Middle East


Iranian regime likely to rebuild military with funds released by MoU, ISW assesses

A symbolic mockup of an Iranian missile is displayed, amid a ceasefire between U.S. and Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 27, 2026.

How Houthis militarized Ibb province in Yemen into their armed camp - analysis

HOUTHI TERRORISTS carry weapons as they stand near the site of Israeli airstrikes in Sanaa, Yemen, in September. Iran has reportedly lost control of the Houthis, the writer notes.

Iranian tankers recently sailed through Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade

A tugboat moves cargo towards the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam province, Oman, July 20, 2018