Destruction of Iran's S-300s could disappoint Russia's arms customers

Security 2024-11-08

Destruction of Iran's S-300s could disappoint Russia's arms customers

Moscow's allies rely on S-300 systems, though their vulnerabilities are now evident. In Venezuela, meanwhile, neglect, poor planning and limited resources have left these systems operating below optimal levels.

Controversial Chinese firm builds prison in 'protected' Ecuadorian zone

Security 2024-11-07

Controversial Chinese firm builds prison in 'protected' Ecuadorian zone

The state-owned China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), notorious for corruption in Ecuador, was granted the prison contract without a competitive bidding process.

Russian-trained 'Cuban' leads police intelligence in Nicaragua

Security 2024-10-29

Russian-trained 'Cuban' leads police intelligence in Nicaragua

Gen. Zhukov Serrano, who has ties to Havana and Moscow, is leading the Nicaraguan police during a period of increased Cuban influence. His covert training bolsters efforts to protect the Ortega-Murillo family from threats.

Colombia pays at-risk youngsters 'to not kill'

Security 2024-10-04

Colombia pays at-risk youngsters 'to not kill'

Several regions in Colombia remain caught in the grip of violent conflicts among criminal gangs, leaving lasting scars on children growing up in such environments.

Growing Chinese influence on Chilean military alarms analysts

Security 2024-10-02

Growing Chinese influence on Chilean military alarms analysts

Cultivating defense ties with China harms Chile's national interests, given China's authoritarianism and ambitions for dominance, say analysts.

US accuses Russia of involvement in operations to destabilize Argentina

Security 2024-09-16

US accuses Russia of involvement in operations to destabilize Argentina

The Kremlin is using the media outlet RT as a de facto arm of Russia's intelligence apparatus, engaging in operations aimed at destabilizing Argentina's government and increasing tensions with its neighboring countries.

Moscow sends more naval vessels to Cuba

Security 2024-07-30

Moscow sends more naval vessels to Cuba

Recent deployments to Havana indicate that Russia could be planning to reestablish a military base in Cuba, according to a Russian military analyst.

Colombia seeks US, Mexican firms to fix Russian helicopters

Security 2024-06-10

Colombia seeks US, Mexican firms to fix Russian helicopters

Eleven Mi-17 helicopters have been out of commission because of inadequate maintenance and spare parts. The issue gained renewed attention after a crash killed nine soldiers.

Argentina's Chinese space base under scrutiny

Security 2024-04-15

Argentina's Chinese space base under scrutiny

The base is controlled and operated by an organization affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army and has been shrouded in mystery.

Iran 'no doubt' involved in lead-up to Hamas attack on Israel

Security 2023-10-10

Iran 'no doubt' involved in lead-up to Hamas attack 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.