Syria, there are anomalous movements among the leaders of pro-Iran militias
An important meeting between the IRGC, Hezbollah and allied groups is suspected to be planned. Usually, in fact, the commanders move with caution and isolated.
United States-Iran, tankers are once again protagonists of the war at sea
USA seize the Suez Rajan and Tehran responds by assaulting the Advantage Sweet. In the conflict there are also weapons for Houthis. The sea is fundamental for the Islamic Republic.
Syria, sudden build up of pro-Iran militias in Abu Kamal
IRGC and other groups send men and equipment to the eastern city of Deir Ezzor. Is there an imminent visit from Tehran or an arms transfer planned?
Syria, escalation of Israeli raids against pro-Iran militias
The targets are above all Hezbollah and the IRGC from Homs to Damascus. It is the response to the increased activity of groups close to Tehran.
Syria, Iran’s interest in Deir Ezzor is growing
Visit by a senior IRGC official and a delegation with Hezbollah. Objectives: to increase influence and protect weapons depots.
Syria, Iran seeks to extend its influence in Hasaka
A recruitment center, aimed primarily at young people, opened in the city. Tehran is trying to adopt the same tactic in Kurdistan used in Deir Ezzor to hide weapons depots.
Syria, pro-Iran militias move away from the SDF at Deir Ezzor
IRGC and Hezbollah leave positions to local groups. Objective: to reduce the risk of espionage and attacks by Israel and the USA for supporting Russia in Ukraine.
Syria, pro-Iran militias go to train in Tehran
Meanwhile, Hezbollah replaces the leaders with trusted men from Lebanon. Objective: a directly controlled private army.
Syria, pro-Iran militias in Deir Ezzor adopt a new strategy
Hezbollah and the IRGC train local tribal leaders and enroll young men. Objectives: improve protections from pro-ISIS militiamen and attack the Inherent Resolve bases from the SDF territories.
US-Iran war at sea on illegal arms supplies to the Houthis intensifies
New seizure of weapons for Yemen: over 2,000 Kalashnikovs aboard a dhow, stranded in the Gulf of Oman. Escalation of operations and IRGC disruptive actions.