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17 February 2025

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US says it killed senior al-Qaeda affiliate official in Syria

[ © France 24 ]

14 February 2025

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Israël attend la libération de trois otages du Hamas

[ © TV5 Monde ]

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13 February 2025

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Last nail in the coffin: Israeli settlers push on with fresh West Bank land grab

[ © The Guardian ]

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05 February 2025

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Mosuls landmarks rise again after IS destruction

[ © BBC News ]

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05 February 2025

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Mali, Algeria in Diplomatic Row Over Counterterrorism Measures

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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04 February 2025

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03 February 2025

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US strikes in Somalias Puntland kill key figures from Islamic State group

[ © France 24 ]

Arab Foreign Ministers Reject Trump Call For Transfer Of Palestinians

[ © Eurasia Review ]

03 February 2025

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22 January 2025

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Security Council debates growing terrorism threat in Africa

[ © United Nations ]

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16 January 2025

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US drone strike kills high-ranking militia leader linked to attacks on American troops

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Gulf Region

[ © ABC News ]

The hostage deal is about people, not politics

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

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16 January 2025

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Gaza ceasefire deal reached by Israel and Hamas

[ © BBC News ]

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25 November 2024

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Israel-Hizbullah close to ceasefire deal, says Israels envoy to Washington

[ © The Irish Times ]

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21 November 2024

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Netanyahu offers $5 million and safe passage out of Gaza to anyone returning a hostage

[ © CNN ]

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20 November 2024

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US launches fourth round of strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

Gulf of Aden Counter terrorism Maritime Security

[ © France 24 ]

More Than Brute Force Is Needed To Upset Hezbollahs Financial Network

[ © Eurasia Review ]

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07 November 2024

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Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon grow in intensity amid reports of army infiltration

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Israel

[ © Arab News ]

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07 November 2024

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Shift in Boko Haram Tactics Requires Security Forces to Adapt

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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06 November 2024

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Iraq Premier talks with Blinken about regional impact of Israel aggression in Gaza, Lebanon

[ © Middle East Monitor ]

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05 November 2024

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Over 30 ISIS leaders eliminated in Iraq and Syria: US military

[ © Shafaq News ]

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30 October 2024

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Mali And Algeria Feud Over How To Handle Tuareg Rebellion

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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18 October 2024

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As M23 conflict grinds on in eastern DRC, calls mount for nonmilitary solution

[ © Defence Web ]

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Yahya Sinwar: Who was the Hamas leader?

[ © BBC ]

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17 October 2024

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African Standby Force needs to be reconfigured, defence ministers hear

[ © Defence Web ]

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15 October 2024

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Syria and the war on Gaza

[ © Middle East Monitor ]

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The dilemma of the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon

[ © El Pais ]

10 October 2024

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Israel finds large tunnel adjacent to Gaza border, raising new questions about prewar intelligence

Counter terrorism infrastructure Israel

[ © El Pais ]

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US official: Sinwar likely alive in Gaza tunnel with hostages in his vicinity

[ © The Times Of Israel ]

09 October 2024

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Israel sends thousands more troops into Lebanon as expanded ground offensive signalled

[ © The Irish Times ]

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09 October 2024

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Tunisia Receives Four Cessna Aircraft for Intelligence Missions

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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Families of hostages demand urgent update from PM after report on no new talks

Counter terrorism Human Rights Israel

[ © The Times of Israel ]

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08 October 2024

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Gazans in the north trapped with nowhere to go, as fighting intensifies

Counter terrorism Humanitarian Aid

[ © UN News ]

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08 October 2024

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Israel attacks Beirut in further strikes, Hizbullah rockets target Tel Aviv base

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Israel

[ © The Irish Times ]

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08 October 2024

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Senegal as a strategic player in the Sahel

Gulf of Guinea Sahel Counter terrorism

[ © GIS Report ]

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07 October 2024

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Somali National Army Commander Meets with East Africa Security Association to Strengthen Regional Security

Counter terrorism Cooperative security Horn of Africa

[ © Somali National News Agency ]

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26 September 2024

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Israel preparing for possible ground offensive in Lebanon, military chief says

Counter terrorism Israel Hezbollah

[ © The Guardian ]

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Morocco assists Spain in arresting seven Suspected IS members

[ © Middle East Online ]

23 September 2024

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Israeli forces raid Al Jazeera West Bank office, order 45-day closure

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © Voice of America ]

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19 September 2024

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On ne sait pas de quoi, on a peur de tout: au Liban, les explosions dappareils de communication sèment la panique

Counter terrorism Lebanon Israel

[ © Radio France Internationale ]

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18 September 2024

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Attaque au Liban: Israël avait piégé les bipeurs du Hezbollah à lexplosif, selon le New York Times

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Israel

[ © France 24 ]

Qatar urges Hamas, Israel to immediately start talks for phase two of Gaza ceasefire

[ © Egypt Today ]

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11 September 2024

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Hungary seeks foothold in Chad as West pulls out of restive Sahel

Sahel Counter terrorism Cooperative security

[ © The Arab Weekly ]

10 September 2024

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UN likely to vote on push to end Israel presence in Palestinian territory

Crisis management Israel Counter terrorism

[ © Al Arabiya News ]

04 September 2024

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Au Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traoré, le grand muet de la Grande Muette

Sub-Saharan Africa Governance Counter terrorism

[ © Jeune Afrique ]

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12 August 2024

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As Israel widens evacuation orders in southern Gaza, Hamas wants plans for deal instead of more talks

Counter terrorism Israel

[ © Voice of America ]

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09 August 2024

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09 August 2024

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Burkina : Le ministère de la Sécurité annonce un renforcement des mesures sécuritaires sur lensemble du territoire national

Sahel Counter terrorism Policy

[ © Lefaso.Net ]

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07 August 2024

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Somali Security Forces Capture Senior Al-Shabaab Commander

Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism Horn of Africa

[ © Shabelle Media Network ]

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India Raises Profile as Security Partner for Africa

Cooperative security Maritime Security Counter terrorism

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

02 August 2024

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Khaled Meshaal, Who Survived Israeli Assassination Attempt, Tipped to Be New Hamas Leader

Counter terrorism Israel Crisis management

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

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31 July 2024

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US carries out defensive strike in Iraq as regional tensions worsen

Gulf Region Peace and Security Counter terrorism

[ © France 24 ]

30 July 2024

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New Atmis Force Commander takes office after 3-month delay

Peace and Security Horn of Africa Counter terrorism

[ © The East African ]

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What A Harris Presidency Might Mean For Palestinians

Crisis management Counter terrorism Policy

[ © Eurasia Review ]

19 July 2024

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German Troops Withdraw from Niger Amid Rising Tensions

Counter terrorism Crisis management Peace and Security

[ © The Rio Times ]

18 July 2024

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Bedwetting, nightmares and shaking. War in Gaza takes a mental health toll, especially on children

Children Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Associated Press ]

The hostage deal is about people, not politics

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

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16 July 2024

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Israel ramps up offensive against Hezbollah in bid to gain ground in Lebanon

[ © Euronews ]

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Lebanese man arrested in Germany, accused of supplying drone parts to Hezbollah

Counter terrorism Hezbollah

[ © Voice of America ]

15 July 2024

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Somalia will require foreign troops past Atmis exit, experts says

Horn of Africa Peace and Security Counter terrorism

[ © The East African ]

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Israel says Hamas commander killed in southern Gaza strike but fate of military chief unclear

Israel Counter terrorism

[ © CNN ]

Hamas says it has not left ceasefire talks after Israeli attacks

Israel Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © Arab News ]

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08 July 2024

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Hamas ready to drop key demand in truce and hostage deal, official says

Counter terrorism Crisis management Israel

[ © CNN News ]

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05 July 2024

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Swap deal closer than ever, says Gallant, as Gaza ceasefire talks revived

Counter terrorism Israel Crisis management

[ © Ahram Online ]

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04 July 2024

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Senior Hezbollah commander killed in IDF strike in southern Lebanon

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Peace and Security

[ © The Times of Israel ]

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03 July 2024

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Plus de 70 terroristes de Boko Haram tués par larmée tchadienne

Counter terrorism Sahel

[ © Xinhua News ]

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25 June 2024

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Iraqi Militias Threaten Israel, Sudanis Govt Braces for Response

Israel Hezbollah Counter terrorism

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

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24 June 2024

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ICC Issues Arrest Warrant Against Malis Desert Fox

Counter terrorism Al Qaeda (AQ) Sahel

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

20 June 2024

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IDF spokesman says Hamas cant be destroyed, drawing retort from PM: Thats wars goal

Counter terrorism Peace and Security Israel

[ © The Times of Israel ]

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03 June 2024

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Mediators press Israel, Hamas to agree to truce proposal

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © Gulf Today ]

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30 May 2024

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Israel in effective control of entire Gaza land border after taking Philadelphi Corridor in south

Israel Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © The Guardian ]

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27 May 2024

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LES FAMA REPOUSSENT UNE ATTAQUE TERRORISTE À MOURDIAH: LOURDES PERTES POUR LA KATIBAT MACINA

Sahel Counter terrorism Cooperative security

[ © Bamada.net ]

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21 May 2024

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Rwanda deploying another 2,500 soldiers to help Mozambique fight Cabo Delgado insurgency

DAESH Counter terrorism infrastructure

[ © Voice Of America ]

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15 May 2024

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Another hospital in Gaza forced to close amid intensified Israeli offensive in Rafah

Humanitarian Aid Counter terrorism

[ © Medecins sans frontieres ]

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09 May 2024

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Frappes aériennes et action terrestre: Succès des Fama contre les groupes terroristes à Nouh Bozo

Counter terrorism Sahel

[ © Bamada ]

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Egyptian forces on high alert after Israels takeover of Rafah crossing in Gaza

Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © The National ]

Hamas has offered a ceasefire deal. Heres why that wont bring an immediate end to the war in Gaza

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © CNN News ]

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07 May 2024

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AL Chief: Although Hamas accepted Egyptian-Qatari proposal for a ceasefire, Israel has bad intentions

Middle East Peace and Security Counter terrorism

[ © Egypt Today ]

06 May 2024

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Hamas, Israel entrench Gaza truce positions

Crisis management Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © RTL Today ]

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03 May 2024

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UN estimates rebuilding Gaza will cost $30 bn to $40 bn

Economy Counter terrorism

[ © The Peninsula Qatar ]

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Alarm in Israel at reports of possible ICC legal action over Gaza

Israel Counter terrorism

[ © BBC News ]

Alarm in Israel at reports of possible ICC legal action over Gaza

Israel Counter terrorism

[ © BBC News ]

US destroys 3 Houthi uncrewed aerial systems in Yemen

Counter terrorism Gulf of Aden Maritime Security

[ © Anadolu Agency ]

02 May 2024

AFRICA

Kenyan forces kill 6 Al-Shabaab terrorists in counter-terror operation

Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism Sub-Saharan Africa

[ © Anadolu Agency ]

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They hide when Israelis come: Palestinians despair of leadership after killing of colonels son

Counter terrorism Radicalisation

[ © The Guardian ]

Israel re-opens Erez crossing to allow more aid to reach northern Gaza

Counter terrorism Humanitarian Aid Israel

[ © Euronews ]

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Blinken says US cannot support Rafah assault without humanitarian plan

Humanitarian Aid Middle East Counter terrorism

[ © Middle East Online ]

30 April 2024

AFRICA

Lutte contre le terrorisme : Abou Houzeifa dit Hugo, lun des grands chefs de DAESH, neutralisé par larmée malienne

Counter terrorism Sahel

[ © Mali Jet ]

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Iraq repatriates nearly 700 more citizens linked to Islamic State group from Syrian camp

DAESH Counter terrorism Gulf Region

[ © Voice of America ]

Hamas to consider ceasefire-hostage release proposal that Israeli sources say could avert Rafah invasion

Counter terrorism Crisis management Policy

[ © CNN News ]

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Italys Navy Downs Suspected Houthi Drone Headed for Red Sea Merchant Vessel

Gulf of Aden Maritime Security Counter terrorism

[ © The Defense Post ]

29 April 2024

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At least 13 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes on Rafah, medical officials say

Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © RTE News ]

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26 April 2024

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South Africa extends troop deployment in Mozambique, DR Congo

Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © The East African ]

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24 April 2024

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Hamas to stay in Doha if useful for Gaza war mediation: Qatar

Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Al Arabiya News ]

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An Israeli-style Wagner Group: The Israeli ultra-Orthodox military unit in Washingtons crosshairs

Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © France 24 ]

22 April 2024

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EU, UK to pump funds into Somalia security sector

Horn of Africa Bilateral Cooperation Counter terrorism

[ © The East African ]

16 April 2024

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Israeli forces, armed settlers kill three Palestinians in West Bank

Israel Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © Gulf Today ]

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11 April 2024

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Israeli strike in Gaza kills 3 sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © Ahram Online ]

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09 April 2024

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US forces hit Houthi missile system in Yemen

Gulf of Aden Maritime Security Counter terrorism

[ © Voice Of America ]

05 April 2024

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Al-Quds Brigades shoot down Israeli drone

Israel Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © Albawaba ]

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03 April 2024

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Who was the Iranian military commander killed in the Damascus strike?

Counter terrorism Syria Iran

[ © Arab News ]

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02 April 2024

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Israel accused of killing Iranian generals in Syria

Counter terrorism Iran Israel

[ © BBC News ]

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US envoy for Yemen to visit Saudi Arabia and Oman to discuss Red Sea attacks

Gulf of Aden Maritime Security Counter terrorism

[ © Arab News ]

29 March 2024

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More than 40 killed in Israeli strikes on Syrias Aleppo

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Syria

[ © Al Jazeera ]

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28 March 2024

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Gaza starvation could amount to war crime, says UN human rights chief

Counter terrorism Peace and Security Crisis management

[ © BBC News ]

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State department officials resignation highlights rifts over US Gaza policy

Crisis management Counter terrorism

[ © The Guardian ]

20 March 2024

AFRICA

Somali Military Operations in Jubaland Win Back Territory from al-Shabaab

Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism Horn of Africa

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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18 March 2024

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Israel Launches Operation at Gaza City Hospital

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © Voice of America ]

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12 March 2024

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Italy Arrests Three Palestinians Planning Terror Attack

Counter terrorism Cooperative security Extremism

[ © Foundation for Defense of Democracies ]

12 March 2024

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Palestinians in Gaza break fast without joy of Ramadan as Israel-Hamas war rages on

Counter terrorism Crisis management Humanitarian Aid

[ © Al Arabiya News ]

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01 March 2024

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US Concerns Rising of an Israeli Ground Incursion into Lebanon

Counter terrorism Israel Lebanon

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

01 March 2024

AFRICA

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Is a Gaza ceasefire deal in sight?

Crisis management Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © BBC News ]

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27 February 2024

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Palestinian Authority PM Shtayyeh resigns citing new reality in Gaza

Crisis management Policy Counter terrorism

[ © BBC News ]

Aid delivery to Gaza falls by half since January: UNRWA

Counter terrorism Crisis management Humanitarian Aid

[ © UN News ]

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US used AI to find targets for strikes on Syria and Yemen

Counter terrorism Artificial intelligence New Technology

[ © The National ]

20 February 2024

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US says it struck underwater Houthi drone as rebel group claims critical hit on British ship

Gulf of Aden Counter terrorism Maritime Security

[ © The Bellingham Herald ]

14 February 2024

AFRICA

Somali Special Forces dismantle Al-Shabaab hideouts in Lower Shabelle

Counter terrorism Al-Shabaab (AS) Horn of Africa

[ © Halqabsi News ]

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Israel prepares full-scale ground offensive in Gazas Rafah

Counter terrorism Israel Crisis management

[ © Deutsche Welle ]

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US, UK carry out fresh strikes on Houthi-controlled Hodeidah province in Yemen

Counter terrorism Gulf of Aden Cooperative security

[ © Arab News ]

13 February 2024

AFRICA

S.Africa to send 2,900 troops to fight armed groups in Eastern DRC

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © The East African ]

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12 February 2024

AFRICA

Terrorism in Africa increased 100,000% during war on terror

Terrorism Cooperative security Counter terrorism

[ © Responsible Statecraft ]

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Israel frees two hostages in operation that killed at least 50 Palestinians

Israel Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © Radio France Internationale ]

Al Jazeera journalist is also a Hamas commander, IDF says

Terrorism Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Times Of Israel ]

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08 February 2024

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08 February 2024

AFRICA

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Gaza ceasefire: Israels PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejects Hamass proposed terms

Counter terrorism Israel Crisis management

[ © BBC News ]

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07 February 2024

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Ukrainian special forces in Sudan operating against Russian mercenaries

Counter terrorism Mercenary Group Russia

[ © The Guardian ]

06 February 2024

AFRICA

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Illusions and obstacles to the two-state solution initiatives after the Gaza war

Counter terrorism Middle East Crisis management

[ © Middle East Monitor ]

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05 February 2024

AFRICA

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Saudi Arabia Hosts Islamic Military Coalition, Announces $26.6 Mn to Support Initiatives

Arabian Peninsula Counter terrorism Economy

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

18 January 2024

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17 January 2024

AFRICA

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17 January 2024

AFRICA

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US expected to relist Yemens Houthis as specially designated global terrorists

Counter terrorism Gulf of Aden Maritime Security

[ © The Irish Times ]

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05 January 2024

AFRICA

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Israeli defence minister outlines postwar plan for Gaza as Blinken flies in

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © The Guardian ]

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Airstrike in central Baghdad kills Iran-backed militia leader as regional tensions escalate

Counter terrorism Gulf Region Peace and Security

[ © Associated Press ]

04 January 2024

AFRICA

Benin Boosts Security in North in Face of Extremist Attacks

Counter terrorism Sub-Saharan Africa Peace and Security

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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03 January 2024

AFRICA

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Senior Hamas figure Saleh al-Arouri killed in Lebanon

Counter terrorism Lebanon Peace and Security

[ © The Guardian ]

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28 December 2023

AFRICA

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Jordans Abdullah and Egypts Sisi discuss Gaza ceasefire, regional spillover

Middle East Cooperative security Counter terrorism

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

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Indian navy bolsters Arabian Sea forces after attacks

Maritime Security Gulf of Aden Counter terrorism

[ © The Jordan Times ]

27 December 2023

AFRICA

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Widespread casualties on day 80 of Lebanon conflict

Hezbollah Lebanon Counter terrorism

[ © Arab News ]

Israeli military says Gaza ground offensive has expanded into urban refugee camps

Israel Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Associated Press ]

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Iraq slams US after deadly strikes on pro-Iran forces

Counter terrorism Iran Peace and Security

[ © Al-Monitor ]

21 December 2023

AFRICA

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Israel uncovers major Hamas command center in Gaza City as cease-fire talks gain momentum

Israel Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Associated Press ]

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Cessation of hostilities, pause, ceasefire? US objections paralyze a resolution on Gaza in the Security Council

Counter terrorism Middle East Cooperative security

[ © El Pais ]

Op Prosperity Guardian will be third naval task force in African waters

Gulf of Aden Counter terrorism Maritime Security

[ © Defense Web ]

20 December 2023

AFRICA

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Israel signals readiness for new temporary truce in Gaza as pressure mounts

Counter terrorism Israel Radicalisation

[ © Al Jazeera ]

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19 December 2023

AFRICA

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US envoys work for new hostage release deal, scale-down of Israel-Hamas war but say no timetable

Crisis management Counter terrorism Israel

[ © Arab News ]

19 December 2023

AFRICA

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Israel Hamas war: Civilians loot aid trucks at Rafah crossing as Europe calls for ceasefire

Counter terrorism Israel Extremism

[ © Euronews ]

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18 December 2023

AFRICA

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15 December 2023

AFRICA

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Denmark and Germany announce arrests of terror suspects, including suspected Hamas members

Counter terrorism Middle East Cooperative security

[ © El Pais ]

15 December 2023

AFRICA

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07 December 2023

AFRICA

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Global Coalition unyielding against ISIS expansion in Africa

DAESH Africa Counter terrorism

[ © Defence Web ]

04 December 2023

AFRICA

Burkina, Niger to quit the anti-jihadist force G5 Sahel

Sahel Peace and Security Counter terrorism

[ © Africa News ]

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29 November 2023

AFRICA

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Pentagon says militia attacks against US military bases in Iraq, Syria subsided in recent days

Crisis management Counter terrorism Middle East

[ © Middle East Monitor ]

22 November 2023

AFRICA

Ethnic Militias in Niger Drive Brutal Cycles of Violence

Sahel Counter terrorism Terrorism

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

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10 November 2023

AFRICA

Bénin: larmée mène plusieurs opérations dans le nord du pays

West-Africa Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Radio France Internationale ]

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09 November 2023

AFRICA

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U.S., Israel and Qatar discussing pause in Gaza fighting of up to 3 days, diplomats say

Israel Crisis management Counter terrorism

[ © ABC News ]

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G-7 adopts unified stance on Israel-Hamas war after intensive meetings in Tokyo

Cooperative security Israel Counter terrorism

[ © Los Angeles Times ]

US launches 2nd round of airstrikes on Iran-backed groups it says attacked American troops

Counter terrorism Iran Syria

[ © ABC News ]

08 November 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

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Whats an Attack? In Iraq and Syria, Thats Not Always Clear

DAESH Counter terrorism Gulf Region

[ © Air & Space Magazine ]

06 November 2023

AFRICA

Morocco and Mauritania strengthen military and security cooperation to confront terrorism

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Bilateral Cooperation

[ © Atalayar ]

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Israel launches major strikes on Gaza as violence flares up on Lebanon boundary

Counter terrorism Israel Lebanon

[ © The Guardian ]

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Blinken shuttles from the West Bank to Iraq trying to contain the fallout from the Israel-Hamas war

Counter terrorism Israel Middle East

[ © Associated Press ]

03 November 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli troops encircle Gaza City IDF

Counter terrorism Crisis management

[ © Deutsche Welle ]

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26 October 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Israel demands UN chief resign over Hamas attack comments

Israel Counter terrorism Cooperative security

[ © BBC News ]

US troops report injuries from Iraq and Syria drone attacks

Counter terrorism DAESH Syria

[ © The National ]

Israel-Hamas war: EU leaders to call for Gaza humanitarian pauses

Counter terrorism Israel Peace and Security

[ © The Irish Times ]

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18 October 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Saudi Arabia Exerting Extraordinary Efforts for Yemen Peace

Arabian Peninsula Peace and Security Counter terrorism

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

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17 October 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

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African-Nordic European Ministerial Meeting in Algiers Discusses Terrorism, Poverty

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Humanitarian Aid

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

16 October 2023

AFRICA

Nigeria rescues 98 kidnapped by militants

West-Africa Counter terrorism Extremism

[ © Nation ]

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10 October 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Fight to recapture Israeli towns taking longer than expected

Israel Counter terrorism Extremism

[ © Middle East Online ]

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UN Security Council meets on Gaza-Israel, but fails to agree on statement

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Middle East

[ © Al Jazeera ]

US moves warships closer to Israel after Hamas attack

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Israel

[ © BBC News ]

04 October 2023

AFRICA

Al-Shabaab reverts to sporadic retaliatory attacks in Somalia after defeat

Al-Shabaab (AS) Horn of Africa Counter terrorism

[ © Garowe Online ]

MIDDLE EAST

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03 October 2023

AFRICA

Three clan leaders unite to combat al-Shabab in Galmudug and Hirshabelle states

Horn of Africa Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism

[ © Hiiraan Online ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

29 September 2023

AFRICA

Somalia fails to convince AU to delay its troop drawdown

Horn of Africa Cooperative security Counter terrorism

[ © Halbeeg ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

27 September 2023

AFRICA

Nigeria Troops Rescue Abducted Students

Gulf of Guinea Counter terrorism Society

[ © The Defense Post ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

25 September 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Iran Says 28 Islamic State Members Held Over Tehran Plot

Iran Counter terrorism DAESH

[ © Voice Of America ]

TRANSNATIONAL

22 September 2023

AFRICA

Somali PM Optimistic About Winning Stronger International Support Against Al-Shabab

Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism Cooperative security

[ © Voice of America ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

20 September 2023

AFRICA

Au nord-est du Bénin, une frontière sous tension

Counter terrorism Crisis management Sahel

[ © Le Monde ]

MIDDLE EAST

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14 September 2023

AFRICA

US Military Resumes Drone, Manned Counterterrorism Missions in Niger

Counter terrorism Sub-Saharan Africa Peace and Security

[ © Voice of America ]

MIDDLE EAST

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13 September 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

US designates seven financiers, operatives as Hezbollah terrorists

Counter terrorism Hezbollah Cooperative security

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

Iraq seeks new future relations with US-led coalition to fight ISIS

DAESH Gulf Region Counter terrorism

[ © The National ]

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MINUSMA Closes Camps, Withdraws Troops Amid Surging Violence in Mali

Cooperative security Sahel Counter terrorism

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

05 September 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Israel halts exports from Gaza at key crossing, says explosives found

Counter terrorism Israel

[ © Al Jazeera ]

TRANSNATIONAL

01 September 2023

AFRICA

Nigers coup weakens regional fight against Boko Haram: four reasons why

Counter terrorism Sub-Saharan Africa Cooperative security

[ © Defense Web ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

25 August 2023

AFRICA

Libya captures Daesh militant behind three attacks: Tripoli

DAESH North-Africa Counter terrorism

[ © Arab News ]

MIDDLE EAST

As West Bank Shootings Rise, Israels Government Vows to Retaliate

Counter terrorism Israel Extremism

[ © The New York Times ]

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24 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

US Sees IS Effectiveness Decreasing, but Analysts Warn Resurgence Still Possible

Counter terrorism DAESH Arabian Peninsula

[ © Voice of America ]

TRANSNATIONAL

23 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Israeli strikes hit military targets near Damascus, Syrian state media says

Counter terrorism Israel Hezbollah

[ © The National ]

TRANSNATIONAL

22 August 2023

AFRICA

Somalia bans TikTok and Telegram to curb terrorist propaganda

Counter terrorism New Technology Horn of Africa

[ © Africa News ]

MIDDLE EAST

Armed groups take over all schools in Ain Al Hilweh refugee camp

Counter terrorism Lebanon Al Qaeda (AQ)

[ © The National ]

TRANSNATIONAL

17 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

US sanctions Green Without Borders for backing Hezbollah terror activity

Hezbollah Counter terrorism Peace and Security

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

TRANSNATIONAL

Coup in Niger Upends U.S. Terrorism Fight and Could Open a Door for Russia

Counter terrorism Sub-Saharan Africa Russia

[ © The New York Times ]

16 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

WATCH: Israeli forces blast terror lab amid terrorist gunfire in West Bank

Counter terrorism Israel Extremism

[ © The Jerusalem Post ]

TRANSNATIONAL

11 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Lebanese Army Deploys in Village after Deadly Shootout

Counter terrorism Lebanon Hezbollah

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

TRANSNATIONAL

10 August 2023

AFRICA

Somali military Chief meets with ATMIS Head to discuss stability and bolstering of counter-terrorism efforts

Counter terrorism Cooperative security Horn of Africa

[ © Frontier Online ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

09 August 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Iraqi air forces destroy ISIS hideouts in Hamrin Mountains

Counter terrorism DAESH Gulf Region

[ © Iraqui News ]

TRANSNATIONAL

Analysts: Collective Action Urgently Needed To Combat Terrorism

Cooperative security Counter terrorism Africa

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

02 August 2023

AFRICA

Record Increase In Extremist Attacks Shows Malian Juntas Ineffective Strategy

Counter terrorism Sahel Crisis management

[ © Africa Defense Forum ]

Atmis continues troop drawdown in Somalia amid Al Shabaab threats

Horn of Africa Counter terrorism Al-Shabaab (AS)

[ © The East African ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

20 July 2023

AFRICA

Winning talk doesnt mean Mozambiques insurgency is over

Al-Shabaab (AS) Counter terrorism Policy

[ © Defence Web ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

13 July 2023

AFRICA

Former Somali leaders gather in Mogadishu for a high-level consultation meeting

Counter terrorism Policy Horn of Africa

[ © Hiiraan Online ]

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

05 July 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

TRANSNATIONAL

France Returns 35 Citizens from Camp in Syria Housing Thousands Linked to ISIS

Counter terrorism Syria DAESH

[ © Asharq Al-Awsat ]

04 July 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Thousands of Palestinians flee Jenin refugee camp after major Israeli raid in West Bank

Crisis management Israel Counter terrorism

[ © The Guardian ]

TRANSNATIONAL

29 June 2023

AFRICA

MIDDLE EAST

Qatar Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen International Cooperation to Counter-Terrorism, Violent Extremism

Counter terrorism Cooperative security Extremism

[ © Africa Newsroom ]

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