Al-Qaeda Is Still in Afghanistan: Denial Hurts US Credibility
America’s allies will think twice about trusting it in the future as US credibility suffers another blow.
Islamic State
Dozens of Civilians and Troops Die in the Latest Terrorist Attacks to Hit the Sahel
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the latest terrorist attacks in the Sahel, although they bear the markings of the Islamic State.
Character and Ethics Identified as Navy SEAL Problem Areas by Chief of Naval Operations
In response to the identified problems, the Naval Special Warfare Command is now placing more emphasis on Navy SEAL ethics and character.
Global Terrorism Grows as US Transitions to Near-peer Competition
Global terrorism continues to attract new recruits in its fight against the “Great Satan.” The U.S. must not become complacent.
US Could Shift From a Combat to an Advisory Role in Iraq
“Iraqis are now ready to stand up on their feet and protect themselves. We are no longer in need of US combat troops,” the PM of Iraq said.
US Drone Strike in Syria Targets Iranian Proxy Militia
The U.S. drone strike comes amid a period of heightened tension between the U.S. and Iranian-backed militia in Syria and Iraq.
George Bush Disagrees With Afghanistan Withdrawal
“They’re just going to be left behind to be slaughtered by these very brutal people, and it breaks my heart,” Bush said.
Iranian Commander’s Visit to Iraq Reveals Rifts in the Iranian Government
Iran has been giving conflicting instructions to its Iraqi proxy militias. This could drive the militias further away from Tehran.
As Terrorist Threats Change, France Adjusts its Approach in the Sahel
France will remain invested in the Sahel but has to respond to the changing geographical nature of terrorism in Africa.
US Troops Exchange Fire With Iranian Proxies as Iran Deal Seems Less Likely
“U.S. Forces in Syria, while under multiple rocket attack, acted in self-defense and conducted counter-battery artillery fire,” the U.S. said.
US Air Force Strikes Back Against Iranian Proxy Militias
After three months of drone strikes againsta U.S. interests, the Air Force strikes back at Iranian proxy militias.
The Ba’ath Party, Saddam Hussein’s Vehicle to Power
Saddam Hussein deftly maneuvered through the Ba’ath party’s ranks to become president of Iraq and usher in his a brutal dictartorship.
