Disillusioned extremists turn tables after discovering they were expendable

Security 2025-06-27

Disillusioned extremists turn tables after discovering they were expendable

After realizing that ISIS had used them and abandoned them, former fighters are sharing valuable insider intelligence with authorities.

US strike kills Syria-based extremist involved in planning external operations

Security 2025-06-26

US strike kills Syria-based extremist involved in planning external operations

The Syria-based ISIS official was involved in planning external operations threatening US citizens, partners and civilians, US military says.

Shadowy group claims Damascus church attack that clerics denounce as un-Islamic

Security 2025-06-25

Shadowy group claims Damascus church attack that clerics denounce as un-Islamic

Muslim clerics have denounced the attack on Mar Elias church that killed 25 people and wounded dozens as going against the essence of Islam.

Hizbullah intimidates opponents as grip on community weakens

Security 2025-06-25

Hizbullah intimidates opponents as grip on community weakens

A daylight assault on moderate cleric signals the Iran-backed party's escalating suppression of independent voices challenging its authority.

Iran backed Hizbullah weakened as Lebanon enters new era

Security 2025-06-22

Iran backed Hizbullah weakened as Lebanon enters new era

Bold banners in Tyre signal discontent within the party's traditional stronghold as President Joseph Aoun moves to restore state authority.

Lebanon dismantles Hizbullah smuggling network at Beirut airport

Security 2025-06-20

Lebanon dismantles Hizbullah smuggling network at Beirut airport

Lebanese authorities strengthen security controls and dismiss dozens of employees in major push to end party's influence at airport.

Lebanese military dismantle Captagon factories on Syria border

Security 2025-06-18

Lebanese military dismantle Captagon factories on Syria border

The army is regaining control over border areas and illegal crossings, dismantling drug trafficking networks and production facilities.

Lebanese government warns Hamas not to launch attacks from its territory

Security 2025-06-18

Lebanese government warns Hamas not to launch attacks from its territory

Lebanese army intensifies efforts to dismantle unauthorized military infrastructure as Hamas activity threatens national security.

Pakistani national extradited to US for trial over New York mass shooting plot

Security 2025-06-18

Pakistani national extradited to US for trial over New York mass shooting plot

FBI investigation uncovered plans for an ISIS-inspired mass shooting coinciding with the anniversary of Hamas's October 7 attacks.

US offers $10 million reward for information on extremist group's senior financier

Security 2025-06-17

US offers $10 million reward for information on extremist group's senior financier

The move signals nowhere is safe for ISIS financiers as international pressure intensifies on the group's secret networks.