Hizbullah chief meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad officials, agrees to 'keep coordinating'

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Hizbullah chief meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad officials, agrees to 'keep coordinating'

The three groups are part of the so-called 'axis of resistance' -- Palestinian, Lebanese, Syrian, Iraqi and other Iran-backed armed groups.

Iran-aligned militias build out tunnel network on Iraq-Syria border

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Iran-aligned militias build out tunnel network on Iraq-Syria border

Cross-border tunnels carved out by ISIS have been taken over and extended by militias aligned with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Eyes on Lebanon border as nations warn against widening Israel-Hamas war

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Eyes on Lebanon border as nations warn against widening Israel-Hamas war

World leaders seek to contain Israel-Hamas war and avoid opening a second front with Hizbullah on Israel's northern border with Lebanon.

Hamas attack on Israel deemed a fatal miscalculation by analysts

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Hamas attack on Israel deemed a fatal miscalculation by analysts

The powerlessness of Hamas when confronted with the deteriorating living conditions in Gaza is one reason why it launched its brutal offensive against Israel. But it may prove a fatal mistake.

Fears mount in Lebanon over repercussions of Hamas attack on Israel

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Fears mount in Lebanon over repercussions of Hamas attack on Israel

Many Lebanese fear that Hizbullah's actions along the country's southern border with Israel could drag Lebanon into a devastating war.

Did Iran play a role in the Hamas assault on Israel?

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Did Iran play a role in the Hamas assault on Israel?

Evidence suggests Iran knew in advance that Hamas was planning to strike Israel, while there is no doubt Tehran has provided funding, training and support for the militant group for years.

New security agency in Iraq to combat drug trafficking

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New security agency in Iraq to combat drug trafficking

Regional drug trade has exploded since the war in Syria started in 2011 -- a war that has been fueled by Tehran's staunch support for the Assad regime.

Houthis' military parade dims optimism in Yemen after Saudi talks

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Houthis' military parade dims optimism in Yemen after Saudi talks

The Iran-backed group's show of force in Sanaa has raised doubts about the Houthis' intentions following recently concluded talks in Riyadh.

Iran-Russia drone technology sharing has troubling implications for Syria

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Iran-Russia drone technology sharing has troubling implications for Syria

Russia, which has set up a facility for Iranian drone assembly, may seek to modify Iranian drones for use in Syria and Ukraine, US official warns.

Civilians hurt, shops damaged as Iran projectile falls in botched military test

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Civilians hurt, shops damaged as Iran projectile falls in botched military test

A projectile hit a main street in the city of Gorgan during military tests for drone and attack systems, injuring two and damaging shops.