Defense & Security

Iraqi analysts accuse US of seeking to disarm resistance groups

Iraqi figures alleged US pressure to disarm resistance groups and advocated government regulation of their weapons instead of confiscation.

Yemeni official: Saudi Arabia seeking information on pilots of downed F-15

A Yemeni official claims Saudi Arabia is using an intermediary to seek information about pilots allegedly aboard an F-15 that Yemen says it downed over Marib.

Iraq lifts flight restrictions over western regions

Iran’s Armed Forces Parade Won’t Be Held This Year

IRNA report discusses attack on Tehran metro system

An IRNA report examines an attack on Tehran’s metro system and the response responsibilities of station managers.

Israeli drone strikes reported in Gaza

IRNA reported Israeli drone strikes in Gaza that allegedly killed one Palestinian and wounded several others, along with raids and arrests in Jenin and Ramallah.

Iranian report discusses attack on Tehran metro stations

An IRNA report discusses an alleged attack on Tehran metro stations and emergency response responsibilities.

U.S. approves proposed $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

The United States has approved a proposed $24.3 billion arms package for Saudi Arabia that includes 48 F-35 fighter jets.

Security incident reported in Strait of Hormuz

UKMTO reported a security incident near Khasab, Oman, saying the crew is safe and no environmental impact has been reported.

GCC chief condemns reported drone attack on Saudi Arabia

The GCC secretary-general condemned the reported attack, while Saudi authorities reported one death and two injuries in Taif.

Explosion Sound Reported Near Erbil in Northern Iraq

Serbia opens Israeli-designed drone assembly plant

Serbia’s president announced the opening of an Israeli-designed drone assembly plant, but journalists were not given access to verify the facility.

Report: U.S. convoy reportedly moves heavy military equipment from Iraq toward Jordan

A reported U.S. military convoy carrying heavy equipment and armored vehicles was seen moving from western Iraq toward Jordan.

Jordan and France sign military cooperation agreement

Jordan and France signed a military cooperation agreement, but its provisions have not been disclosed.

South Korean president rules out Hormuz deployment involving war

South Korea’s president ruled out any Hormuz deployment that would involve participation in or intervention in a war, while leaving open limited measures to protect shipping and citizens.

CBS: Iran downed at least two U.S. MQ-1 drones

CBS News reported, citing U.S. officials, that Iran had downed at least two U.S. MQ-1 drones; the models and locations were not specified.

Iranian report says Ansarullah-aligned forces seize mountains overlooking Bab el-Mandeb

Israeli artillery reportedly strikes areas near Damascus and in southern Syria

Reports said Israeli artillery struck locations in Quneitra and near Damascus, with no casualties reported, while a shepherd was detained in western Daraa.