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USS Harry S. Truman Repositions to Counter Houthi Terror Threats in Red Sea

The USS Harry S. Truman has moved farther from Yemen amid escalating Houthi threats, reflecting a shift in U.S. naval operations as Iranian-backed attacks destabilize Red Sea maritime security.

Iran Threatens Israel and U.S. as Regional Conflict Escalates

Amid heightened regional tensions and mutual threats, Iran has publicly warned Israel and the United States against further actions as both sides bolster defenses and prepare for potential escalation.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Lebanese Army Dismantles Major Captagon Lab, Exposing Terror Funding

The Lebanese Armed Forces dismantled a Captagon drug lab near the Syrian border, exposing illicit production networks fueling regional instability and terror finance in the Middle East.

Lebanon

War

Israel’s Fight for Survival: Defending Against Iranian-Backed Terror After October 7th Atrocities

Israel pursues a sustained military campaign against Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists following the October 7th massacre, aiming to secure its population while navigating shifting regional dynamics and an ongoing hostage crisis.

Israel

War

Fighting in Sweida Highlights Terror Threats and Security Risks Near Israel

Repeated clashes erupted overnight in the Druze city of Sweida, highlighting the persistent instability, militia violence, and humanitarian concerns in southern Syria as chaos undermines state control.

Syria

War

Israel Launches Operation Iron Swords Against Hamas Terror After October 7 Massacre

Israel’s ongoing military campaign against Iranian-backed terror groups follows the October 7 Hamas massacre. This report examines Israel’s defensive response, regional threats, and the broader implications for the Middle East.

Israel

War

Israel’s Unyielding Fight for Survival Against Iranian Terrorism

Israel faces sustained aggression from Iranian-backed terror organizations, defending its citizens and democracy amid ongoing conflict and global scrutiny following brutal attacks and an enduring hostage crisis.

Israel

Politics

Iranian State Media Prioritizes Gaza Conflict Over Domestic Crisis in Bandar Abbas

As disaster strikes Bandar Abbas, Iranian state media diverts attention to Gaza, football, and international negotiations, reflecting the regime’s ongoing manipulation of public narrative and external priorities.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

U.S. Intensifies Strikes on Houthi Terror Targets as Israel Demands Action Against Iranian Aggression

U.S. forces continue frequent strikes on Houthi terror assets in Yemen following an attempted attack near Tel Aviv, highlighting the mounting threat from Iran-backed proxies across the Middle East.

Yemen

War

Israel Defends Itself Against Iranian-Backed Terrorist Attacks on Multiple Fronts

Israel is engaged in an extended war of self-defense on multiple fronts after the October 7 Hamas massacre, confronting Iranian-backed terror groups and safeguarding its population amid complex regional threats.

Israel

War

Israel Strengthens Civil Defense with Warning System Tests Amid Iranian Terror Threats

Israel conducted Home Front Command siren system tests in three northern communities to ensure readiness amid continued threats from Iranian-backed terror groups targeting border regions. Residents were urged to follow safety protocols.

Israel

War

Houthi Terrorists Escalate Attacks on Israel, Reflecting Iran’s Proxy War

Houthi militants in Yemen have intensified their missile attacks and threats against Israel, playing a larger role in Iran’s regional war and raising concerns over maritime and regional security.

Yemen

War

Iran’s Major Motorcycle Factory Fire Disrupts IRGC’s Terror Supply Chain

A fire has struck Iran’s primary motorcycle factory supplying the IRGC, triggering disruption to its logistics and raising questions about Iran’s military procurement amid ongoing regional tensions.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Israel Launches Operation Iron Swords to Defend Against Hamas Terror

Israel has launched a comprehensive military campaign against Hamas after the October 7th massacre. Backed by the US, Israel targets Iranian-backed terror networks as rocket attacks and hostage crisis continue.

Israel

War

Houthi Terrorists Intensify Threats Against Israel Amid Iranian Aggression

Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen have escalated their threats against Israel, heightening regional instability and highlighting Yemen’s critical role in Iran’s strategy against Israel and Western interests.

Yemen

War

U.S. Struggles Against Iranian-Backed Houthis Threaten Israeli Security

Despite weeks of U.S.-led strikes, the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen continue to threaten regional security, challenging Western deterrence and intensifying Israeli concerns of a multi-front war.

Yemen

War

Houthis Threaten Global Flights to Israel, Escalating Iran’s Proxy War

Yemen’s Houthi forces warned international airlines against flying to Israel, threatening attacks on airports including Ben-Gurion as part of Iran’s ongoing proxy war against the Jewish state.

Yemen

War

Iran Threatens Retaliation Against Israel: A Sign of Terrorist Aggression

Iran’s defense ministry has declared it will respond forcefully to any Israeli attack, highlighting its advanced missile capabilities and contributing to heightened tensions between Israel, Iran, and their regional allies.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

IDF Reviews Houthi Missile Threat Near Ben Gurion Airport; Air Defense Effective

An IDF probe found a technical interceptor fault caused a Houthi missile to land near Ben Gurion Airport, underscoring Israel’s ongoing high-performance in protecting its airspace against Iranian-backed attacks.

Israel

Culture

Iran’s State-Sponsored Antisemitism: Children’s Game Targets Israeli Flag

A children’s dartboard featuring the Israeli flag as a target was found in Iran’s city of Qom, highlighting ongoing state-sponsored antisemitism and its deep entrenchment in daily life and culture.

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