Dominic Ravenscar
Covers conflicts, defense and security policy for Riedenstedt.
U.S. Sanctions Hit Cartel del Noreste's Money Web
The United States has sanctioned four individuals and 11 entities linked to Mexico's Cartel del Noreste, targeting financial networks spanning construction, trucking, and the oil and gas sectors. The action follows the cartel's designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization earlier in 2025.
Coalition Pledges $75M to Counter ISIS in Iraq and Syria
The Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS met in Rome on October 1, 2026, co-chaired by Italy and the United States, marking the end of Operation Inherent Resolve's mandate in Iraq and announcing more than $75 million in new commitments for counterterrorism and humanitarian needs across both countries. Coalition partners welcomed Damascus as a working partner against ISIS and called for stronger state institutions as the foundation for lasting security.