Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) is funding its drive for a “caliphate” through several illicit avenues and, unlike other terrorist organizations, does not rely primarily on foreign (more…)
A nation steeped in chaos and a world focused on Syria and Iraq have enabled Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) to solidify its stronghold in Libya. (FULL (more…)
Russia deployed its advanced S-400 anti-air missile systems to Syria on Nov. 25, the day after a Turkish jet shot down a Russian Su-24. (FULL STORY) (more…)
The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), said the technology used by Telegram is quickly gaining popularity among terrorist groups. (FULL STORY) (more…)
By Jack Caravelli While Russia and Iran have maintained a strong military and political alliance in support of Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, signs are emerging of different long-term (more…)
By Jack Caravelli Weeks after a summit visit to the United States which yielded limited progress in the bilateral relationship, Chinese President Xi Jinping is receiving lavish attention during (more…)
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are looking to acquire the Israeli-developed Iron Dome anti-missile system. The GCC states are reportedly in negotiations to acquire the Iron Dome in response (more…)
Television footage of a deep underground tunnel packed with Iranian missiles and launcher units was broadcast one day after Teheran’s parliament approved the nuclear deal with world powers. (FULL (more…)