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.

What the islands dispute with UAE means for Sino-Iranian relations

Security 2024-06-18

What the islands dispute with UAE means for Sino-Iranian relations

China is supporting the UAE in its dispute with Iran over three Gulf islands to enhance its economic clout with Arab states, analysts say.

Anger in Baghdad at Iran-linked attacks on KFC, US brands

Security 2024-06-17

Anger in Baghdad at Iran-linked attacks on KFC, US brands

Perpetrators linked to Iran-backed militia Kataib Hizbullah put Iraqi lives and the country's reputation at risk, Baghdad residents say.

South Lebanon children caught in crosshairs of Hizbullah's escalation

Security 2024-06-17

South Lebanon children caught in crosshairs of Hizbullah's escalation

Children have missed school, sustained injuries or even lost their lives because of Hizbullah's involvement in the Israel-Hamas war.

US provides cutting-edge training, technology to Saudi Arabia

Security 2024-06-17

US provides cutting-edge training, technology to Saudi Arabia

Riyadh's long-time reliance on the exchange of technology and knowledge with the United States has enhanced its defenses and enabled it to preserve the security of the Gulf region.

IRGC military equipment enters Syria via Iraqi crossing

Security 2024-06-15

IRGC military equipment enters Syria via Iraqi crossing

Arms shipments arrive in Syria from Iran via Iraq through two main crossings: al-Qaim-Albu Kamal, and Sikak, an illegal military crossing.

Iran's proxies increase presence along Jordan border

Security 2024-06-01

Iran's proxies increase presence along Jordan border

Iran's plans to destabilize Jordan have so far failed, due to continued efforts by the Jordanian security forces to counteract them.

US keeps up pressure on Houthis, thwarts Red Sea attacks

Security 2024-05-31

US keeps up pressure on Houthis, thwarts Red Sea attacks

US and allied forces have intercepted missiles and drones launched toward ships and carried out strikes to degrade the Houthis' capabilities.

SDF nab senior ISIS commander in al-Raqa as part of ongoing crackdown

Security 2024-05-30

SDF nab senior ISIS commander in al-Raqa as part of ongoing crackdown

The Syrian Democratic Forces are continuing to pursue ISIS elements and cells in eastern Syria, with 'direct and total' international coalition support.

IRGC-linked thugs turn Iraq-Syria border into criminal hotbed

Security 2024-05-20

IRGC-linked thugs turn Iraq-Syria border into criminal hotbed

Shady armed groups linked to Iran have been running cross-border arms and drug smuggling operations, menacing those who get in their way.