Security 2024-07-22
China's arms exports decline amid quality problems
The reputation of Chinese equipment has suffered in recent years following numerous documented equipment failures and malfunctions.
Security 2024-07-19
With partner nations, anti-ISIS coalition wards off extremist resurgence
Members of the US-led coalition have contributed more than $20 billion to stabilization assistance, de-mining capabilities, economic support and humanitarian aid in Iraq and Syria since 2014.
Security 2024-07-19
Weapons smuggled to Houthis show stark similarities with Iranian missile systems
By arming the Houthis, Iran's IRGC is taking resources away from the Iranian people, fueling Yemen's humanitarian crisis and fomenting regional insecurity.
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
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 2024-07-17
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 2024-07-15
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.