ISIL loses ground in the Middle East but expands reach elsewhere
By Jack Caravelli The Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) has not scored a decisive military victory in the Middle East in over a year. But now, the (more…)
Gulf-backed Yemeni forces seize city from Al Qaida
Yemeni forces, backed by air support from the Saudi-led coalition, recaptured a southern city that had been held by Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) since last summer. (more…)
Rome authorities stressed by Libyan ‘boat people’, terror threat
By Jack Caravelli ROME — Spring for many is a time of renewal, especially in Rome where throngs of tourists visit iconic sites, and the faithful flock to the (more…)
Mideast military spending rises despite oil decline
The sharp drop in crude oil revenues has not slowed defense spending for several Middle East states. (FULL STORY) (more…)
The second nuclear age: Brussels and the expanding terror threat
By Jack Caravelli The attacks in Brussels are another reminder that while some progress has been made in taking territory in Iraq and Syria from ISIL, the terrorist threat (more…)
Evidence lacking that Putin is actually withdrawing from Syria
Russia continues to maintain a large presence in Syria despite President Vladimir Putin’s pledge that Moscow’s “task” was “achieved” and its forces would be withdrawn. (FULL STORY) (more…)
Brussels post-mortem: NATO’s HQ is hotbed of Islamic radicalism
By Jack Caravelli The successful March 22 terrorist attacks on the Brussels airport and a city subway station add to Europe’s growing list of cities — including Paris, London (more…)
Obama shatters another precedent, publicly criticizes the Saudis
By Jack Caravelli President Barack Obama has triggered another furious reaction from a Middle East ally with recent comments he made about Saudi Arabia. (FULL STORY) (more…)
Lawsuit over 9/11 attacks alleges role by Iran and Hizbullah
A lawsuit filed by the family of a victim of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks in New York alleges that Iran and Hizbullah were complicit in the attacks. (more…)