Hizbullah scrambles to name Nasrallah successor as party leadership flounders

Security 2024-10-01

Hizbullah scrambles to name Nasrallah successor as party leadership flounders

As the Iran-backed party reels from the loss of Hassan Nasrallah and top party leadership, Hashem Safieddine is seen as 'most likely' successor.

US approves sale of 720 Stinger missiles to Egypt

Security 2024-09-30

US approves sale of 720 Stinger missiles to Egypt

The sale will improve Egypt's interoperability with systems operated by US and regional security partners and its ability to confront threats.

IRGC holds live ammunition training for allied militias in Deir Ezzor

Security 2024-09-30

IRGC holds live ammunition training for allied militias in Deir Ezzor

Heightened militia activity shows the IRGC's interest in reinforcing its position in Deir Ezzor with heightened training, fighters and weapons.

Cracks come to light within Hizbullah as inequities become evident

Security 2024-09-27

Cracks come to light within Hizbullah as inequities become evident

Communications device explosions brought inequalities between upper-echelon party members and rank-and-file fighters into sharp relief.

Iraq purchases new military helicopters to aid in fight against ISIS

Security 2024-09-24

Iraq purchases new military helicopters to aid in fight against ISIS

The Iraqi government is seeking to acquire state-of-the-art weapons to support its air force and boost its combat efficiency against the terrorist group.

Deadly telecom network breach leaves Hizbullah vulnerable, exposed

Security 2024-09-24

Deadly telecom network breach leaves Hizbullah vulnerable, exposed

The breach exposes the Iran-backed party's vulnerabilities and the Iranian regime's inability to protect itself or its proxies from targeted attacks.

Houthis' 'religious tourism' scheme a cover for entry of IRGC, Hizbullah operatives

Security 2024-09-23

Houthis' 'religious tourism' scheme a cover for entry of IRGC, Hizbullah operatives

The Houthis plan to bring in tens of thousands of 'religious pilgrims' from Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Iraq, a Yemeni official warns.

Iraq clears large area of ISIS mines, explosive remnants of war

Security 2024-09-22

Iraq clears large area of ISIS mines, explosive remnants of war

Though significant progress has been made in the effort to clear mines and unexploded ordnance, the lives of Iraqi civilians remain at risk.

Tahrir al-Sham roiled by internal divisions, popular rejection

Security 2024-09-19

Tahrir al-Sham roiled by internal divisions, popular rejection

Leader of the extremist alliance is under fire from factions who seek a return to a more hardline ideology and reactivation of 'morality police.'

US release of military aid to Egypt attests to strength of partnership

Security 2024-09-19

US release of military aid to Egypt attests to strength of partnership

The decision shows US confidence in Egypt and its role in advancing regional peace, including its efforts to broker a Gaza ceasefire deal.