Iraqi analysts accuse Washington of seeking to disarm resistance groups
Iraqi figures alleged that Washington is seeking to disarm resistance groups and urged the Iraqi government to regulate their weapons instead of confiscating them.
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Yemeni official says Saudi Arabia lacks information on downed F-15 pilots
A Yemeni official claimed Saudi Arabia is using an intermediary to seek information about pilots from an F-15 that Yemen said it downed over Marib. The claims were reported by IRNA and have not been independently verified.
Read storyIraq lifts flight restrictions over western regions
Iraq has opened western airspace to civilian flights after restrictions imposed during operations against Islamic State were lifted, according to the Transport Ministry.
Read storyIranian Armed Forces parade canceled this year, official says
An Iranian official said this year’s Armed Forces parade will not take place because of wartime conditions. He was discussing plans for the 46th anniversary of Sacred Defense Week.
Read storyIRNA report examines response to Tehran metro attack
An IRNA report discusses emergency decision-making and passenger safety in connection with an attack on Tehran’s metro system.
Read storyReports: Israeli drones strike areas in Gaza
According to IRNA, Israeli drone strikes hit parts of Gaza, reportedly killing one Palestinian and injuring several others. The report also said raids and arrests took place in Jenin and Ramallah.
Read storyReport examines crisis decisions during Tehran metro attack
An IRNA feature discusses emergency decision-making and the protection of passengers and staff during an alleged attack on Tehran’s metro system.
Read storyU.S. approves $24.3 billion sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia
The United States has approved a reported $24.3 billion arms sale to Saudi Arabia, including 48 F-35 fighter jets and related equipment.
Read storySecurity incident reported in Strait of Hormuz
UKMTO reported a security incident near Khasab, Oman, with crew safe and no environmental impact reported. Authorities are investigating.
Read storyGulf Cooperation Council chief condemns reported drone attack in Saudi Arabia
The GCC secretary-general condemned a reported drone attack on Taif and expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia. Saudi authorities reported one death and two injuries from falling debris after the drone was intercepted.
Read storyExplosion Reported Near Erbil in Northern Iraq
A loud explosion was reportedly heard near Erbil, but its cause and any casualties or damage have not been confirmed.
Read storySerbia Opens Assembly Plant for Israeli-Designed Drones
Serbia says it has opened a plant to assemble Israeli-designed drones, with plans for additional facilities, according to a report citing President Aleksandar Vučić.
Read storyReports Say U.S. Convoy Is Moving Military Equipment From Iraq Toward Jordan
IRNA, citing Al Mayadeen, reported that a U.S. convoy carrying heavy military equipment was moving from western Iraq toward Jordan.
Read storyJordan and France sign military cooperation agreement
Jordan and France signed a military cooperation agreement, but its provisions have not been made public.
Read storySouth Korean president rules out military deployment to Strait of Hormuz war
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung ruled out deployments that would involve participation in or intervention in a war in the Strait of Hormuz, while supporting limited measures to protect shipping and South Korean citizens.
Read storyCBS: Iran shot down at least two U.S. MQ-1 drones
CBS News, citing U.S. officials, reported that Iran recently shot down at least two U.S. MQ-1 drones, but the models and locations remain unspecified.
Read storyYemen’s Houthi-aligned forces claim control of mountains overlooking Bab al-Mandab
A report cited by Iran’s IRNA says Houthi-aligned forces seized the Al-Aghbara mountains in Lahij province after Saudi-backed forces withdrew. The reported advance could strengthen their position near Bab al-Mandab, but the claims are unverified.
Read storyIsraeli forces reported to shell areas near Damascus and in southern Syria
SANA reported Israeli artillery strikes near Quneitra and Damascus, with no casualties reported in Hamidiya, and said Israeli troops detained a shepherd near Daraa.
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