US counterterrorism assistance to Egypt continues to deliver results

Security 2024-07-03

US counterterrorism assistance to Egypt continues to deliver results

Egyptian counterterrorism efforts contribute to the security of the Middle East and North Africa and to overall global security, experts say.

Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

Security 2024-07-02

Russia-Iran 'marriage of convenience' on shaky ground

Moscow and Tehran's interdependent relationship is driven by necessity rather than a genuine alignment of interests, analysts say.

Canada's designation of IRGC as terrorist group builds pressure on regime

Security 2024-07-01

Canada's designation of IRGC as terrorist group builds pressure on regime

Already the United States, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have listed the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

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.

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.

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.

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.