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zerohedge.comworld2 days ago
Secretary of State Rubio to Meet Ministers From Over 60 Countries on Far-Left Terrorism
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will convene senior ministers from more than 60 nations in Washington on Thursday to address the resurgence of transnational far-left terrorism. The gathering follows a May 2026 counterterrorism strategy that prioritizes violent secular politic…
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nbcnews.comworld2 days ago
Secretary Rubio to Host Meeting on Transnational Terrorism Threat
@ABC reported that Secretary Rubio will host delegations for a meeting on the resurgence of transnational far-left terrorism. The session follows the administration's description of the topic as a priority threat. A State Department official confirmed the details.
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ABC Newspolitics2 days ago
Rubio to Host Representatives From More Than 70 Countries
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will convene delegations from over 70 nations in Washington on Thursday to address transnational far-left terrorism. The meeting was expanded from an initial plan for 60 countries after strong interest from additional nations.
thehindu.comworld2 days ago
Iran Executes Two Islamic State Members Convicted of Armed Rebellion
Iranian state television reported the July 14 executions of Mohieddin Abdollahi and Hossein Palani after the Supreme Court upheld their death sentences for armed rebellion. The men belonged to an Islamic State cell that planned attacks inside Iran.
The Independentworld7 days ago
British police report rising online threats from hostile states and far-right groups
Senior counterterrorism officials said technology and online platforms are being used more frequently to target the United Kingdom. They cited plots linked to Iran, Russia and China, and noted growing far-right activity.
abcnews.go.comworld13 days ago
U.S. Africa Command Withdraws Most Troops Sent to Nigeria for Counterterrorism Operation
The commander of U.S. Africa Command said most troops deployed to Nigeria in February have been withdrawn. Intelligence sharing and other security cooperation with Nigerian forces will continue.
Al-Monitorworld13 days agoUpdated
U.S. Backs Pakistan's Right to Defend Against Terrorist Attacks
The U.S. State Department stated on Thursday that Washington supports Pakistan's right to defend itself against terrorist attacks amid ongoing border tensions with Afghanistan. The statement follows recent cross-border airstrikes and drone incidents between the two countries.
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cnbc.comworld17 days ago
U.S. Raid in Nigeria Kills 199 Jihadists, Seizes Record Electronics Haul
The United States killed 199 jihadists in a single raid in Nigeria three weeks before June 29, 2026. American intelligence agencies are now analyzing the largest cache of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11 attacks.
world21 days ago
Hodan Abby Granted Return Permit After Two-Year Exclusion Order
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said on 25 June 2026 that final advice removed the option to extend Hodan Abby's temporary exclusion. Abby is now free to return subject to strict surveillance conditions.
upi.comworld33 days ago
Syria arrests 235 ISIS members in three-month security campaign
Syrian authorities detained 235 ISIS members over three months and prevented seven planned attacks. The operations targeted active cells operating in small groups across the country.
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middleeasteye.networld34 days ago
Israeli military reports strikes on Hezbollah sites and operations in Gaza and West Bank
Over the past week, the Israeli military conducted operations against targets in southern Lebanon, the Gaza Strip, and the West Bank. The military also reported actions against smuggling along Israel's eastern and western borders.
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New York Postworld38 days ago
USAID Watchdog Refers 108 UNRWA Staff for Suspension Over Oct. 7 Ties
A federal inspector general has referred more than 100 UNRWA employees for suspension or debarment from U.S. funding after linking them to the October 7, 2023 attack. The action follows an expanded probe that began in March.
foxnews.comworld39 days agoUpdated
Nigerian Army Rescues 360 Boko Haram Hostages in Northeast but Two Infants Die in Captivity
Troops rescued 360 captives, including children, from Boko Haram in southern Borno on Sunday. Two infants died during captivity from exhaustion on the mountainous terrain.
japantimes.co.jppolitics48 days ago
U.S. Defense Official Links Nigeria Operations to Protection of Christians
A U.S. defense official stated that military actions against an ISIS-linked commander in Nigeria followed a directive to protect Christians targeted by the group. The comments came during a White House press conference on Wednesday.
news.sky.compolitics49 days ago
Senator Ted Cruz Calls for U.S. Recognition of Somaliland
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz stated that formal recognition of Somaliland would strengthen American security interests in the Horn of Africa. Cruz, who chairs the Senate Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health, made the remarks in an interview with Fox News Digital.
The Guardianworld50 days ago
U.S. Military Strike on Suspected Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific Kills One
A U.S. military strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed one man and left two survivors on Tuesday. The attack is the latest in a series that has killed at least 194 people since September.
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nationalpost.comworld51 days ago
Research Finds Over 550 Pro-Hamas Songs on SoundCloud
A Foundation for Defense of Democracies study identified more than 550 pro-Hamas tracks using coded titles on the audio platform. The report links online extremist content to several past U.S. attacks and calls for stronger moderation.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld53 days ago
Australian Woman With ISIS Ties Barred From Return
An Australian woman linked to ISIS has been prevented from re-entering the country after authorities issued a temporary exclusion notice. The measure blocks her travel to Australia for a set period.
justsecurity.orgpolitics55 days ago
U.S. Releases 2026 Counterterrorism Strategy and Conducts Strike on ISIS Leader
The White House issued a new counterterrorism strategy in 2026 that addresses jihadist groups, cartels, and domestic threats. Days later, U.S. forces killed an ISIS deputy commander in a joint operation with Nigeria.
japantimes.co.jpworld57 days ago
Counterterrorism Experts Describe Erosion of Post-9/11 Security Measures
National security specialists told the House Intelligence Committee that expertise and legal authorities developed after the 2001 attacks have declined. Witnesses cited reduced training periods and temporary status for key surveillance provisions.
Defense Newsworld59 days ago
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
U.S. forces carried out operations against ISIS targets in Nigeria with local government coordination. A U.S. Africa Command leader testified about reduced regional capabilities and ongoing threats.
France 24world59 days ago
U.S. and Nigeria Conduct Air Strikes on Islamic State Targets
The United States and Nigeria carried out air strikes against Islamic State group targets in northeastern Nigeria on Sunday. The strikes followed the reported killing of an IS leader in a joint operation two days earlier.
Fox Newsworld60 days ago
U.S. Strike Kills ISIS West Africa Commander in Northeastern Nigeria
A U.S. precision strike killed ISIS West Africa commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki on May 16 in northeastern Nigeria. The operation relied on human intelligence and disrupted operations in the Lake Chad region. The group's overall leader remains at large.
politico.eupolitics61 days ago
US and Nigerian Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Figure in Northeast Nigeria
President Donald Trump announced on May 16, 2026, that Abubakar Mainok, also known as Abu-Bilal al-Mainuki or Abu Bilal al-Minouki, was killed in a joint operation. Mainok, specially designated a global terrorist in 2023, was described as one of the most active ISIS operatives. T…
thesouthafrican.compolitics61 days ago
President Trump Announces U.S. Nigerian Operation Killed Islamic State Leader
President Trump said U.S. and Nigerian forces killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as the Islamic State's second-in-command globally, in an operation on the Lake Chad Basin. The Nigerian president's office confirmed the elimination of al-Minuki and several of his lieutenants. Al…
France 24politics61 days ago
US and Nigerian Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Leader in Joint Operation
President Donald Trump announced that U.S. and Nigerian forces killed Abu Bakr al-Mainuki, described as the second-in-command of the Islamic State group globally, in a strike on his compound in Nigeria's Lake Chad Basin. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu confirmed the operation, whi…
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The Bbcpolitics61 days ago
U.S. and Nigerian Forces Kill ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in Lake Chad Basin
President Donald Trump announced late Friday that American and Nigerian troops eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as ISIS's global second-in-command, in a meticulously planned operation. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu confirmed the strike on al-Minuki's compound, which als…
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IDF Kills One Attacker in West Bank Rock-Throwing Incident
The IDF said troops killed one of three individuals throwing rocks at Israeli vehicles near the West Bank village of Al-Lubban ash-Sharqiya on Friday. A second person was injured during the incident on Route 60. Israeli forces launched a search operation in the Madama area for th…
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jns.orgworld64 days ago
Dominican Republic Designates Hezbollah and IRGC as Terrorist Organizations
The Dominican Republic's Foreign Affairs Ministry announced the designation of Hezbollah and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organizations. The move was made under the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism and United Nations Security Council resolution…
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nbcnews.compolitics65 days ago
CIA Conducts Deadly Operations Against Cartel Members in Mexico
CIA operatives have participated directly in lethal attacks on several mid-level cartel members in Mexico since last year as part of an expanded campaign. One such operation in March killed Francisco Beltran, known as “El Payin,” a mid-level Sinaloa Cartel figure, when an explosi…
Atlantic Councilworld65 days ago
US Africa Command Holds Joint Training Exercise in Libya
US Africa Command conducted Flintlock 2026 in Sirte, Libya, bringing together Libyan forces from rival factions for the first time. The exercise focused on hostage rescue and counterterrorism operations. The Atlantic Council reported the event highlights ongoing security challeng…
justsecurity.orgpolitics66 days ago
Trump Administration Launches Global Counterterrorism Initiative Targeting Left-Wing Extremists
State Department officials announced heightened international cooperation to track and disrupt far-left political violence, citing the April assassination attempt on President Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The effort includes new sanctions on European Antifa gr…
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news24.comworld68 days ago
Nigeria and US Hold Security Talks in Washington
Nigeria's national security adviser met with U.S. officials including the vice president and secretary of state during a three-day visit from May 4 to 6, 2026. The discussions covered counterterrorism, intelligence sharing, regional stability in West Africa and the Sahel, and bil…
winnipegfreepress.comworld70 days ago
Syrian Authorities Arrest 16 Soldiers After Armed Standoff in Idlib
Clashes erupted in northwestern Syria on May 5 after security forces detained an Uzbek soldier for looting, prompting dozens of militants to surround a headquarters. The incident highlights tensions over President Ahmad al-Sharaa's integration of former jihadists into the nationa…
justsecurity.orgworld70 days ago
US Counterterrorism Strategy 2026 Prioritizes Destruction of Islamist Terror Groups
The United States released its Counterterrorism Strategy 2026, which identifies the destruction of Islamist terror groups as one of its main priorities. The document states that jihadi terrorists, especially those backed by state actors, continue to pose a threat to the US. It al…
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nbcnews.comworld70 days ago
Australia Repatriates 13 Women and Children from Syria
A group of 13 women and children with alleged Islamic State links have returned to Australia, authorities said. Some of the returnees could face arrest while the children are expected to enter community reintegration and support programmes. The development marks the latest repatr…
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france24.comworld70 days ago
At Least 23 Chadian Soldiers Killed in Attack on Lake Chad Island
Military authorities in Chad confirmed that terrorists assaulted a position on Barka Tolorom island in the Lake Chad region on 4 May 2026, killing at least 23 soldiers and wounding at least 26. Several attackers were also killed in the raid, which is believed to involve Boko Hara…
nbcnews.compolitics70 days agoUpdated
Trump Administration Releases Counterterrorism Strategy
The 16-page report led by White House counterterrorism tsar Sebastian Gorka criticizes European migration policies and targets violent left-wing extremists including radically pro-transgender groups. It elevates drug cartels in the Americas as a central focus while affirming Euro…
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tass.compolitics71 days ago
Tony Abbott Positioned to Become Next Liberal Party President
Former prime minister Tony Abbott is expected to seek the unpaid role of president of the Liberal Party's organisational wing with the support of the opposition leader. The party is seeking to regain voter support ahead of the 2028 election. Separately, the federal government is…
uctoday.comai71 days ago
FBI Director Says AI Has Helped Stop School Shootings
The FBI director said artificial intelligence is now used throughout the bureau to process tips and prevent school shootings. He stated that two potential incidents, one in North Carolina and one in New York, were stopped with the help of AI after receiving tips. The director add…
motherjones.comtechnology73 days ago
White House Counterterrorism Director Responds to Reporter Inquiry with Social Media Criticism
A ProPublica reporter contacted Sebastian Gorka, the White House counterterrorism director, for comment on a story about his role. Gorka did not respond directly but posted criticism on X, calling the work a 'putrid piece of hackery.' The article detailed Gorka's public statement…
France 24politics78 days ago
French Pilots Return from Middle East Deployment, Describe Mission Shift to Intercepting Drones and Missiles
French fighter pilots have returned from a deployment in the Middle East where they assisted in intercepting Iranian drones and missiles. They are speaking publicly for the first time about their experiences. The mission shifted on February 28, 2026, amid escalating regional conf…
United States Navy unidentified personnel / Wikimedia (Public domain)politics82 days ago
Two CIA Officers Killed in Mexico During Anti-Drug Operation
Two CIA officers died in a vehicle crash in Chihuahua, Mexico, following an anti-drug operation. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated she was not informed of the CIA's involvement, which she said would violate the Mexican Constitution. The incident has raised questions abou…
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Syrian Authorities Arrest Five in Alleged Hezbollah-Linked Plot Near Golan Heights
Syrian authorities foiled a plot by a Hezbollah cell planning rocket attacks from Quneitra near the Golan, arresting five members. The incident follows recent counterterrorism operations, including busts of other cells and a drug smuggling interception. Syria's UN representative…
newser.comworld84 days ago
Nigerian Troops Clash with Insurgents in Yobe State, Killing 24 and Sustaining Minor Losses
Nigerian troops foiled a coordinated terror attack on Kukareta in Yobe State, killing at least 24 insurgents and recovering various weapons. The midnight assault lasted three hours before being repelled. Two soldiers were wounded but stabilized, amid ongoing operations against re…
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Israel and Argentina Launch Isaac Accords for Enhanced Bilateral Ties
Israeli and Argentine leaders signed the Isaac Accords to strengthen relations, including a new direct flight route and agreements on counterterrorism and artificial intelligence. The accords aim to boost economic, technological, and security cooperation. A lawmaker criticized th…
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