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  Security

  2021-08-23

  Kataib Hizbullah: a model of ideological extremism and Iranian terrorism

  Analysts describe Kataib Hizbullah as 'the most dangerous of Iran's proxies in Iraq', and say its weapons are killing the Iraqi people.

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  2021-08-23

  US, Gulf partners ramp up integration training amid growing regional threats

  US Central Command is continuing an ongoing series of integration missions through the summer of 2021.

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  2021-08-19

  Iran replaces stricken Red Sea spy ship with new focus on oil tankers

  The Behshad has been tasked with monitoring international oil tankers in the Red Sea and will continue with its predecessor Saviz's work of smuggling weapons to the Houthis.

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  2021-08-17

  Iran's continuing production of uranium metal alarms world powers

  The US says Iran 'has no credible need to produce uranium metal' following a new report by the International Atomic Energy Agency that showed increased production.

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  2021-08-16

  US government sanctions global oil broker network supporting IRGC

  The US government has designated members of a global oil smuggling network that has been aiding Iran circumvent sanctions on oil exports.

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  2021-08-11

  Vertical landing F-35Bs enable new 'lightning carrier' concept

  The stealth fighters have the ability to deploy from the amphibious carriers, destroy enemy defences and collect information all while reducing risk for larger carriers.

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  2021-08-10

  Houthi mines, supplied by Iran, threaten international navigation in Red Sea

  Joint forces dismantled two networks of naval mines placed by the Houthis in the Red Sea to target shipping vessels and impact the global economy.

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  2021-08-09

  Doubts undermine Kremlin's boasts of cheap fighter jets and 'invincible' weapons

  Cheapness and 'invincibility' do not normally go hand in hand, but the Kremlin is trying to sell its weapons as both deadly and inexpensive. A look at the track record proves buyers beware.

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  2021-08-05

  Iran accused of tanker hijacking attempt as Gulf tensions rise

  The United States said it suspects Iranian involvement in the alleged hijacking of the Asphalt Princess in the Gulf of Oman, days after a deadly vessel attack it blamed on Tehran.

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  2021-08-02

  Iraqis blame Iran-aligned militias for erosion of public services

  While Iraq is in the midst of an electricity crisis, pro-Iran groups are enriching themselves by pilfering public resources and funds, engaging in graft and threatening the Iraqi government.