Security 2024-07-18
Al-Qaeda raises its head in southern Yemen, with Houthis' support
Despite their many differences, both groups seek to wield power in the southern provinces where al-Qaeda once terrorized the population.
Security 2024-07-17
ISIS water-poisoning plot shows need for continued vigilance
Baghdad Operations Command intelligence has warned that ISIS has been plotting to contaminate the water supply in the Iraqi capital.
Security 2024-07-17
Egypt holds the line as extremist groups spread in Africa
As groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS proliferate in Africa, aided by insecurity and porous borders, Egyptian forces are keeping them in check.
Security 2024-07-15
Burgeoning illicit drug industry funds Iranian militias in eastern Syria
Iran-aligned militias have set up primitive drug factories and warehouses in eastern Syria to finance their operations.
Security 2024-07-15
After ISIS defeat, international coalition keeps up the fight
Since vanquishing ISIS in Iraq and Syria, the coalition has worked to keep the group in check and to shut down its propaganda networks.
Security 2024-07-14
Fight against electronic terrorism accelerates as groups try to stake out new turf
Extremist groups have stepped up their online presence as they jockey for position and try to regroup following losses on the ground.
Security 2024-07-11
Iran-aligned factions seek to expand regional conflict
Iran's proxies have indicated they are willing to fight alongside Lebanese Hizbullah, in a move that threatens to plunge the region into war.
Security 2024-07-08
Jordanian forces vigilant against Iranian threats to the kingdom
Iran-aligned groups have been moving explosives and militants across the border from Syria in an attempt to gain a foothold in the kingdom.
Security 2024-07-08
'Little doubt' Hizbullah uses Beirut airport to bring in arms from Iran
Despite its vehement denials and a hastily arranged media tour, it is widely known that Hizbullah uses the airport to ship lightweight equipment and parts from Iran.
Security 2024-07-06
Iraq targets ISIS sleeper cells during intensive campaign
Iraqi forces killed 'scores' of ISIS elements during operations targeting the group's sleeper cells, safe houses and hideouts in several provinces.