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October 24, 2024 | Peter Doran |

North Korea’s troops reveal Putin’s Ukraine pickle — no more cannon fodder

The war for Ukraine is widening. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed Wednesday that North Korea is dispatching thousands of troops to Russia, marking a significant escalation in...

October 15, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

The Russia-Iran axis is transforming the nature of Middle East danger

Russia’s siding with Iran will make it harder for peace to be achieved in Lebanon, or for a ceasefire to be achieved on the multiple fronts that Israel is facing

October 14, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

What types of deadly drones is Hezbollah using against Israel?

As drone attacks become more deadly, it’s worth asking what is known about the types of drones that Hezbollah and Iranian proxies are using in their attacks.

October 4, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Recent IDF casualties show deadly drone threat from Iraq, Yemen is increasing

The Iranian-backed drone programs that proliferated in the Middle East in recent years have become increasingly deadly.

September 9, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Iran’s missile trade with Russia is about changing world order

The story of the transfer of Iranian missiles to Russia is not just about the missiles; it is about the larger symbol.

July 25, 2024 | Janatan Sayeh |

Iran reestablishes its presence in the Caucuses with Armenian arms deal

Iran and Armenia recently signed a $500 million arms deal, Iran International reported on July 24. The deal includes various military equipment Tehran will supply to Yerevan, including Shahed...

July 20, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

After surprise Tel Aviv attack, Houthi drone arsenal comes under spotlight

In-depth analysis of how Iranian-backed Houthis turned to drones in Yemen's civil war, creating a formidable, cost-effective aerial arsenal that gained them the upper hand in the region.

July 15, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Germany detains Hezbollah supporter acquiring drone engines

Reports indicate that the Lebanese individual was buying the UAV parts for future attacks on Israel.

July 9, 2024 | |

Iran Expands Ballistic Missile Facilities as NATO Meets in Washington

In another indication of Iran’s increasingly aggressive stance, Reuters reported on July 7 on satellite images showing that Tehran has expanded two facilities to increase the production...

June 4, 2024 | Ahmad Sharawi |

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq increases its drone attacks on Israel

Over the past month, there has been a surge in attacks from Iraq against Israel attributed to the Islamic Resistance. This group consists of several militias backed by Iran, active in both Syria...

June 1, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Why 2024 is the ‘year of the drone’ after Iran’s attack on Israel

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May 22, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Israel confronts continued Hezbollah drone threats

On the evening of May 22, a drone crashed near the community of Beit Hillel in northern Israel. It was one of a number of drone threats targeting the area in recent months and is part of a wider Hezbollah...

May 20, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

How Ebrahim Raisi transformed Iran’s role in the region

Regardless of what Western analysts think about Iran's international relations, Iran has secured close ties throughout the Middle East and Asia under President Raisi.

May 20, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Raisi set the Middle East aflame but his death will not put out the fire

With Raisi and Amir-Abdollahian gone, Iran will fall back on the IRGC which controls much of the country behind the scenes.

May 2, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

CNN got a look at Iran’s drones and missiles, what did it show?

The IRGC now claims its missiles are accurate to within 5 meters, which would be an extraordinary achievement if it were true.

April 26, 2024 | |

Russia and Iran Agree to Deepen Security Ties

Russia is ready to expand military and technical cooperation with Iran, the Russian state-owned media outlet RIA Novosti reported on April 26. Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu...

April 17, 2024 | Behnam Ben Taleblu |

The Despotic Duo

Russo-Iranian Cooperation and Threats to U.S. Interests

April 17, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Hezbollah’s drones and missiles may become increasingly effective

Hezbollah's new Burkan heavy warhead rockets show the terror group's arsenal is evolving.

April 15, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Twenty Years of Israel-U.S. Air Defense Investment Pays Off

Israel’s successful interception of Iran’s massive drone and missile attack underscores the success of military cooperation between Washington and Jerusalem.

April 15, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Iran’s Cheap ‘Kamikaze’ Drones Are Actually a Global Threat

The unprecedented attack on Israel was foiled by an international force, but Iran proved it can still cause chaos with these disposable flying weapons.