U.S. forces take down a barrage of missiles and drones in what is being called a “complex attack” by Houthi militants. And masked gunmen storm onto the set of a live newscast in Ecuador as the country’s president declares a state of emergency. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Jan. 10,…

The U.S. Secretary of State is set for another trip to the Middle East as recent developments prompt fears of the war spreading. And an Olympic athlete convicted of murdering his girlfriend has been released from prison. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Jan. 5, 2024 Blinken to visit the Middle…

Is the United States ready to declare war against Iranian-backed Houthi militants? Since launching Operation Prosperity Guardian in December, issues have intensified for the U.S. and its allies in the Red Sea. Houthi rebels carried out another attack on Thursday, Jan. 4, employing an unmanned surface vessel to target U.S. Navy and commercial vessels. The…

The Panama Canal has imposed unprecedented restrictions on transits, driven by water shortages linked to the El Niño phenomenon in 2023. The canal’s reservoir system is significantly impacted, causing ripple effects across global shipping operations. Following Panama’s rainy season, Lake Gatun, the crucial reservoir supplying water for the canal’s locks and the nation’s primary source…

One of the most powerful ships in the Islamic Republic of Iran’s navy is now in the Red Sea. The 51-year-old warship, Alborz, entered the area after the U.S. Navy sunk some boats operated by Iranian-backed Houthi militants. The Houthis are attacking ships in the Red Sea to show solidarity with Hamas terrorists in Gaza.…

Iran is producing 60% enriched uranium and has tripled its production levels in recent weeks. It’s the only country in the world not declared a nuclear power that is capable of producing such highly enriched uranium. Uranium can be converted to weapons-grade material within days. New reports show Iran growing its arsenal at unprecedented levels.…

In recent weeks, Houthi rebels out of Yemen have been launching attacks on commercial and civilian shipping vessels in the Red Sea. The attacks, which include reports of piracy and attempted piracy, have prompted both a commercial shipping crisis and the threat of an international military response. The United States has already recruited a list…

After two months of attacks on ships in the Red Sea — attacks which included ballistic missiles and suicide drones — the United States said the U.S. Navy is going to lead an international coalition to protect shipping in the Red Sea from the Houthis responsible for the attacks. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced…

The U.S. is deploying naval ships to the Red Sea amid increasing Houthi rebel attacks. While U.S. Central Command holds a 36-0 record against Houthi threats, most recently intercepting a hail of drone attacks, major shipping companies have temporarily halted Suez Canal transport — a route handling 9% of global oil. While in the Middle…

The United States told Israel it wants the country to end its large-scale ground operation and move to more targeted attacks on Hamas. National security adviser Jake Sullivan delivered the message to Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, Dec. 14. The U.S. and Israel have been discussing a timetable for scaling back Israeli ground…