The United States is accelerating the deployment of military assets across Israel and the Middle East, including the arrival of 14 refueling aircraft over the weekend and the relocation of F-35 and F-15 fighter jets. According to security officials, this buildup is intended to tighten coordination between the U.S. and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) … Read more
US Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that no US service members were killed or injured following reports of strikes on a military base in Kuwait. While IRGC-affiliated media outlets provided conflicting accounts—citing either ballistic missiles or drone strikes—CENTCOM stated that all personnel are accounted for, directly refuting claims of casualties made by Iranian state-linked sources. … Read more
The United States military launched a renewed wave of airstrikes against Iranian targets following a surge in hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), these operations—which began at 2100 GMT on Sunday—followed a series of approximately 140 strikes the previous night. The escalation, which involves attacks on Iranian islands and … Read more
Joint Contingency Planning Intensifies The Israel Defense Forces are actively syncing with the U.S. military on a series of contingency plans. According to a senior security official on Sunday, these preparations include a scenario where the U.S. escalates its response to Iranian aggression, with Israel participating in the strikes. The IDF remains on high alert … Read more
The Strait of Hormuz: Why the New “Shadow War” at Sea Matters The geopolitical landscape in the Middle East has shifted from localized skirmishes to a high-stakes maritime confrontation. As the United States intensifies its blockade of Iranian ports and Tehran retaliates with missile and drone strikes against regional targets, we are witnessing the emergence … Read more
The Doctrine of “Armed Conflict” at Sea: A Paradigm Shift For decades, the fight against international drug trafficking was treated primarily as a law enforcement challenge. It was about boarding vessels, seizing cargo, and making arrests. However, we are witnessing a fundamental shift in how the United States approaches the maritime drug trade. The recent … Read more
By Samantha Carter, Chief Editor As of late May 2026, the Middle East remains in a state of heightened volatility, marked by intense military operations in Lebanon and Gaza, alongside a diplomatic standoff between Washington and Tehran. Escalating Conflict in Lebanon and Gaza The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have intensified their operations against Hezbollah in … Read more