IRGC drug smuggling operations accelerate, despite regional tensions

Security 2024-10-21

IRGC drug smuggling operations accelerate, despite regional tensions

Lebanese Hizbullah and other proxies of the Iranian regime are using the proceeds of the illicit drug trade to fund their operations.

After Sinwar's death, US, world leaders press for return of hostages

Security 2024-10-21

After Sinwar's death, US, world leaders press for return of hostages

The United States has pledged to redouble efforts to end the conflict in Gaza, secure the release of all hostages, and chart a new path forward.

US acts to counter Houthi threat in Red Sea, support regional partners

Security 2024-10-21

US acts to counter Houthi threat in Red Sea, support regional partners

Through sanctions, disablement of weapon suppliers, patrols and strikes, the United States is battling Houthi aggression in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

IRGC-aligned militias turning Iraq into regional hub for drug trafficking

Security 2024-10-18

IRGC-aligned militias turning Iraq into regional hub for drug trafficking

Iraq has been working to get its borders under tight control to prevent the country from becoming a destination for the transit of narcotics.

Hizbullah continues to store weapons near airport, civilian areas

Security 2024-10-18

Hizbullah continues to store weapons near airport, civilian areas

Recent Israeli strikes near Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport are targeting Hizbullah arms caches, exposing the group's willingness to endanger civilians.

ISIS cells regroup, launch attacks in Syria's Badiya

Security 2024-10-17

ISIS cells regroup, launch attacks in Syria's Badiya

ISIS conducted nearly 200 attacks in Syria's eastern desert between January and September 1.

Iraqi government warns militias against dragging country into war

Security 2024-10-16

Iraqi government warns militias against dragging country into war

The government has reportedly sent 'direct messages' to Iran-backed groups about the consequences of escalating regional tensions.

Russian 'merchant of death' back, selling arms in Yemen

Security 2024-10-16

Russian 'merchant of death' back, selling arms in Yemen

Notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout is attempting to sell weapons to the Houthis, sources say, adding that he would not have restarted his work without implicit Kremlin approval.

Hamas, Houthis open offices in Baghdad under Iranian regime's tutelage

Security 2024-10-13

Hamas, Houthis open offices in Baghdad under Iranian regime's tutelage

Newly opened Hamas and Houthi 'representation offices' in Baghdad provoke the ire of Iraqis and violate the country's sovereignty.

Houthis surveillanceware targets Yemenis, Middle East militaries

Security 2024-10-10

Houthis surveillanceware targets Yemenis, Middle East militaries

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis are using surveillanceware at home and abroad to collect both tactical and strategic military intelligence.