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Emergency Meeting Called on Hezbollah
Worldaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet1mo ago2 sources

Emergency Meeting Called on Hezbollah

Sources indicate that an extraordinary meeting has been scheduled to discuss the militant group Hezbollah. The purpose and specific agenda of the meeting were not immediately disclosed.

Hezbollah's Strategic Importance to Iran
WorldDW2mo ago

Hezbollah's Strategic Importance to Iran

An analysis explores why the Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant group remains crucial for Iran's power projection in the Middle East, with Tehran insisting on their inclusion in any peace deal with the US and Israel.

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Miyetti Allah Rejects Link Between Fulani and Militant Groups

Miyetti Allah has rejected any connection between the Fulani people and militant groups, stating that 30,000 militants do not represent the 14.5 million Fulani Nigerians. The organization denies claims of Fulani involvement in militant activities.

German Red Army Faction Militant Sentenced to 13 Years After Decades on the Run
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German Red Army Faction Militant Sentenced to 13 Years After Decades on the Run

Daniela Klette, a former member of Germany's Red Army Faction, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robberies after evading authorities for over 30 years. She was one of Germany's most wanted women and was reportedly found with the help of AI.

NIA Details Pahalgam Attackers' Movements and Pakistan Link
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NIA Details Pahalgam Attackers' Movements and Pakistan Link

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has revealed new details regarding the Pahalgam attack, including the attackers' movements before the incident and alleged links to Pakistan and the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militant group. The investigation highlighted the precise timeline of the attack and the methods used by the perpetrators.

Worldnaharnet3mo ago

US Senate Hearing Discusses Disarming Hezbollah

A US Senate hearing on the Middle East concluded with discussions and considerations regarding potential strategies for disarming the Lebanese political party and militant group Hezbollah.

Israel Destroys Major Hezbollah Tunnel Network in South Lebanon
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Israel Destroys Major Hezbollah Tunnel Network in South Lebanon

The Israeli army announced it has unearthed and destroyed a vast Hezbollah tunnel network, described as the largest of its kind, in southern Lebanon. The operation involved dismantling the extensive underground system used by the militant group.

Lebanon President Aoun Seeks Israel Talks Amid Hezbollah Dissent
WorldNYTnzzSCMP+5japan-timesKorea HeraldnaftemporikiAhram Onlinedhaka-tribune3mo ago8 sources

Lebanon President Aoun Seeks Israel Talks Amid Hezbollah Dissent

Lebanese President Michel Aoun announced his intention to engage in talks with Israel to end hostilities and occupation, aiming to "save" the country. However, the militant group Hezbollah has expressed strong dissent, warning against concessions and calling for the president to withdraw from negotiations.

Fourth Suspect Arrested in Arson Attack on Czech Arms Factory
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Fourth Suspect Arrested in Arson Attack on Czech Arms Factory

Police in the Czech Republic have arrested a fourth suspect in connection with an arson attack on an arms factory, as investigations continue to identify further individuals involved.

Hamas Considers Trump-Backed Disarmament Plan
PoliticsNYT4mo ago

Hamas Considers Trump-Backed Disarmament Plan

Hamas is reportedly considering a disarmament proposal from Trump's "Board of Peace," which outlines a phased process for the militant group to surrender weapons in exchange for Israeli troop withdrawal. A response is expected soon.

Drone and Rocket Attacks in Baghdad
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Drone and Rocket Attacks in Baghdad

Iraq's capital, Baghdad, experienced drone and rocket attacks on Monday evening and Tuesday morning. It is currently unclear whether Iran or a militant group was responsible for the strikes.

Israelis on border with Lebanon stay put despite Hezbollah strike threat
WorldFrance 245mo ago

Israelis on border with Lebanon stay put despite Hezbollah strike threat

On March 6, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a wave of strikes targeting Israeli forces, in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Lebanon the day before. It also warned Israel residents to evacuate from area within 5km of the border. Just south of it, most Israelis are determined to stay put.

Is Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict the 'new normal?'
WorldDWDawn5mo ago2 sources

Is Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict the 'new normal?'

The worst outbreak of fighting in decades comes as Pakistan accuses the Taliban of harboring militant groups. Without a clear path towards reconciliation, the threat of protracted violence looms.

Trump Touts Pledges at First Board of Peace Meeting
PoliticsThe GuardianAl JazeeraThe Independent+3Times of IndiaThe WeekTehran Times5mo ago6 sources

Trump Touts Pledges at First Board of Peace Meeting

President Trump announced that nine countries have pledged a combined $7 billion for a Gaza relief package at the inaugural meeting of his Board of Peace.

Japanese militant Kozo Okamoto dies in Lebanon at 78
WorldNYT20d ago

Japanese militant Kozo Okamoto dies in Lebanon at 78

Kozo Okamoto, a Japanese militant who survived a 1972 suicide mission as a member of the Japanese Red Army, a left-wing militant group aligned with the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, has died in Lebanon at the age of 78.

PoliticsDaily Nation24d ago

Uncle lures boys to Al-Shabaab father in Somalia

An uncle reportedly lured two boys across the border to their father, who is associated with the Al-Shabaab militant group in Somalia. The incident is being investigated as a cross-border anti-terror case.

Syria Intercepts Hezbollah Weapons Shipment from Iraq
WorldAl Jazeeradelfi-ltThe Independent+2jerusalem-postklix-ba27d ago5 sources

Syria Intercepts Hezbollah Weapons Shipment from Iraq

Syrian authorities announced they intercepted a large shipment of advanced weapons, including rockets, hidden inside an oil tanker from Iraq and allegedly bound for Lebanon's Hezbollah. This seizure highlights ongoing efforts to prevent arms transfers to the militant group.

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Mali Attacks Highlight Growing Militant Reach in West Africa

A series of recent attacks in Mali has drawn attention to the expanding operational reach and influence of militant groups across the broader West African region. These incidents underscore the escalating security challenges faced by countries in the area.

New IRA Claims Attack, Threatens Police Officers in Northern Ireland
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New IRA Claims Attack, Threatens Police Officers in Northern Ireland

The New IRA, a Northern Irish militant group, has claimed responsibility for a recent attack and issued a threat to target police officers in their homes. This development has fueled fears of a broader militant network.

Mali Hit by Coordinated Militant and Separatist Attacks
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+47FTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeracbcnosruv+39 more3mo ago50 sources

Mali Hit by Coordinated Militant and Separatist Attacks

Militant groups, including JNIM and Tuareg rebels, launched a series of coordinated attacks involving explosions and gunfire across Mali, targeting the capital Bamako and other cities. The Malian army confirmed clashes, drawing international condemnation and expressions of solidarity.

Ugandan and Congolese Forces Rescue 200 Hostages From ADF Militants
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Ugandan and Congolese Forces Rescue 200 Hostages From ADF Militants

Ugandan and Congolese military forces successfully rescued approximately 200 hostages from the ISIL-backed Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militants in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The joint operation targeted the militant group's strongholds in the region.

Persian Gulf Countries Fear Iran-Backed Militant Groups
Worldjutarnji-listpress-tv4mo ago2 sources

Persian Gulf Countries Fear Iran-Backed Militant Groups

Persian Gulf countries have expressed concern that Iran could activate 'sleeper weapons' through militant groups, fearing these proxies could destabilize their regimes and escalate the Middle East conflict.

Turkey says it is closely following actions of Iranian Kurdish PJAK militant group
Worldin-cyprus5mo ago

Turkey says it is closely following actions of Iranian Kurdish PJAK militant group

Turkey said on Thursday that it was closely following the actions of the Iranian Kurdish PJAK militant group, which it said threatened Iran’s security and regional stability, amid reports of discussions between Iranian Kurdish militias and Washington about the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran. On Tuesday, sources told Reuters that the Iranian Kurdish groups […]

Lebanon bans Hezbollah's armed wing after rocket fire
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Lebanon bans Hezbollah's armed wing after rocket fire

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah had previously launched rockets toward Israel to avenge the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei, prompting sweeping Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 52 in Beirut.

What's behind Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict?
PoliticsFrance 245mo ago

What's behind Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict?

Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan including the capital Kabul on Friday, with Islamabad's defence minister declaring the neighbours at "open war". It comes after months of tit-for-tat clashes, with Islamabad accusing Afghanistan of failing to act against militant groups that carry out attacks in Pakistan, which the Taliban government denies. France 24’s Douglas Herbert takes a closer look at the causes of the conflict.

Can Trump’s Board of Peace succeed while Hamas still runs Gaza?
PoliticsBBCSCMP5mo ago2 sources

Can Trump’s Board of Peace succeed while Hamas still runs Gaza?

Hamas is cementing its hold over Gaza by placing loyalists in key government roles, collecting taxes and paying salaries, according to an Israeli military assessment and sources in the Palestinian enclave. Hamas’ continuing influence over key Gaza power structures has fuelled widespread scepticism about the prospects of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan, which requires the militant group to give up its weapons in exchange for an Israeli military withdrawal from the territory. Trump’s...

Lebanese President Sets Conditions for Hezbollah Disarmament
Politicsklix-baexpress-tribune22d ago2 sources

Lebanese President Sets Conditions for Hezbollah Disarmament

Lebanese President Michel Aoun stated that Lebanon has the capacity and will to disarm Hezbollah, but only if Israel withdraws from Lebanese territory, among other conditions. This declaration outlines the prerequisites for addressing the militant group's arsenal.

Hezbollah condemns Larijani killing as Iran vows revenge and prepares funeral
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Hezbollah condemns Larijani killing as Iran vows revenge and prepares funeral

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah condemned the killing of Iranian security chief Ali Larijani by Israel, calling it 'cowardly', as Iran continues to vow retaliation and prepares to hold a funeral for the assassinated official.

Middle East conflict: why is Israel attacking Lebanon? | The Latest
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Middle East conflict: why is Israel attacking Lebanon? | The Latest

Israel has deployed soldiers on the ground in southern Lebanon and is carrying out heavy airstrikes in the country as conflict in the Middle East continues to spread. It comes after the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah launched missiles and drones toward Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to the Beirut-based journalist Will Christou. Continue reading...

Iran war widens, threatens to engulf Lebanon
PoliticsNPR5mo ago

Iran war widens, threatens to engulf Lebanon

The war over Iran engulfed more of the Middle East and beyond on Monday as Lebanon's militant group Hezbollah responded to the killing of Iran's spiritual leader with its first attack on Israel in more than a year.

Why Are Pakistan and Afghanistan Fighting?
WorldNYTTimes of Indiaindian-express5mo ago3 sources

Why Are Pakistan and Afghanistan Fighting?

The renewed violence between the neighboring countries stems from Pakistan’s accusations that Afghanistan’s Taliban government has harbored a militant group.