Middle East

Captagon is a deadly drug, a weapon of war and a currency of corruption.

Israel’s bold move into Syria is a calculated gamble to neutralize threats and secure its borders, but it risks igniting a powder keg of regional instability.

Assad’s downfall represents a seismic shift in the Middle East, but the rapid rise of HTS as Syria’s dominant force casts a shadow of uncertainty over the region’s fragile future.

President-elect Donald Trump’s fiery ultimatum to Hamas signals a return to his trademark bold diplomacy, leaving the world wondering if it’s a game-changing move or a high-stakes gamble with Middle Eastern stability.

The fall of Aleppo to rebel forces reignites Syria’s civil war, thrusting U.S. troops into a precarious position amidst escalating chaos and shifting alliances.

Hezbollah’s shift to being Iran and Syria’s mercenary eroded its support among Arabs, leaving it vulnerable in its conflict with Israel.

The halting of UN aid deliveries to Gaza highlights the grim reality of a humanitarian crisis worsened by looting, political impasse, and the relentless toll of ongoing conflict.

US Navy’s laser tech is redefining sea battles—limitless magazine, pinpoint precision, and stealthy strikes against swarming drone threats.

The USS Indianapolis proves critics wrong, showing the Navy’s LCS can deliver tactical and diplomatic wins in contested Middle East waters.

With a tense truce in place, the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah offers a brief respite, but the region’s deep-seated animosities and unresolved disputes ensure the road to lasting peace remains perilously uncertain.

Fighter jets, Aegis radars, and Sidewinders: how the Navy tackled Red Sea drone threats with speed, precision, and teamwork.

Red Sea combat sharpens US Navy tactics, driving multi-domain coordination, faster decision-making, and next-gen warfare innovation.