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The world commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with ceremonies in New York and global reflections on the event's lasting impact. Observers analyze how the tragedy reshaped international relations, security policies, and the urban landscape of Lower Manhattan.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, Al Qaeda has evolved from Bin Laden's organization into a decentralized franchise network expanding rapidly across the Sahel and Somalia.
Ahmad Shah Massoud, Osama Bin Laden's primary Taliban rival, was assassinated in a suicide bombing just two days before the September 11 attacks, a fact highlighted in new reporting on Al Qaeda's operations.
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash after giving a symbolic pen to a former al Qaeda defense lawyer. The gesture has drawn criticism for its perceived insensitivity regarding victims of terrorism.
Reports indicate a developing operational partnership between al Qaeda and Houthi forces, posing a new security threat to American interests in the region.
A United Nations report indicates that a $50 million hostage ransom payment was used to fund al-Qaeda's offensive in Mali.
Mali's significant gold and lithium deposits add a mineral dimension to the region as reports suggest the Trump team is considering strikes against al Qaeda-linked terrorists in the Sahel.
Reports indicate that several terrorist organizations, including Al Qaeda, Islamic State, and Boko Haram, are leveraging artificial intelligence tools to facilitate the planning of attacks and the creation of explosives.
Militants linked to Al-Qaeda have claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on the international airport in Niger's capital, which resulted in 11 deaths. This marks another assault by jihadists on the airport.
West Africa is grappling with escalating instability, marked by the assassination of Mali's Defence Minister, separatists aligning with Al Qaeda-linked groups, and a military junta, backed by Russian forces, struggling to contain the unrest.
A man named Hasnain Iqbal was arrested in Kolkata following a joint investigation by the cyber cell and Special Task Force. He is accused of sending a suicide bomb threat email to Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, which mentioned Al Qaeda.
Fifteen years after Osama Bin Laden was killed by Americans in Pakistan, this article examines the current state of Al Qaeda, arguing that the organization has not died but has expanded.
Al Qaeda-linked insurgents in Mali have issued a call for citizens to rise up and establish Sharia law, with reports indicating they have set up checkpoints around the capital.
Al-Qaeda-linked militants launched complex terrorist attacks targeting military bases in Mali. These attacks prompted condemnation from international bodies like ECOWAS and countries including Saudi Arabia and Senegal, who also called for regional unity.
The U.S. is nearing a deal with Mali that will allow Washington to resume flying aircraft and drones over the West African country's airspace to gather intelligence on jihadist groups linked to al Qaeda, according to one current U.S. official and a former U.S. official.
The U.S. Embassy reissued a 'Level 2' travel advisory for Côte d'Ivoire, warning American travelers of increased crime, terrorism threats, and piracy risks in the popular vacation destination.
Nations around the world are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, reflecting on their lasting impact on global security and politics. In the US, the anniversary observances proceed amidst political discussions regarding official attendance at Ground Zero ceremonies.
A commentary highlights the heroic actions of Flight 93 passengers, led by Todd Beamer's 'Let's roll' call, who fought back against al Qaeda hijackers on September 11.
The Al Qaeda leader became a global figure with the 9/11 attacks, but his Islamist trajectory began many years earlier.
Yasmine Mohammed, who was forced to marry an al-Qaeda member, discusses her experiences with Islamic radicalism and forced marriage in a Fox News interview.
A new and extremely dangerous alliance is forming on both sides of the Gulf of Aden, with potential consequences far beyond Yemen and Somalia. Houthis and Al Qaeda: The unholy alliance...
The United Nations reported that a $50 million hostage ransom was used to fund al Qaeda's offensive in Mali. This revelation highlights the complex financing mechanisms of terrorist organizations in the region.
A court in Oriire, Nigeria, has sentenced abductors, highlighting the ongoing issue of terrorism in the country, which involves both local radicalized youths and foreign-affiliated groups like ISWAP and Al Qaeda.
An al-Qaeda affiliate in West Africa has claimed responsibility for coordinated attacks on army positions across Mali. These insurgent actions highlight ongoing security challenges in the region.
Tunisia's national football team sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 loss to Sweden in their World Cup opener, appointing Herve Renard as his replacement. Meanwhile, Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha gained significant social media following and recognition for his performance against Spain in the tournament.
Reports indicate that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has formed a nexus with Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Al Qaeda, which is contributing to the rise of terrorism.
Iyad Ag Ghali, the leader of the local Al Qaeda branch and the most wanted jihadist in the Sahel, is reportedly orchestrating a strategic alliance between Tuareg rebels and radical Islamists, posing a significant threat to the Malian government.
Insurgents linked to Al Qaeda have reportedly established checkpoints around Mali's capital and are calling on Malians to rise up, indicating escalating instability.
An Al Qaeda-affiliated group has claimed that the Malian army has withdrawn from a northern town, indicating a spread of the insurgency. This development suggests a shifting dynamic in the region's conflict.
Jihadist groups and Tuareg rebels claimed responsibility for a series of large-scale, coordinated attacks on Malian army bases across the country, leading to fresh battles and prompting condemnation from the UN.
Islamist militants from an al Qaeda-linked group killed 10 long-haul truck drivers and two teenage apprentices who were travelling through Mali's western Kayes region in late January, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Tuesday.
The Norwegian has been charged with participation in Al Qaeda in Yemen for 13 years. Now the case has been dropped. The defense lawyer reacts strongly to how long it has taken.
Experts say al Qaeda still serves as a source of support for militants in many regions...
The Taliban claim that Afghanistan is no longer a sanctuary for terrorist groups, but Al Qaeda and others are still present, reviving old fears.
President Zelensky announced additional meetings with US envoys to discuss a peace package and potential compromises. The discussions aim to address the ongoing war despite limited immediate breakthroughs.
Vatican archives have yielded a previously unknown letter from Pope Alexander II, suggesting papal endorsement of William's campaign against England's rival-backed monarchy.
The United States announced it would impose the 'toughest sanctions in history' on Iran, aiming to 'squash' its economy. Iran responded by labeling the new American threats and sanctions as 'economic terrorism'.
Mali's army confirmed the release of 82 soldiers who had been held captive since nationwide attacks in April by al Qaeda-linked militants and a rebel group.
Militants linked to al Qaeda and a Tuareg-led separatist group ambushed a military convoy in northern Mali, with sources close to the rebels claiming over 50 soldiers and allied Russian fighters were killed and others taken hostage.
The story of Iraqi footballer Aymen Hussein, who grew up in war-torn Iraq, lost his father to al Qaeda, and his brother to ISIS, is highlighted as he becomes the face of Iraqi football.
Jihadists affiliated with al Qaeda in Mali are reportedly curbing their brutality, holding routine meetings with villagers to collect taxes and distribute aid, including food, medicine, and animals.
An Odisha court has acquitted a man accused of raising funds for Al Qaeda, citing 'not a scrap of convincing evidence' against him.
A CIA report revealed that Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden had agreed in writing to relocate from Abbottabad by September 2011, with the agency claiming unawareness of the relocation plan.
Al Qaeda-linked insurgents in Mali have called on citizens to rise up and establish Sharia law, with reports indicating they have set up checkpoints around the capital.
Mali's Defense Minister was reportedly killed in a major offensive by rebels, some linked to al-Qaeda, which also saw a key city captured. This crisis has led to Russian mercenaries withdrawing from the affected city.
President Trump has claimed Iran was 'probably involved' in the 2000 bombing of the USS Cole by Al Qaeda, which killed 17 U.S. sailors, prompting a judge to order a search for related records.
Militants linked to al Qaeda and Islamic State are rapidly increasing their attacks on the borderlands between Niger, Benin and Nigeria, turning remote transit corridors into active conflict zones, according to a crisis monitoring group.