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Fox NewsVirginia 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 24Ebola 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.
citizen.co.zaEbola 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.
Fox NewsJustice 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.comIraq 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.
news.sky.comIraqi 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.comUS 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.comU.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…
BloombergIsraeli 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…
japantoday.comDozens 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.
winnipegfreepress.comWhite 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.comIranian 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…
Al JazeeraAt 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…
thehindu.comLoud 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.
France 24Dozens 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.comU.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…
thehindu.comSomali 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.orgJordan 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewLebanese-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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.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…
thehindubusinessline.comIranian 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.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOver 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…
ecns.cnU.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…
SemaforNigerian 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS-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.comFreelance 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.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)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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.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.comU.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…
ERCC - Emergency Response Coordination Centre / Wikimedia (Public domain)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.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmerican 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIraqi 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewLebanese Disarmament Efforts for Hezbollah Face Civil War Concerns Amid Recent Conflict
Calls to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanon often prompt warnings of potential civil war. The group has been involved in recent hostilities that led to an Israeli invasion. This situation raises questions about pathways for Lebanese civilians to address the militia's role without escala…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUnconfirmed Reports of Civilian Movement Toward U.S.-Iran Clashes in Southwestern Iran
Unconfirmed reports indicate thousands of civilians and tribesmen are heading toward clashes between U.S. forces and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in southwestern Iran. A rescue operation is underway for a second pilot, with reports of confrontations involving special…