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channel4.compolitics4 days ago
War Crimes Court Ties Sudan's Militia Leaders to Darfur Atrocities
The International Criminal Court reported a breakthrough in its Darfur probe with concrete links to RSF commanders. A recent UN fact-finding mission documented widespread atrocities in el-Fasher and el-Geneina.
israelnationalnews.comworld9 days ago
Lebanon Seeks US Backing to Enforce Deal Ending Hostilities and Disarming Militia
Joseph Aoun appealed for continued American support following a US-backed agreement with Israel that seeks to end hostilities. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which requires its disarmament.
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al-monitor.compolitics12 days ago
Iraq Sets September 30 Deadline for Pro-Iran Militias to Disarm
Iraqi officials have ordered pro-Iran armed groups to surrender weapons by September 30 or face legal action. The deadline coincides with the planned end of the U.S.-led coalition mission against ISIS.
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France 24world14 days ago
Rwandan Foreign Minister Says U.S. Mediation in DR Congo Conflict Is Biased
Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe stated in a France 24 interview that the United States has applied sanctions only to Rwanda while DR Congo has not met commitments under the June 2025 Washington Accords. He said Kinshasa has failed to enforce a ceasefire or neutraliz…
rt.comworld14 days ago
Fighting in Ethiopia's Amhara Region Halts Lake Tana Tourism
An ongoing war since 2023 between Fano militias and federal forces has ended visits to the former tourist site. Cities face shootings and attacks while rural zones see drone strikes and ransom kidnappings. The status of 14th-century monasteries on the lake is now uncertain.
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bleedingcool.comworld15 days ago
Fighting between Fano militias and Ethiopian federal forces disrupts Lake Tana area
France 24 reported that fighting since 2023 between Fano militias and federal forces has brought shootings, drone strikes and kidnappings to the Lake Tana area. Tourism has stopped at the former hotspot known for its shorelines and monasteries. The future of the sites is now unce…
jns.orgpolitics15 days ago
Israeli Forces Kill Armed Militants and Detain 47 Civilians in Southern Syria
The Israeli military announced it killed armed militants on Saturday in an area under its control in southern Syria. Haaretz reported the action occurred where Iran-linked militias had been operating.
finance15 days ago
Gulf officials share security concerns with U.S. over Iran-backed groups
Gulf state leaders expressed worries that a recent U.S.-Iran agreement does not address Iranian support for regional militias. U.S. officials said any final deal would require limits on both Iran's nuclear program and its backing of armed groups.
thehindu.comworld19 days ago
Puntland Bans Militia Vehicles and Requires Federal Forces to Seek Regional Approval
Puntland authorities announced new security measures on 24 June 2026 after a Security Committee meeting. The steps include bans on armed militia vehicles, militia recruitment, and human smuggling, plus requirements for federal officials to follow regional procedures. The moves co…
middleeasteye.networld24 days ago
Iran's Revolutionary Guards form new Iraqi cells
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has created small covert cells in Iraq to launch drone strikes on Gulf states hosting U.S. forces. The groups operate outside established militia structures and have carried out at least seven attacks since April.
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iraqinews.compolitics27 days ago
U.S. envoy meets Iraq prime minister in Baghdad on security and economic issues
U.S. envoy Tom Barrack held talks with Iraq's prime minister in Baghdad. The discussions covered security cooperation, militias, and economic ties.
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rigzone.comfinance32 days ago
Iraq Moves to Centralize Energy Exports
Iraq is attempting to reassert federal control over its energy sector by centralizing exports, revenues, and infrastructure. Renewed cooperation between Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government has revived exports through the Kirkuk-Ceyhan pipeline. Political obstacles inclu…
abcnews.go.comworld33 days ago
Clashes between Somali troops and opposition militias kill one and injure 55; government accuses leaders of coup attempt
Fighting between federal troops and opposition militias erupted June 3 ahead of planned protests against a one-year term extension for President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
france24.comworld36 days ago
Iran Trains Militia Members on Portable Anti-Aircraft Missiles
Iran's IRGC force has begun training Basij militia members to operate shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missiles. The missiles have been used against U.S. and Israeli aircraft during the 2026 war.
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Nprscience37 days ago
Virunga Park Builds Five Ebola Screening Posts as Militia Attacks Kill Rangers
Director Emmanuel de Merode described five new screening stations costing $44,000 each and the delivery of 1,100 body bags after militia strikes killed four staff in two weeks.
Al Jazeerapolitics39 days ago
Clashes Erupt in Mogadishu Over Election Delay
Fighting broke out in Somalia’s capital between government forces and opposition-allied militias ahead of planned protests against an election delay. Residents fled neighborhoods as gunfire and explosions damaged buildings.
abcnews.go.comworld39 days ago
Government forces and opposition militias clash in Mogadishu districts
Clashes between government forces and opposition-aligned militias began Wednesday night and continued into Thursday in Howlwadaag and Abdiaziz districts. The violence disrupted roads and restricted access to Aden Adde International Airport.
thehindu.compolitics39 days ago
Heavy Gunfire Erupts Between Government Forces and Opposition Militias in Mogadishu After President's Term Extended
Heavy exchanges of gunfire between government forces and opposition fighters broke out in several neighborhoods of Somalia's capital overnight. The clashes followed the expiry of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term on 15 May and his one-year extension.
Abc Newsworld40 days ago
Parliament Extends Tenure as Government Forces Clash With Opposition Militias in Mogadishu
Armed clashes between opposition supporters and state security forces broke out in Somalia’s capital on Wednesday evening and continued into Thursday. The violence occurred ahead of a planned demonstration protesting constitutional issues.
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Iran-backed Iraqi militias signal plans to place weapons under state control
Several Iran-backed Iraqi militias have indicated they will transfer weapons to government oversight. The move follows reported U.S. pressure on the groups.
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Darfur Governor Minnawi Accuses RSF of Inciting Salamat-Beni Halba Tribal Clashes, Calls for Immediate Halt
Minni Arko Minnawi urged tribal leaders to halt fighting in Darfur that he linked to militia policies. The statement was issued June 2 in Khartoum.
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Militia Leader Pleads Not Guilty in Iran-Linked Terror Case
A militia leader entered a not guilty plea on Monday in federal court. Prosecutors described his alleged role in attacks tied to Iran's response to the war involving Israel and the United States.
Forbesfinance43 days ago
Iran Attacks Highlight Iraqi Kurdistan Air Defense Gap
Iranian and militia strikes during the February-April 2026 war exposed the lack of independent air defenses in Iraqi Kurdistan. U.S. and British systems protected only coalition sites near Erbil airport. No timeline exists for Kurdish forces to acquire their own systems.
politics51 days ago
Virginia Resolution on May 15, 1776, Led to Fireworks the Next Day
On May 15, 1776, Virginia delegates voted to declare the colony independent from Britain. The following day, Williamsburg residents held a militia parade, feast, and fireworks display.
France 24world52 days ago
Ebola Outbreak Spreads to Eastern Congo Province Held by M23 Militia
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached eastern South Kivu province in territory controlled by the Rwanda-backed M23 militia. The World Health Organization has declared the situation an international emergency.
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citizen.co.zaworld53 days ago
Ebola Case Confirmed in M23-Controlled Area of Eastern Congo
Health authorities in Goma increased screenings after a confirmed Ebola case was reported in the M23-held city. The case marks the first in South Kivu province under militia control.
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Fox Newspolitics54 days ago
Justice Department Charges Iraqi Militia Leader with Planning Attacks
The Justice Department announced terrorism charges against an Iraqi national accused of directing attacks in Europe. A national security expert discussed immigration screening and potential threats inside the United States.
news.sky.comworld55 days ago
Iraq Condemns Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabia and Distances Itself From Militias
Iraq condemned recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia and pledged cooperation in the investigation. The country also moved to distance itself from Iranian-backed militias amid U.S. pressure.
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news.sky.comworld59 days ago
Iraqi Militia Commander Charged in U.S. With Plotting Attacks in New York and Los Angeles
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an alleged commander of Kataib Hezbollah, faces charges after a criminal complaint was unsealed Friday detailing plots against a New York synagogue and other Jewish targets in Los Angeles and New York City. The Iraqi militia member also planne…
al-monitor.comworld59 days ago
US Charges Iraqi Militia Leader With Terrorism Offenses After Arrest
The US Justice Department said Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, a senior member of Kataib Hezbollah, was arrested abroad and brought to the United States. He faces six terrorism-related charges linked to nearly 20 attacks and plots in Europe, Canada and the US. Authorities de…
al-monitor.comworld59 days ago
U.S. Prosecutors Accuse Iraqi Militia Leader of Directing Attacks on American and Israeli Targets
Federal prosecutors have charged Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi with directing attacks against American and Israeli interests. Officials say he serves as a leader of Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi militia with ties to Iran. The charges focus on alleged planning that included tar…
thehindu.comworld61 days ago
Somali Army Kills 13 Militants in Mudug Region Operation
The Somali National News Agency reported that 13 members of Khawarij militias, including senior commanders, were killed in a military operation in the Mudug region on May 6. The operation also left two militants seriously wounded. The action occurs as Somalia faces ongoing securi…
Bloombergpolitics61 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Visits UAE
Israel's government said the prime minister made a covert trip to the United Arab Emirates and met its president. The visit produced what officials called a historic breakthrough in bilateral ties. Separately, Saudi fighter jets struck targets linked to Tehran-backed militias in…
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japantoday.comworld64 days ago
Dozens of Nigerian Fishermen Feared Dead After Chadian Army Strike on Lake Chad
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen are feared dead following a Chadian army operation targeting jihadists on Lake Chad. A civilian militia member and a union official provided the information to AFP. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the Lake Chad region.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics64 days agoSourced
White House Marks 251st Anniversary of Fort Ticonderoga Capture
President Trump issued a statement on May 10 commemorating the 1775 capture of Fort Ticonderoga by American militiamen. The message frames the event as the first offensive victory of the Revolutionary War and the start of a campaign that supplied artillery for the Siege of Boston…
foxnews.compolitics64 days ago
Iranian Government Deploys Foreign Militias at Tehran Checkpoints
The Iranian government has enlisted foreign militias to staff checkpoints across Tehran and other cities to support security forces in containing civilian protests. The Telegraph reported on May 10, 2026 that members of Iraqi and Afghan militias have been observed conducting vehi…
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Al Jazeeraworld64 days ago
At Least 69 Killed in Clashes Between CODECO and CRP Militias in DRC's Ituri Province
Armed men affiliated with the CODECO coalition carried out retaliatory strikes in several villages on April 28, following an assault by the CRP group on Congolese army positions. Security officials and civil society leaders reported more than 70 deaths, with bodies still unrecove…
France 24world64 days agoUpdated
At Least 69 Killed in Militia Attack in Democratic Republic of Congo
Local and security sources reported at least 69 people killed in a militia attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Separate jihadist attacks in central Mali killed more than 70 people in recent days, with one official citing a toll of 80. The Mali attacks were claimed by an A…
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thehindu.comworld65 days ago
Loud Explosions Reported Near Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan
Multiple loud explosions were reported near Erbil, the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan. There has been no immediate confirmation of the source or target of the blasts. Iran-backed militia groups have conducted repeated attacks on U.S. positions in the area in recent years.
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world66 days ago
Iran Arrests 77 Bahais Since January Protests, Some Accused of Killing Basij Militia Members
Peyvand Naimi, a 30-year-old Bahai from Kerman, was arrested at work on January 8 and has endured two mock executions, beatings and forced confession. His cousin Borna Naimi and three members of the Sotoudeh family in Shiraz were among those later detained. Al-Monitor reported th…
France 24world67 days ago
Dozens Killed in Attacks on Central Mali Villages; JNIM Claims Responsibility
Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM fighters struck the villages of Korikori and Gomossogou on May 6 2026, killing at least 35 people in assaults claimed as retaliation against the Dan Nan Ambassagou militia. The attacks came less than two weeks after coordinated JNIM and Azawad Liberation Fron…
thehindu.comfinance67 days ago
U.S. Sanctions Iraq’s Deputy Oil Minister and Iraqi Militia Figures Linked to Iran
The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions on May 7, 2026, against Iraq's deputy oil minister and senior figures tied to two Iran-aligned militias. Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly was accused of facilitating the diversion of Iraqi oil for the benefit of the Iranian regime and its pro…
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thehindu.comworld68 days ago
Somali National Army Kills 13 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Mudug Operation
Somali National Army troops backed by local militia fighters killed at least 13 Al-Shabaab members during a large-scale operation on Wednesday in the Boorey area of the central Mudug region. The site lies about 120 kilometers from Bahdo. Officials said the action formed part of t…
dailyalert.orgworld68 days ago
Jordan Conducts Airstrikes on Alleged Drug Labs in Syria's Suwayda Province
Jordanian air forces targeted drug production sites in Syria's Suwayda province on May 4, 2026, amid concerns over the Captagon trade. The strikes hit facilities linked to a local militia, with Jordanian officials citing coordination with Syria's new government. The action highli…
uctoday.comworld79 days ago
Lebanese-Born Man Who Sought Asylum in Israel Discusses Background and Current Role
Jonathan Alkhouri, born in Lebanon, sought asylum in Israel after his family's involvement with a pro-Israel militia. He recalled the IDF's withdrawal from his village and Hezbollah's entry. He now conducts international public relations for Israel and noted perceptions among som…
japantimes.co.jpworld81 days ago
U.S. State Department Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on Militia Leader Abu Ala al-Wala'i
The U.S. State Department announced a $10 million reward for information on Abu Ala al-Wala'i, leader of the Iran-aligned militia Kata'ib Sayyid ul-Shuhada. The group has conducted attacks on U.S. facilities and personnel in Iraq and Syria. The bounty targets individual militia l…
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thehindubusinessline.comworld81 days ago
Iranian Government Reportedly Uses Foreign Militias to Suppress Protests
A social network expert stated that the Iranian government has enlisted foreign militias to control civilian protests. The information came from an interview on Thursday. This report highlights ongoing efforts to manage domestic unrest in Iran.
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asiaone.comworld82 days ago
Over 100 Basij Members Poisoned in Tehran, One Dead
More than 100 members of Iran's Basij paramilitary force were poisoned in Tehran, resulting in one death. The others were hospitalized in Parand, and the perpetrator remains unidentified. The Basij is a volunteer militia that supports law enforcement and internal security in Iran…
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ecns.cnworld82 days ago
U.S. Suspends $500 Million Cash Shipment and Halts Military Aid to Iraq
The Trump administration has suspended U.S. dollar shipments to Iraq and frozen security cooperation with its military amid concerns over Iran-backed militias. This marks the second delay since the Iran war began in late February. The move affects proceeds from Iraqi oil sales he…
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Semaforworld91 days ago
Nigerian Army Strike on Market in Northeast Kills at Least 200 People
At least 200 people died in a strike by the Nigerian army on a busy market in northeast Nigeria. The government stated the action targeted an Islamist militia group active in the region. The incident occurred amid ongoing security challenges that have displaced millions of reside…
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US Deputy Secretary of State Summons Iraq's Ambassador Over Diplomat Ambush in Baghdad
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Landau summoned Iraq's ambassador following an ambush on American diplomats in Baghdad by Iranian-backed militias. Landau stated that Iraqi forces have made some efforts but have not done enough to address the incident. He warned that elements of…
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US-Iran Conflict Reaches Ceasefire Stage with Ongoing Negotiations on Key Terms
A two-week ceasefire has been announced in the US-Iran conflict, shifting focus from military actions to diplomatic talks. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to meet Iranian officials in Islamabad to discuss a final settlement. Key issues include control of the Strait of Hormuz…
lamag.comworld95 days ago
Freelance US Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released from Captivity in Iraq
Shelly Kittleson, a 49-year-old freelance American journalist, was released from captivity by the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah in Iraq. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the release on Tuesday. Kittleson's mother expressed relief and hopes for her daughter's r…
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U.S. State Department Advises Citizens to Leave Iraq via Overland Routes After Drone Attacks
The U.S. State Department issued a security alert on Wednesday recommending that American citizens depart Iraq immediately through overland routes due to drone attacks by Iran-allied militias near key sites. The alert follows a reported U.S.-Iran ceasefire and the release of a de…
User:Bobsmith040689 / Wikimedia (Public domain)world97 days ago
U.S. Strikes Target Iranian-Backed Militia Sites in Baghdad, Iraq
Reports from social media accounts indicate ongoing U.S. military strikes against positions of the Iranian-backed Popular Mobilization Front in Baghdad, Iraq. No official confirmation has been issued by U.S. or Iraqi authorities. The developments occur amid heightened tensions in…
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U.S. Freelance Journalist Shelly Kittleson Freed in Iraq Prisoner Swap After Kidnapping
Shelly Kittleson, a U.S. freelance journalist, was released in Iraq following her kidnapping in Baghdad. She had been seized by Kataib Hezbollah, a Shiite militia. The release occurred through a prisoner swap, as reported by The Washington Post.
upi.combusiness97 days ago
U.S. Freelance Journalist Shelly Kittleson Freed After Kidnapping in Iraq
Shelly Kittleson, a U.S. freelance journalist, was abducted in Baghdad by the Iran-aligned Kataib Hezbollah militia and held for a week before her release. Iraqi officials confirmed she was freed in a prisoner swap involving militia members. U.S. and Iraqi authorities had believe…
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Iraqi Militia Kataib Hezbollah Announces Release of Kidnapped US Journalist Shelly Kittleson
Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed Iraqi militia, announced the release of US journalist Shelly Kittleson following her kidnapping. The group stated she must leave Iraq immediately as a condition. Earlier reports confirmed her abduction by the militia.
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American Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released After Abduction by Iraqi Militia
Shelly Kittleson, an American journalist, was abducted in Iraq by a militia allied with Iran and held for one week. Iraqi officials stated that she was freed in exchange for the release of militia members. The incident highlights security risks for foreign journalists in the regi…
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Iraqi Militia Kataib Hezbollah Announces Release of Abducted American Journalist Shelly Kittleson
Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi militia group, has stated it will release Shelly Kittleson, an American freelance journalist abducted in Baghdad at the end of March. Kittleson, a veteran reporter with two decades of experience in Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan, was kidnapped off a stree…
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