Hundreds of Iraqis repatriated from Syria's al-Hol camp

Security 2024-06-28

Hundreds of Iraqis repatriated from Syria's al-Hol camp

Returning Iraqi citizens are undergoing psychological rehabilitation before returning to their hometowns, or facing trial for their crimes.

'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' militia added to terror group list

Security 2024-06-27

'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' militia added to terror group list

Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya is part of a new umbrella group comprised of multiple Iran-aligned armed factions.

Houthis arm al-Shabaab in Somalia with apparent Iranian coordination

Security 2024-06-26

Houthis arm al-Shabaab in Somalia with apparent Iranian coordination

Iranian weapons have been making their way to the Houthis via the Horn of Africa, and al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabaab has a role in their delivery.

Houthis, Iran show disregard for civilian mariners as deadly attacks continue

Security 2024-06-25

Houthis, Iran show disregard for civilian mariners as deadly attacks continue

Iranian frigate ignores distress call from civilian mariners as the Houthis continue their deadly attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea.

Jordanian forces break apart Iran-linked drug smuggling networks

Security 2024-06-24

Jordanian forces break apart Iran-linked drug smuggling networks

Syria-based gangs linked to Iran and protected by armed groups have been funneling drugs across the region through Jordan and Iraq.

US tackling global port security threat: Chinese-made cranes

Security 2024-06-24

US tackling global port security threat: Chinese-made cranes

Chinese-made cargo cranes are ubiquitous at Middle East ports but are 'vulnerable to exploitation,' US officials warn.

Egyptians need not fear al-Qaeda resurgence, analysts say

Security 2024-06-23

Egyptians need not fear al-Qaeda resurgence, analysts say

Egypt's counter-terrorism operations have been highly effective in suppressing extremist groups, analysts say, as obscure affiliate emerges.

Chinese hackers compromised Egypt, other governments, for Beijing

Security 2024-06-21

Chinese hackers compromised Egypt, other governments, for Beijing

Egypt's government was among more than a dozen governments compromised by Chinese hackers for Beijing, cybersecurity firms say.

US-Saudi military deals undergird regional security

Security 2024-06-21

US-Saudi military deals undergird regional security

New deals in the pipeline are an affirmation of the longstanding US-Saudi security partnership that benefits overall regional stability.

Disreputable Russian general commanding troops in Syria

Security 2024-06-21

Disreputable Russian general commanding troops in Syria

Moscow has a track record of sending brutal and corrupt generals to command troops in Syria, and its latest appointee is no exception.