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At least 32 dead in hotel attack in Somalia

Al-Shabaab, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, was behind the deadly attack on a hotel in Mogadishu, resulting in multiple casualties and demonstrating the ongoing threat of militant activity in Somalia.

9/11: A timeline of the events of the September 11 attacks

Planning for the September 11 attacks began years earlier, involving meticulous strategy and multiple attempts before the final execution in 2001.

Bishop of Barsalogho: 'Stop betraying each other' DW 08/28/2024

Bishop Nare emphasizes the need for mourning and solidarity following the deadly attacks in Barsalogho, reflecting the broader tragedy in Burkina Faso.

Southport stabbings: What we know about suspect Axel Rudakubana amid terror charge

The accused teenager faces new terrorism charges, including possession of ricin and an Al-Qaeda manual, raising potential motives for his actions.

Burkina Faso vows 'determined response' against terrorists DW 08/27/2024

Burkina Faso's government vows to combat terrorism after a deadly attack by al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM, which resulted in numerous casualties.

Revisited - Madrid train bombings: An open wound, twenty years on

The Madrid bombings in 2004 were one of Spain's deadliest terrorist attacks.
The investigation into the bombings resulted in convictions of local Islamist groups, but no direct link to a supranational terrorist organization was found.

At least 32 dead in hotel attack in Somalia

Al-Shabaab, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, was behind the deadly attack on a hotel in Mogadishu, resulting in multiple casualties and demonstrating the ongoing threat of militant activity in Somalia.

9/11: A timeline of the events of the September 11 attacks

Planning for the September 11 attacks began years earlier, involving meticulous strategy and multiple attempts before the final execution in 2001.

Bishop of Barsalogho: 'Stop betraying each other' DW 08/28/2024

Bishop Nare emphasizes the need for mourning and solidarity following the deadly attacks in Barsalogho, reflecting the broader tragedy in Burkina Faso.

Southport stabbings: What we know about suspect Axel Rudakubana amid terror charge

The accused teenager faces new terrorism charges, including possession of ricin and an Al-Qaeda manual, raising potential motives for his actions.

Burkina Faso vows 'determined response' against terrorists DW 08/27/2024

Burkina Faso's government vows to combat terrorism after a deadly attack by al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM, which resulted in numerous casualties.

Revisited - Madrid train bombings: An open wound, twenty years on

The Madrid bombings in 2004 were one of Spain's deadliest terrorist attacks.
The investigation into the bombings resulted in convictions of local Islamist groups, but no direct link to a supranational terrorist organization was found.
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#mali

Bloody attack in Mali's capital shows al-Qaeda's shifting strategy

Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin's attack in Mali highlights growing Islamist violence and challenges counter-operations by Russian mercenaries.

Assault on Mali's Capital Killed 50 or More, but Leaders Say Little

The recent attack in Mali highlights the severe security challenges and the significant threat posed by extremist groups in the region.

Bloody attack in Mali's capital shows al-Qaeda's shifting strategy

Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin's attack in Mali highlights growing Islamist violence and challenges counter-operations by Russian mercenaries.

Assault on Mali's Capital Killed 50 or More, but Leaders Say Little

The recent attack in Mali highlights the severe security challenges and the significant threat posed by extremist groups in the region.
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#syria

US says it killed 37 ISIL, Hurras al-Din fighters in separate Syria attacks

U.S. airstrikes in Syria have significantly impacted ISIL and al-Qaeda leadership, aiming to prevent terror resurgence.

Syria: US airstrikes kill 37 Islamist militants DW 09/29/2024

The US military conducted airstrikes in Syria, killing 37 militants affiliated with ISIS and al-Qaeda to disrupt their operations.

Anti-Assad Syrians lead protests against prison torture by rebel group

People in northwestern Syria protest against Hay'et Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), former al-Qaeda affiliate, for alleged torture of prisoners to death.
Protests across Idlib reflect opposition to HTS, calling attention to the group's brutality and advocating for justice and freedom.

US says it killed 37 ISIL, Hurras al-Din fighters in separate Syria attacks

U.S. airstrikes in Syria have significantly impacted ISIL and al-Qaeda leadership, aiming to prevent terror resurgence.

Syria: US airstrikes kill 37 Islamist militants DW 09/29/2024

The US military conducted airstrikes in Syria, killing 37 militants affiliated with ISIS and al-Qaeda to disrupt their operations.

Anti-Assad Syrians lead protests against prison torture by rebel group

People in northwestern Syria protest against Hay'et Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), former al-Qaeda affiliate, for alleged torture of prisoners to death.
Protests across Idlib reflect opposition to HTS, calling attention to the group's brutality and advocating for justice and freedom.
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#burkina-faso

Armed groups' terrorising Burkina Faso: HRW

Armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIL are escalating attacks on civilians in Burkina Faso, causing significant casualties and humanitarian crises.

Up to 200 people killed in attack in central Burkina Faso

Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin claims responsibility for a deadly attack in Burkina Faso, reflecting growing insecurity in the region.

Armed groups' terrorising Burkina Faso: HRW

Armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIL are escalating attacks on civilians in Burkina Faso, causing significant casualties and humanitarian crises.

Up to 200 people killed in attack in central Burkina Faso

Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin claims responsibility for a deadly attack in Burkina Faso, reflecting growing insecurity in the region.
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Suicide bomber kills 16 soldiers in southern Yemen, official says

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing in Yemen that killed 16 soldiers, reflecting ongoing violence in the region.

Belarus In Talks With Berlin Over German Man Sentenced To Death

Pakistani Counterterrorism Department arrested an Al-Qaeda leader linked to Osama Bin Laden for planning terrorist attacks in Punjab.

Russia expands its presence in the Sahel

Russia is strengthening its ties with African countries in the Sahel, including Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso.
Russia is extending its soft power in the Sahel through military cooperation, commercial links, and infrastructure projects.

WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Seeks Drone Bases in Coastal West Africa to Stem Islamist Advance

The U.S. is seeking to base military drones along the West African coast to counter the spread of al Qaeda and Islamic State.
Preliminary talks are being held to allow American drones to use airfields in Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Benin.
#war-crimes

Qaeda Commander at Guantanamo Bay Sentenced for War Crimes

The U.S. military jury handed a 30-year prison sentence to a former Al Qaeda commander for war crimes, but a plea agreement reduced it to 8 years.

War Veterans and Family Testify at Al Qaeda Commander's War Crimes Tribunal

The emotional and physical toll of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan was highlighted during the sentencing trial of Abd al-Hadi al-Iraqi.

Qaeda Commander at Guantanamo Bay Sentenced for War Crimes

The U.S. military jury handed a 30-year prison sentence to a former Al Qaeda commander for war crimes, but a plea agreement reduced it to 8 years.

War Veterans and Family Testify at Al Qaeda Commander's War Crimes Tribunal

The emotional and physical toll of the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan was highlighted during the sentencing trial of Abd al-Hadi al-Iraqi.
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