Abysmal performance of Iran's Russian-made air defense systems prompts fallout

Security 2024-11-04

Abysmal performance of Iran's Russian-made air defense systems prompts fallout

Russian-made S-300 air defense systems failed to do their job when Israel staged its retaliatory strikes on Iran, leaving it vulnerable to future attacks.

Iran-aligned militias evacuate Syria headquarters in bid to avoid airstrikes

Security 2024-11-02

Iran-aligned militias evacuate Syria headquarters in bid to avoid airstrikes

Iran-aligned militias are in a state of high alert and have taken preemptive measures -- some of which endanger civilians -- to avoid being targeted.

Sinking of nuclear-powered submarine casts doubt on Chinese defense industry

Security 2024-11-01

Sinking of nuclear-powered submarine casts doubt on Chinese defense industry

The incident -- a new attack sub sinking at the pier -- marks yet another challenge for China's defense industry, which has been accused in the past of producing flawed equipment.

Post-ISIS restoration of Mosul cultural heritage charts significant progress

Security 2024-10-31

Post-ISIS restoration of Mosul cultural heritage charts significant progress

Restoration and repair work is moving forward at a number of archaeological and historical sites to restore the city's cultural heritage.

Houthis obtained satellite data for Red Sea attacks from Russia, via IRGC

Security 2024-10-29

Houthis obtained satellite data for Red Sea attacks from Russia, via IRGC

Russia has sought to use the Middle East conflict to divert global attention and resources away from its war on Ukraine, analysts say.

Iranian regime's 'unity of arenas' theory in tatters after 'axis' leaders' deaths

Security 2024-10-29

Iranian regime's 'unity of arenas' theory in tatters after 'axis' leaders' deaths

Following the deaths of Hamas and Hizbullah leaders, the Iranian regime's regional affiliates are no longer in a position to operate in unity.

Houthis use al-Hodeidah's ports to threaten regional security

Security 2024-10-29

Houthis use al-Hodeidah's ports to threaten regional security

The group is using al-Hodeidah's ports, coastline and offshore islands to serve itself and the Iranian regime at the expense of the Yemeni people.

Iraq kills top ISIS leaders in Hamreen hills with coalition support

Security 2024-10-25

Iraq kills top ISIS leaders in Hamreen hills with coalition support

Counterterrorism forces killed senior ISIS leaders during early morning raids on their hideouts, including the group's so-called 'governor of Iraq.'

Killing of top-tier Hizbullah leaders reveals extent of Israeli infiltration

Security 2024-10-24

Killing of top-tier Hizbullah leaders reveals extent of Israeli infiltration

Israel has been collecting intelligence on Hizbullah for a long time, which helped it prepare the ground for targeting the party’s leaders.

Hamas letters reveal Iran links prior to October 7 attacks

Security 2024-10-22

Hamas letters reveal Iran links prior to October 7 attacks

A trove of documents recovered from Hamas command centers reveal the direct and 'organic relationship' between Hamas and the IRGC.