- — Analysis: Naim Qassem delivers defiant speech to mark anniversary of Mahdi Schools
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at 2/6/26 1:15pmNaim Qassem marked the 33rd anniversary of the Mahdi Schools System with a defiant speech that said Iran was divinely promised a momentous victory over the United States and Israel. He also stressed that Hezbollah would not disarm, and its patient path of choosing even death over surrender would guarantee Lebanon's eventual victory over Israel. The post Analysis: Naim Qassem delivers defiant speech to mark anniversary of Mahdi Schools appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.- — After Damascus-SDF deal, Syrian security forces deploy in northeastern Syria
- at 2/4/26 2:19pmSyrian government forces deployed into Al Hasakah and Qamishli in eastern Syria in early February under a January 30 agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). The deal is aimed at ending clashes and restoring central authority in mainly Kurdish areas that the SDF still controls. The government deployment coincided with reports of continued US transfers of Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq and US strikes on Islamic State targets. The post After Damascus-SDF deal, Syrian security forces deploy in northeastern Syria appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Iranian regime escalates hostilities with US, hardens negotiating position
- at 2/4/26 1:18pmIran has ramped up military provocations against US forces as nuclear negotiations loom, with regime officials sending mixed signals on uranium enrichment while refusing to discuss missile programs or terror proxies. Internal regime sources reveal the leadership's growing fear that a US strike could trigger mass uprisings. Despite killing over 36,000 protesters, according to some estimates, scattered demonstrations continue across Iran, with one official saying that "the wall of fear has collapsed." The post Iranian regime escalates hostilities with US, hardens negotiating position appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Hamas injures IDF soldier, Palestinian terrorists violate Gaza ceasefire 10 times between January 22 and February 4
- at 2/4/26 11:51amThe US-brokered truce in Gaza is still holding but faces challenges as Hamas and other Palestinian terrorists continue to violate the terms almost daily, and the IDF responds with airstrikes. Despite the Rafah Crossing opening to pedestrian traffic, challenges are emerging surrounding procuring reconstruction funding, part of US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza. The post Hamas injures IDF soldier, Palestinian terrorists violate Gaza ceasefire 10 times between January 22 and February 4 appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Generation Jihad | Big Yikes in Syria, Part XXXVII
- at 2/4/26 6:23amIn Part 37 of Big Yikes in Syria, Bill Roggio and Ahmad Sharawi unpack yet another round of bad alliances and strategic failure in the war-torn country. The post Generation Jihad | Big Yikes in Syria, Part XXXVII appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Israeli operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah: January 26–February 1, 2026
- at 2/3/26 2:03pmIsrael continued military operations in Lebanon between January 26 and February 1, 2026. Israeli activities were concentrated in south Lebanon and continued to target Hezbollah assets and personnel, despite the Lebanese Armed Forces claiming to have taken operational control of the South Litani Area earlier this month. The post Israeli operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah: January 26–February 1, 2026 appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Rafah crossing opens days after IDF says Hamas violated ceasefire, conducts strikes
- at 2/2/26 3:22pmThe Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened on February 2 for limited pedestrian traffic, marking a key step in the US-backed ceasefire plan that began in October. The move followed significant Israeli airstrikes after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that terrorists had emerged from a tunnel in Rafah, violating the ceasefire. The IDF continued operations in Gaza, reporting additional clashes with suspected terrorists and the discovery of weapons and tunnels near Khan Younis along the Yellow Line. The post Rafah crossing opens days after IDF says Hamas violated ceasefire, conducts strikes appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Islamic State video details extent of attack in Niamey
- at 2/2/26 7:52amA new video released by the Islamic State details the jihadist group’s brazen attack on Niger’s international airport and military airbase in the capital of Niamey. The footage undercuts statements made by Nigerien officials, indicating the attack was much worse than initially reported. The post Islamic State video details extent of attack in Niamey appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Popular Forces Gaza militia captures senior Hamas member
- at 2/1/26 2:44pmThe Popular Forces captured Adham al Akar, a Hamas company commander in Rafah, and transferred him to Israeli custody. Akar’s capture underscores the growing role of local anti-Hamas militias in conducting offensive operations against the Islamist organization. However, with the ceasefire framework expected to bring further Israeli military withdrawals from Gaza, these groups may face mounting strategic risks. The post Popular Forces Gaza militia captures senior Hamas member appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Islamic State claims assault on airport in Niger’s capital
- at 2/1/26 7:17amThe Islamic State has officially claimed last week’s assault on Niger’s Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital of Niamey, which also hosts the military Air Base 101. Niger claims the assault was repelled, with Russia’s Africa Corps mercenary group also taking credit for the defense. The post Islamic State claims assault on airport in Niger’s capital appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Fighting intensifies between Damascus and Syrian Democratic Forces as diplomatic talks resume
- at 1/29/26 1:42pmBattles between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have continued to intensify despite a US-mediated ceasefire agreement. The latest clashes have involved drone strikes, rocket and artillery fire, and suicide bombings. The post Fighting intensifies between Damascus and Syrian Democratic Forces as diplomatic talks resume appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Reports: Hezbollah detains Lebanese security personnel seeking to inspect suspicious cargo
- at 1/29/26 12:27pmLebanese media reports claim that Hezbollah sought to smuggle weapons from the remnants of its arsenal in Syria to Dahiyeh in Lebanon. The weapons, transported in two vehicles, were detected by suspicious Lebanese authorities. However, the reports claim that Hezbollah temporarily detained a Lebanese officer and only handed over the vehicles for inspection after emptying them of their cargo. The post Reports: Hezbollah detains Lebanese security personnel seeking to inspect suspicious cargo appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Russian troops begin evacuating from northern Syria
- at 1/28/26 3:54pmRussia evacuated troops from the northeastern Syrian city of Qamishli ahead of interim Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa’s second visit to Moscow. Whether Russia will retain access to two key military facilities in western Syria was a part of the discussion between the two leaders. The post Russian troops begin evacuating from northern Syria appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Russian military launches recruitment drive for drone units
- at 1/28/26 1:09pmThe Russian military has launched a recruitment drive seeking troops for drone units, reflecting the key role that unmanned systems have come to play both in the Ukraine war and in Russia’s plans for its future force structure. The post Russian military launches recruitment drive for drone units appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Trump calls for Iraq to reject Maliki as prime minister, Maliki denounces US ‘interference’
- at 1/28/26 12:50pmOn January 28, former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki stated that he rejected “blatant American interference in Iraq's internal affairs,” a day after US President Donald Trump said Maliki, who is a leading contender for the country’s next prime minister, should not retake the office. US envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya also said that Iranian-backed militias should be prevented from having power in the next government. Separately, several Iranian-backed militias threatened to support Iran in any conflict with the US or Israel and sent forces to the border with Syria amid fighting between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces. The post Trump calls for Iraq to reject Maliki as prime minister, Maliki denounces US ‘interference’ appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Iran and its proxies threaten retaliation against US and Israel amid US military buildup
- at 1/28/26 7:14amTehran and its regional proxy groups have threatened retaliation against the United States and Israel as Washington moves additional military assets into the Middle East after the regime’s lethal crackdown on protesters. Regime-affiliated outlets and proxy leaders have outlined various retaliation scenarios, including drone swarms, maritime disruption efforts, and suicide attacks. The post Iran and its proxies threaten retaliation against US and Israel amid US military buildup appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Analysis: Hezbollah: We will not remain neutral if Islamic Republic endangered
- at 1/27/26 3:12pmHezbollah has yet to deploy operatives to protect the Islamic Republic of Iran’s regime from ongoing protests. However, the group has stated that it will not remain neutral if the United States or Israel attack the Tehran regime and threaten its existence. Hezbollah also claims the current Iranian authorities actually enjoy widespread domestic support and that calls for regime change are being instigated by Washington and Jerusalem. The post Analysis: Hezbollah: We will not remain neutral if Islamic Republic endangered appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Israeli forces recover body of last hostage held in Gaza
- at 1/27/26 1:21pmThe body of the last Israeli hostage held in Gaza was returned to Israel by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on January 26. Ran Gvili, an Israeli police sergeant who was killed in the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, had been held in Gaza since the day of the attack. The second phase of the US-backed Gaza peace plan is expected to proceed with the limited opening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt. On January 24, US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrived in Israel to discuss the next phase of the ceasefire and Kushner’s Gaza reconstruction plan. The post Israeli forces recover body of last hostage held in Gaza appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — Israeli operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah: January 19–25, 2026
- at 1/26/26 3:23pmIsrael continued military operations in Lebanon between January 19 and January 25, 2026. Israeli operations last week targeted Hezbollah assets and personnel both north and south of the Litani River. The post Israeli operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah: January 19–25, 2026 appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — IDF details role and methods of Hezbollah’s local liaison operatives
- at 1/23/26 1:23pmThe Israel Defense Forces (IDF) recently assassinated a Hezbollah local liaison officer in south Lebanon and has now explained the alleged function of these operatives during the group’s regeneration efforts, including how they cultivate relationships with Lebanese civilians. The post IDF details role and methods of Hezbollah’s local liaison operatives appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
- — As Gaza ceasefire plan progresses, IDF reports Palestinian terrorists violate first phase 11 times from January 9 to 22
- at 1/22/26 3:08pmThe US-brokered Gaza ceasefire plan is entering its second phase, with the new National Committee for the Administration of Gaza and the Board of Peace set to play key roles. Twenty-five countries have accepted US President Donald Trump's invitation to join the Board of Peace, while five have declined. Palestinian terrorists reportedly violated the ceasefire’s first phase 11 additional times between January 9 and January 22. The post As Gaza ceasefire plan progresses, IDF reports Palestinian terrorists violate first phase 11 times from January 9 to 22 appeared first on FDDs Long War Journal.
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