Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah gives a televised address, Lebanon

Who is Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah?

Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, the head of Hezbollah, a militant Shia Islamist organization in Lebanon, is recognized as one of the most prominent and influential leaders in the Middle East. Due to concerns over potential assassination attempts by Israel, Nasrallah has maintained a low public profile for several years. Recently, the Israeli military announced that they had killed Nasrallah in an airstrike in Beirut, although Hezbollah … Continue reading Who is Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah?

Smoke billows over southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes.

A brief overview of the historical context of Israel-Hezbollah hostilities

A significant increase in border hostilities between the Iran-supported Hezbollah group and Israel has sparked concerns over a potential new Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon. This development marks yet another chapter in the long-standing conflict along the Lebanese-Israeli border. Historical context includes: 1948 Lebanon joins other Arab nations in opposing the newly established state of Israel. Approximately 100,000 Palestinians, who either fled or were forced … Continue reading A brief overview of the historical context of Israel-Hezbollah hostilities

Russia's President Vladimir Putin visits a drone production facility of the the Special Technology Centre in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

A project to produce combat drones for Russia inside China revealed

Russia has initiated a weapons program in China aimed at the development and production of long-range attack drones intended for use in the conflict in Ukraine, as reported by two sources from a European intelligence agency. IEMZ Kupol, a subsidiary of the Russian state-owned defense firm Almaz-Antey, has successfully developed and conducted flight tests of a new drone model named Garpiya-3 (G3) in collaboration with … Continue reading A project to produce combat drones for Russia inside China revealed

Houthi-mobilized fighters ride atop a car in Sanaa, Yemen

Iran played a key role in facilitating discussions for the transfer of Russian missiles to the Houthis

Iran has facilitated ongoing clandestine negotiations between Russia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels regarding the potential transfer of anti-ship missiles to the militant group, according to three Western and regional sources. This development underscores the strengthening relationship between Tehran and Moscow. Seven sources indicated that Russia has not yet made a decision on whether to supply the Yakhont missiles, also referred to as P-800 Oniks. Experts … Continue reading Iran played a key role in facilitating discussions for the transfer of Russian missiles to the Houthis

Smoke billows over southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes.

Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Qubaisi killed in targeted airstrike

An Israeli airstrike in Beirut resulted in the death of Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Qubaisi, according to two security sources in Lebanon. Qubaisi was identified as a prominent figure within Hezbollah’s rocket division. On Tuesday, an Israeli airstrike specifically targeted Qubaisi in the southern suburbs of Beirut, leading to the deaths of six individuals, as reported by the security sources. This attack followed statements from Israel’s … Continue reading Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Qubaisi killed in targeted airstrike

Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, the head of the Revolutionary Guards' Quds Force

Iran aims to ease tensions in Iraq stemming from a spy controversy as regional conflicts intensify

Iran’s Quds Force commander recently urged Iraqi political leaders to temper their criticism of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, who is currently facing allegations of espionage, according to multiple sources. This request, made during Esmail Qaani’s visit to Baghdad, aims to stabilize a crucial regional ally amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Seven Iraqi sources, including members of political parties that met with the … Continue reading Iran aims to ease tensions in Iraq stemming from a spy controversy as regional conflicts intensify

Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Weeks after infiltrating Mali’s capital unnoticed, the jihadis launched their attack just before dawn prayers. They targeted an elite police training academy, resulting in the deaths of numerous students, and proceeded to storm Bamako’s airport, where they set the presidential jet ablaze. The assault on September 17 marked the most audacious attack in a Sahel capital since 2016, highlighting the capabilities of jihadist groups affiliated … Continue reading Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Smoke billows over southern Lebanon following Israeli strikes.

Israel targeted more than 300 Hezbollah positions, resulting in at least 180 fatalities

Israel conducted airstrikes on numerous Hezbollah positions on Monday, resulting in at least 180 fatalities, according to Lebanese health officials. This marks the deadliest day in Lebanon amid nearly a year of ongoing conflict. Following intense cross-border exchanges, Israel urged residents to evacuate areas identified as sites for Hezbollah’s weapon storage. With nearly a year of warfare against Hamas in Gaza, Israel is now redirecting … Continue reading Israel targeted more than 300 Hezbollah positions, resulting in at least 180 fatalities

After the attacks on Hezbollah, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards stopped using all types of communication devices

Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has instructed all personnel to refrain from using any communication devices following a series of deadly attacks last week that resulted in the explosion of thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies utilized by its Hezbollah allies in Lebanon, according to two senior Iranian security officials who spoke to Reuters. One official indicated that the IRGC is conducting a comprehensive operation … Continue reading After the attacks on Hezbollah, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards stopped using all types of communication devices

Ukraine’s air defense intercepted and destroyed 71 Russian drones

Ukraine’s air defense forces successfully intercepted 71 of the 80 attack drones launched by Russia overnight, according to a statement from Ukraine’s air force on Sunday. Additionally, six more Russian drones were neutralized through Ukraine’s electronic warfare capabilities, as reported on the Telegram messaging platform. The air force also noted that Russia fired two guided missiles from the occupied areas of Ukraine’s Luhansk region, although … Continue reading Ukraine’s air defense intercepted and destroyed 71 Russian drones