Houthis' razing of Radaa homes is part of a pattern, rights group says

Security 2024-04-01

Houthis' razing of Radaa homes is part of a pattern, rights group says

Twenty civilians were killed when the Houthis leveled eight houses in al-Baydah province as part of a 'systematic process' of human rights abuses.

US sanctions target revenue sources for IRGC, Houthis and Hizbullah

Security 2024-03-31

US sanctions target revenue sources for IRGC, Houthis and Hizbullah

Web of companies and vessels facilitated shipments of Iranian commodities through deceptive practices on behalf of Said al-Jamal network.

Reward for information on al-Qaeda's new leader in Yemen

Security 2024-03-28

Reward for information on al-Qaeda's new leader in Yemen

A reward of up to $6 million is being offered for information leading to the identification or location of new AQAP leader Saad al-Awlaki.

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

Security 2024-03-28

Iran smuggles weapons to Hizbullah by sea via Syrian ports

As its land route across the Iraq-Syria border comes under fire, Iran has been stepping up shipments to its allies via Mediterranean ports.

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

Security 2024-03-27

Iran-aligned militias mass on Iraq-Syria border

The militias seek to secure safe passage for their weapons and fighters and to protect their lucrative cross-border smuggling operations.

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

Security 2024-03-26

Houthis hit Chinese-owned tanker after pledging safe passage to Chinese ships

The group has launched at least 50 attacks on civilian and military ships, and has not spared the vessels of its allies, despite its promises.

Bekaa Valley residents say Hizbullah has put them in danger

Security 2024-03-22

Bekaa Valley residents say Hizbullah has put them in danger

As Israeli warplanes target Hizbullah weapon depots in the Bekaa Valley, local residents accuse the Iran-backed party of putting their lives and livelihoods at risk.

Iran's backing of al-Qaeda worsens conflicts across the region

Security 2024-03-22

Iran's backing of al-Qaeda worsens conflicts across the region

Al-Qaeda's relationship with its sympathizers in Arab countries such as Yemen, Syria and Libya is primarily facilitated on Iranian soil, analysts say.

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missile, nuclear procurement networks

Security 2024-03-21

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missile, nuclear procurement networks

The three blacklisted networks procured carbon fiber, epoxy resins and other missile-applicable goods for Iran's defense and nuclear industries.

Activists call on Hizbullah to withdraw from southern Lebanon

Security 2024-03-19

Activists call on Hizbullah to withdraw from southern Lebanon

Hizbullah's unilateral decision to ignite the southern border could escalate into an open war that will drag in the entire nation, activists warn.