Iran has been funneling them money, they remain incapable of achieving key objectives.

China shows disregard for security of shipping lanes in Red Sea

Security 2024-01-16

China shows disregard for security of shipping lanes in Red Sea

China has failed to condemn the Iran-backed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and has done nothing to protect global trade routes. Analysts wonder how much influence Beijing really has over Tehran.

US military seizes Iranian missile warheads from boat in Gulf of Aden

Security 2024-01-16

US military seizes Iranian missile warheads from boat in Gulf of Aden

The US Navy has conducted regular interdiction missions in the region, intercepting weapons on ships bound for the Iran-backed Houthis.

Iran-backed Houthis continue to fire missiles at ships in Red Sea

Security 2024-01-16

Iran-backed Houthis continue to fire missiles at ships in Red Sea

In the aftermath of US and UK strikes and in defiance of international warnings, the Houthis have continued to target ships in the key waterway.

Use of drone boats in Red Sea signifies Iranian-Houthi escalation

Security 2024-01-14

Use of drone boats in Red Sea signifies Iranian-Houthi escalation

The launch by the Houthis of an unmanned surface vessel in a one-way attack operation -- with clear Iranian support -- is a growing threat to shipping lanes and global commerce.

Iran's sponsorship of Houthis comes into focus after US-led strikes

Security 2024-01-12

Iran's sponsorship of Houthis comes into focus after US-led strikes

The multinational action targeted radar systems, air defense systems and storage and launch sites for attack drones and for cruise and ballistic missiles -- much of which is funded and supplied by Iran.

Houthis' largest Red Sea barrage blocked by US, UK forces

Security 2024-01-10

Houthis' largest Red Sea barrage blocked by US, UK forces

The United States and United Kingdom shot down 18 attack drones, two anti-ship cruise missiles and one anti-ship ballistic missile in the Red Sea.

International operation to protect merchant ships in Red Sea gains traction

Security 2024-01-08

International operation to protect merchant ships in Red Sea gains traction

Operation Prosperity Guardian is growing, with 22 countries contributing and more expected to join in the coming weeks.