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2 detained in deadly knife attack at German festival; Islamic State group claims responsibility

A stabbing attack at a Solingen music festival resulted in three deaths and multiple injuries, with a possible ISIS connection.
Two arrests made in connection with the attack, including one minor accused of not reporting prior knowledge.
The police are searching for more suspects as they investigate the motives behind the isolated incident.

New Sense of Fear': Taylor Swift Breaks Silence on Alleged Terrorist Plot Targeting Her Shows

Taylor Swift expressed devastation over canceling tour shows due to a foiled terrorist attack, emphasizing safety and the impact on her fans.
from www.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Dos adolescentes planeaban atentados en conciertos de Taylor Swift en Viena

The security authorities foiled a potential terrorist attack at a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna planned by radicalized teenagers.
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Two are dead after a stabbing attack near Tel Aviv.

Two people were stabbed to death and two others were injured in a suspected terrorist attack in Holon, Israel, with the suspect also being pronounced dead.

Israel-Hamas War: Early Signs Suggest Israel May Avoid Wartime Showdown Over Court Ruling

Israel's Supreme Court ruling challenged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government's authority to limit the judiciary's powers.
Netanyahu's government may delay taking further steps to rein in the court until the war is over.

Two are dead after a stabbing attack near Tel Aviv.

Two people were stabbed to death and two others were injured in a suspected terrorist attack in Holon, Israel, with the suspect also being pronounced dead.

Israel-Hamas War: Early Signs Suggest Israel May Avoid Wartime Showdown Over Court Ruling

Israel's Supreme Court ruling challenged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government's authority to limit the judiciary's powers.
Netanyahu's government may delay taking further steps to rein in the court until the war is over.
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Who Is Fuad Shukr, Target of the Israeli Strike on Beirut?

Fuad Shukr, a senior Hezbollah commander targeted by Israel, played key roles in Hezbollah's past and present operations.

Driver of Truck That Hit White House Security Barriers Pleads Guilty

The Missouri man who drove a truck with Nazi paraphernalia into White House security barriers agreed to plead guilty for property damage.
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Maine man sentenced to 27 years in prison in New Year's Eve machete attack near Times Square

Maine man sentenced to 27 years for terrorist attack near Times Square on New Year's Eve.
Judge cited Bickford's age and history of mental illness for leniency in sentencing.

Essex teenager plotted terrorist attack in London and planned to join Daesh

Matthew King, 19, has admitted to planning a terrorist attack in London (Image: Metropolitan Police) A teenager from Essex has admitted to planning an "indiscriminate attack on the public" in London.Matthew King, 19, spoke online about targeting police officers and army personnel and had planned to travel abroad to join Daesh, according to the Met.

Suspect in New Year's Eve Attack on Police Is Charged With Federal Crimes

Federal prosecutors filed charges on Tuesday against a 19-year-old Maine man whom the authorities have portrayed as carrying out a jihad-inspired terrorist attack on three New York City police officers near Times Square on New Year's Eve.State prosecutors said last week that the man, Trevor Bickford, had told investigators after he was arrested in the attack on the officers that he had come to New York to kill people and carry out jihad.

Maine man sentenced to 27 years in prison in New Year's Eve machete attack near Times Square

Maine man sentenced to 27 years for terrorist attack near Times Square on New Year's Eve.
Judge cited Bickford's age and history of mental illness for leniency in sentencing.

Essex teenager plotted terrorist attack in London and planned to join Daesh

Matthew King, 19, has admitted to planning a terrorist attack in London (Image: Metropolitan Police) A teenager from Essex has admitted to planning an "indiscriminate attack on the public" in London.Matthew King, 19, spoke online about targeting police officers and army personnel and had planned to travel abroad to join Daesh, according to the Met.

Suspect in New Year's Eve Attack on Police Is Charged With Federal Crimes

Federal prosecutors filed charges on Tuesday against a 19-year-old Maine man whom the authorities have portrayed as carrying out a jihad-inspired terrorist attack on three New York City police officers near Times Square on New Year's Eve.State prosecutors said last week that the man, Trevor Bickford, had told investigators after he was arrested in the attack on the officers that he had come to New York to kill people and carry out jihad.
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7 months ago

After Terrorist Attack in Russia, Tajik Migrants Endure a Crackdown

Many Central Asian migrants in Russia face fear and uncertainty post-terror attack.
Russian authorities intensify crackdown on migrants post-attack, leading to heightened xenophobic attacks.
from Washington Post
7 months ago

As death toll in Moscow attack rises to 143, migrants face fury and raids

Russian authorities raised the death toll to 143 in the Moscow terrorist attack.
Islamic State claimed responsibility, but Russia accused Ukraine, the United States, and Britain without evidence.

After Terrorist Attack in Russia, Tajik Migrants Endure a Crackdown

Many Central Asian migrants in Russia face fear and uncertainty post-terror attack.
Russian authorities intensify crackdown on migrants post-attack, leading to heightened xenophobic attacks.

As death toll in Moscow attack rises to 143, migrants face fury and raids

Russian authorities raised the death toll to 143 in the Moscow terrorist attack.
Islamic State claimed responsibility, but Russia accused Ukraine, the United States, and Britain without evidence.
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U.S. told Russia that Crocus City Hall was possible target of attack

The U.S. warned Russian officials of a potential terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall outside Moscow.
The warning provided by the U.S. had high specificity, contradicting Moscow's claims of generality.
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Why Russia's Vast Security Services Fell Short on Deadly Attack

Russian authorities dismissed warnings of a possible extremist attack at a concert hall in Moscow, leading to a major security lapse.
ISIS-K claimed responsibility for the deadly attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow.

Terror suspects appear in court in Russia showing signs of torture and abuse

Russian authorities arrested three more suspects in the Crocus City Hall shooting.
Videos emerged showing brutal treatment of suspects by Russian authorities.

Why Russia's Vast Security Services Fell Short on Deadly Attack

Russian authorities dismissed warnings of a possible extremist attack at a concert hall in Moscow, leading to a major security lapse.
ISIS-K claimed responsibility for the deadly attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow.

Terror suspects appear in court in Russia showing signs of torture and abuse

Russian authorities arrested three more suspects in the Crocus City Hall shooting.
Videos emerged showing brutal treatment of suspects by Russian authorities.
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Worries Over Ethnic Tensions Have Kremlin Treading Carefully on Massacre

Tensions arising from a deadly terrorist attack near Moscow have led to concerns about inciting ethnic hatred and discord in Russia.
The response from Russian officials, including rappers, prosecutors, and President Putin, focuses on preventing interethnic conflicts and addressing anti-migrant rhetoric online.

FSB chief, citing no proof, blames Ukraine and U.S. in Moscow terror attack

Russia blames Ukraine for Crocus City Hall attack with Western help
Accusations deflected attention from Russia's intelligence failures

Russia Digs In on Claim Ukraine and West Were Behind Terrorist Attack

Russia accuses Ukraine and Western allies of involvement in terrorist attack near Moscow without evidence.
Islamic State claims responsibility for the attack; eight arrests made in connection.

What to know about the Moscow concert attack and what's next in the case

Calls for harsh punishment for the attackers
Suspects charged with acts of terror and show signs of torture

Monday Briefing

Russia declared a national day of mourning after a terrorist attack near Moscow.
Russian officials are linking the attack to Ukraine despite ISIS claiming responsibility.

Monday Briefing: Two Charged in Moscow Attack

Russia mourns after deadly terrorist attack
Putin hints possible involvement of Ukraine
ISIS-K claim of responsibility questioned

Worries Over Ethnic Tensions Have Kremlin Treading Carefully on Massacre

Tensions arising from a deadly terrorist attack near Moscow have led to concerns about inciting ethnic hatred and discord in Russia.
The response from Russian officials, including rappers, prosecutors, and President Putin, focuses on preventing interethnic conflicts and addressing anti-migrant rhetoric online.

FSB chief, citing no proof, blames Ukraine and U.S. in Moscow terror attack

Russia blames Ukraine for Crocus City Hall attack with Western help
Accusations deflected attention from Russia's intelligence failures

Russia Digs In on Claim Ukraine and West Were Behind Terrorist Attack

Russia accuses Ukraine and Western allies of involvement in terrorist attack near Moscow without evidence.
Islamic State claims responsibility for the attack; eight arrests made in connection.

What to know about the Moscow concert attack and what's next in the case

Calls for harsh punishment for the attackers
Suspects charged with acts of terror and show signs of torture

Monday Briefing

Russia declared a national day of mourning after a terrorist attack near Moscow.
Russian officials are linking the attack to Ukraine despite ISIS claiming responsibility.

Monday Briefing: Two Charged in Moscow Attack

Russia mourns after deadly terrorist attack
Putin hints possible involvement of Ukraine
ISIS-K claim of responsibility questioned
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Moscow attack: gunmen were Tajik migrants in search of better life in Russia

Fayzov was a promising, hard-working stylist before the attack.
Limited details have emerged about the background of the alleged shooters, who were Tajik migrants.

Putin Says 'Radical Islamists' Behind Moscow Attack, But Also Suggests Ukraine, U.S. To Blame

Pakistani security forces thwarted insurgents' attack on naval facility in Baluchistan, killing four. BLA claimed responsibility.
No damage reported to Siddiqui air station. BLA designated terrorist group by Pakistan, Britain, and U.S.

Ukrainians Shun Kremlin Suggestions Their Country Was Behind Moscow Attack

Ukrainians react with concern and mockery to Kremlin narrative
Putin accused of using attacks to create rally-against-the-flag effect
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U.S. warnings preceded deadly Moscow attack; ISIS claims responsibility

The Islamic State claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a concert venue on the outskirts of Moscow.
The U.S. government had issued warnings about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow prior to the incident.

Supreme Court Case Threatens to Overhaul Online Advertising; TikTok to Build Two New Data Centres in Europe

In today's ExchangeWire news digest: Supreme Court case Gonzalez v. Google could reshape the online advertising industry; TikTok commits to building new data centres in Europe to dodge security concerns; and gaming giant Tencent retreats from metaverse development.Gonzalez v. Google poised to reshape online advertising
From today (21st February 2023), the US Supreme Court will hear a case that could reshape the online advertising landscape.

Supreme Court Wrestles With Suit Claiming Twitter Aided Terrorists

WASHINGTON The Supreme Court heard arguments on Wednesday over whether internet platforms may be sued for aiding and abetting international terrorism by failing to remove videos supporting the Islamic State.The case, which concerns a federal law allowing suits for knowingly providing substantial assistance to terrorists, was linked to one argued Tuesday that considered the separate question of whether platforms are immune from lawsuits under a 1996 law that shields them from liability for what their users post.

U.S. warnings preceded deadly Moscow attack; ISIS claims responsibility

The Islamic State claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a concert venue on the outskirts of Moscow.
The U.S. government had issued warnings about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow prior to the incident.

Supreme Court Case Threatens to Overhaul Online Advertising; TikTok to Build Two New Data Centres in Europe

In today's ExchangeWire news digest: Supreme Court case Gonzalez v. Google could reshape the online advertising industry; TikTok commits to building new data centres in Europe to dodge security concerns; and gaming giant Tencent retreats from metaverse development.Gonzalez v. Google poised to reshape online advertising
From today (21st February 2023), the US Supreme Court will hear a case that could reshape the online advertising landscape.

Supreme Court Wrestles With Suit Claiming Twitter Aided Terrorists

WASHINGTON The Supreme Court heard arguments on Wednesday over whether internet platforms may be sued for aiding and abetting international terrorism by failing to remove videos supporting the Islamic State.The case, which concerns a federal law allowing suits for knowingly providing substantial assistance to terrorists, was linked to one argued Tuesday that considered the separate question of whether platforms are immune from lawsuits under a 1996 law that shields them from liability for what their users post.
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Islamic State (IS) group claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings

Islamic State claims responsibility for twin explosions at memorial for Qassem Soleimani in Iran, killing nearly 100 people and injuring scores
Iran vows to retaliate and calls for mass protests

Heinous': World reacts to twin blasts that kill dozens in Iran

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised a harsh response' to attack in southeastern city of Kerman.

London facing the 'biggest convergence of threats we have seen for a very long time', MPs warned

London is facing a heightened danger of a terrorist attack due to the conflict in Gaza, according to police.
There has been a significant increase in counter-terrorism intelligence, referrals about online extremism, and calls to the anti-terrorism hotline.
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Tourist stabbed to death in Paris 'terror' attack

A terrorist attack took place near the Eiffel Tower, leaving one person dead and two others injured.
The attacker, known to authorities as a radical Islamist, shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested.

Deadly knife attack in central Paris, assailant arrested

One person died and two others were injured after an assailant stabbed passers-by near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The suspect shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested and was known for radical Islamism and psychiatric problems.

Deadly knife attack in central Paris, assailant arrested

One person died and two others were injured after an assailant stabbed passers-by near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The suspect shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested and was known for radical Islamism and psychiatric problems.

Tourist stabbed to death in Paris 'terror' attack

A terrorist attack took place near the Eiffel Tower, leaving one person dead and two others injured.
The attacker, known to authorities as a radical Islamist, shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested.

Deadly knife attack in central Paris, assailant arrested

One person died and two others were injured after an assailant stabbed passers-by near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The suspect shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested and was known for radical Islamism and psychiatric problems.

Deadly knife attack in central Paris, assailant arrested

One person died and two others were injured after an assailant stabbed passers-by near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The suspect shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested and was known for radical Islamism and psychiatric problems.
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Deadly knife attack in central Paris, assailant arrested

One person died and two others were injured after an assailant stabbed passers-by near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The suspect shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before being arrested and was known for radical Islamism and psychiatric problems.

Canadian man found guilty of murdering Muslim family in truck attack

Canadian man found guilty of murdering Muslim family in a terrorist attack inspired by white nationalism.
The attack sparked national shock and calls to address Islamophobia.
The perpetrator faces life imprisonment with no chance of parole for 25 years.

Woman goes on trial over bombing that killed Russian blogger

Darya Trepova is on trial for a terrorist attack in St. Petersburg, Russia, which resulted in the death of a prominent military blogger.
Trepova denies being knowingly involved in the incident and claims she didn't know what was inside the explosive device.
Russian authorities have blamed Ukrainian intelligence agencies for orchestrating the bombing.
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Former F.B.I. Agent Charged in Jan. 6 Riot

WASHINGTON Federal prosecutors have charged a former F.B.I. agent with illegally entering the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot and said he had called police officers Nazis as he encouraged a mob of Trump loyalists to kill them.The former agent, Jared L. Wise, was arrested on Monday and faces four misdemeanor counts, including disrupting the orderly conduct of government and trespassing, after agents received a tip in January 2022 that he had been inside the Capitol, according to a criminal complaint.

Paris attack puts spotlight on the Kurdish question

The Kurds inhabit largely mountainous regions across southeastern Turkey through northern Syria and Iraq to central Iran.They are often described as the world's largest people without a state.Many have been internally displaced in the Middle East because of decades of bitter conflicts, while others have been forced to flee persecution to the West, especially Western Europe.

Why does the U.S. government lock medicine away in secret warehouses?

One of the warehouses where stockpiled medicine, and medical supplies, are kept.U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Responses Surges in COVID-19, the flu and other respiratory illnesses are forcing the U.S. government to do something it normally reserves for emergencies: release hoards of stockpiled Tamiflu to states in dire need of more flu medicine.

8 in France convicted of roles in Bastille Day truck attack

A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with a truck attack more than six years ago by an Islamic State sympathizer that killed 86 people celebrating Bastille Day in the French Riviera city of Nice.The judge's verdict followed 3 1/2 months of sometimes heart-wrenching testimony from survivors of the 2016 attack, who during the trial described the horrors and carnage they witnessed that Thursday summer night and the impact on their lives since.

8 in France are convicted of their roles in a Bastille Day truck attack that killed 86

People look at flowers placed on the Promenade des Anglais at the scene of a truck attack on July 18, 2016, in Nice, southern France.A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with the Bastille Day attack that killed 86 people.Claude Paris/AP PARIS  A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with a truck attack more than six years ago by an Islamic State sympathizer that killed 86 people celebrating Bastille Day in the French Riviera city of Nice.

Lord Advocate welcomes Lockerbie bombing arrest

Scotland's top law officer has welcomed the arrest of a man suspected of the Lockerbie bombing.US officials said on Sunday that Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi had been detained on suspicion of building the bomb which downed Pan Am flight 103 over Lockerbie, killing 270 people, in December 1988.

Former F.B.I. Agent Charged in Jan. 6 Riot

WASHINGTON Federal prosecutors have charged a former F.B.I. agent with illegally entering the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot and said he had called police officers Nazis as he encouraged a mob of Trump loyalists to kill them.The former agent, Jared L. Wise, was arrested on Monday and faces four misdemeanor counts, including disrupting the orderly conduct of government and trespassing, after agents received a tip in January 2022 that he had been inside the Capitol, according to a criminal complaint.

Paris attack puts spotlight on the Kurdish question

The Kurds inhabit largely mountainous regions across southeastern Turkey through northern Syria and Iraq to central Iran.They are often described as the world's largest people without a state.Many have been internally displaced in the Middle East because of decades of bitter conflicts, while others have been forced to flee persecution to the West, especially Western Europe.

Why does the U.S. government lock medicine away in secret warehouses?

One of the warehouses where stockpiled medicine, and medical supplies, are kept.U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Responses Surges in COVID-19, the flu and other respiratory illnesses are forcing the U.S. government to do something it normally reserves for emergencies: release hoards of stockpiled Tamiflu to states in dire need of more flu medicine.

8 in France convicted of roles in Bastille Day truck attack

A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with a truck attack more than six years ago by an Islamic State sympathizer that killed 86 people celebrating Bastille Day in the French Riviera city of Nice.The judge's verdict followed 3 1/2 months of sometimes heart-wrenching testimony from survivors of the 2016 attack, who during the trial described the horrors and carnage they witnessed that Thursday summer night and the impact on their lives since.

8 in France are convicted of their roles in a Bastille Day truck attack that killed 86

People look at flowers placed on the Promenade des Anglais at the scene of a truck attack on July 18, 2016, in Nice, southern France.A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with the Bastille Day attack that killed 86 people.Claude Paris/AP PARIS  A French court on Tuesday convicted eight people charged in connection with a truck attack more than six years ago by an Islamic State sympathizer that killed 86 people celebrating Bastille Day in the French Riviera city of Nice.

Lord Advocate welcomes Lockerbie bombing arrest

Scotland's top law officer has welcomed the arrest of a man suspected of the Lockerbie bombing.US officials said on Sunday that Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi had been detained on suspicion of building the bomb which downed Pan Am flight 103 over Lockerbie, killing 270 people, in December 1988.
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San Diego Neo-Nazi Arrested After Antisemitic Incident at Anne Frank House, Sources Say | KQED

Originally from Canada, Wilson moved to Chula Vista in 2016.Then in 2021, he allegedly assaulted his neighbor while yelling homophobic slurs at him and was charged with a hate crime.Before he could be prosecuted, he fled the country.The San Diego County District Attorney's Office has declined to say whether it is attempting to extradite Wilson to the U.S. It did not provide a comment on Wilson's arrest.

Gunman Attacks Azerbaijan Embassy in Tehran, Killing the Head of Security

An armed man stormed the Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran on Friday, shooting dead the chief of security and wounding two guards, according to Iranian and Azerbaijani officials.While Iranian officials blamed the assault by the man, who was armed with an assault rifle, on personal motivations, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan called it a terrorist act and demanded a swift investigation.

San Diego Neo-Nazi Arrested After Antisemitic Incident at Anne Frank House, Sources Say | KQED

Originally from Canada, Wilson moved to Chula Vista in 2016.Then in 2021, he allegedly assaulted his neighbor while yelling homophobic slurs at him and was charged with a hate crime.Before he could be prosecuted, he fled the country.The San Diego County District Attorney's Office has declined to say whether it is attempting to extradite Wilson to the U.S. It did not provide a comment on Wilson's arrest.

Gunman Attacks Azerbaijan Embassy in Tehran, Killing the Head of Security

An armed man stormed the Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran on Friday, shooting dead the chief of security and wounding two guards, according to Iranian and Azerbaijani officials.While Iranian officials blamed the assault by the man, who was armed with an assault rifle, on personal motivations, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan called it a terrorist act and demanded a swift investigation.
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Pakistani ex-PM Imran Khan sets out economic rescue plan at rally

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan led a rally in the eastern city of Lahore, setting out his ideas to revive the country's spiralling economy and accusing the government of lacking a rescue plan.
he International Monetary Fund (IMF) has delayed a six billion US dollars (£5 billion) bailout over Pakistan's failure to meet the terms of a 2019 deal.

Pakistani ex-PM Khan sets out economic rescue plan at rally

Protected by a bulletproof barrier, former Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks during a rally in Lahore, Pakistan, Sunday, March 26, 2023, to pressure the government of Shahbaz Sharif to agree to hold snap elections.(AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary)LAHORE, Pakistan - Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan led a rally in the eastern city of Lahore in the early hours of Sunday, setting out his ideas to revive the country's spiraling economy and accusing the government of lacking a rescue plan.

Jury in Bike-Path Killer's Case Stalls as It Considers Death Penalty

A Manhattan jury weighing the fate of Sayfullo Saipov, an Uzbek man who used a truck to kill eight people in a 2017 terrorist attack on a Hudson River bike path, told a judge on Monday afternoon that it was unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether Mr. Saipov should be sentenced to death or life imprisonment without the chance of release.

Police Scotland's commitment to justice for Lockerbie families unwavering'

Scotland's outgoing Chief Constable has vowed the police will pursue justice for those who lost their lives in the Lockerbie disaster after the man accused of helping blow up Pan Am 103 appeared in court earlier this month.Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi is alleged to have helped make the bomb which killed all 259 passengers and crew on board the jumbo jet bound to New York from London on December 21, 1988.

Police release CCTV of car used by gunmen who shot off-duty detective

Police have released CCTV footage of the car used by the gunmen who shot senior detective John Caldwell at a sports complex in Co Tyrone last week.At least 10 shots were fired during the attack, with two hitting vehicles in the car park.A reward worth up to 20,000 is also being offered by the independent charity Crimestoppers to anyone who has key information about those responsible.

Russia blames terrorists' after reports of fighting near Ukraine border

The Kremlin has claimed Russia has been attacked by terrorists after conflicting reports of firefights emerged from the Bryansk and Kursk regions, which Russian media blamed on Ukrainian sabotage groups and Ukrainian sources called a provocation.The reports of fighting in Russia near the Ukrainian border began on Thursday morning.

Pakistani ex-PM Imran Khan sets out economic rescue plan at rally

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan led a rally in the eastern city of Lahore, setting out his ideas to revive the country's spiralling economy and accusing the government of lacking a rescue plan.
he International Monetary Fund (IMF) has delayed a six billion US dollars (£5 billion) bailout over Pakistan's failure to meet the terms of a 2019 deal.

Pakistani ex-PM Khan sets out economic rescue plan at rally

Protected by a bulletproof barrier, former Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks during a rally in Lahore, Pakistan, Sunday, March 26, 2023, to pressure the government of Shahbaz Sharif to agree to hold snap elections.(AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary)LAHORE, Pakistan - Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan led a rally in the eastern city of Lahore in the early hours of Sunday, setting out his ideas to revive the country's spiraling economy and accusing the government of lacking a rescue plan.

Jury in Bike-Path Killer's Case Stalls as It Considers Death Penalty

A Manhattan jury weighing the fate of Sayfullo Saipov, an Uzbek man who used a truck to kill eight people in a 2017 terrorist attack on a Hudson River bike path, told a judge on Monday afternoon that it was unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether Mr. Saipov should be sentenced to death or life imprisonment without the chance of release.

Police Scotland's commitment to justice for Lockerbie families unwavering'

Scotland's outgoing Chief Constable has vowed the police will pursue justice for those who lost their lives in the Lockerbie disaster after the man accused of helping blow up Pan Am 103 appeared in court earlier this month.Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi is alleged to have helped make the bomb which killed all 259 passengers and crew on board the jumbo jet bound to New York from London on December 21, 1988.

Police release CCTV of car used by gunmen who shot off-duty detective

Police have released CCTV footage of the car used by the gunmen who shot senior detective John Caldwell at a sports complex in Co Tyrone last week.At least 10 shots were fired during the attack, with two hitting vehicles in the car park.A reward worth up to 20,000 is also being offered by the independent charity Crimestoppers to anyone who has key information about those responsible.

Russia blames terrorists' after reports of fighting near Ukraine border

The Kremlin has claimed Russia has been attacked by terrorists after conflicting reports of firefights emerged from the Bryansk and Kursk regions, which Russian media blamed on Ukrainian sabotage groups and Ukrainian sources called a provocation.The reports of fighting in Russia near the Ukrainian border began on Thursday morning.
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State awards $20 million to upgrade security at religious and cultural institutions deemed at risk for terrorism

With heightened concerns about extremism and hate crimes throughout the U.S., Illinois officials said Thursday they have awarded $20 million in grants to synagogues, mosques and other religious and cultural institutions "deemed at high risk of a terrorist attack."The grants, which also were awarded to reproductive health centers, must be used for "target-hardening activities," which include active shooter training, the purchase and installation of security equipment and the hiring of security guards, according to Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 380

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 380th day, we take a look at the main developments.Here is the situation as it stands on Friday, March 10, 2023: Russia launched a huge wave of missile attacks across Ukraine, killing at least six civilians, three of them in the southern city of Kherson, and cutting power to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
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Student nurse accused of planning terror attack on RAF base

A student nurse allegedly found with a pressure cooker bomb outside the maternity ward of a Leeds hospital has appeared in court accused of planning a terrorist attack at an RAF base.Mohammad Farooq, 27, was allegedly inspired by radical Islam when he carried out hostile reconnaissance of the military base in Yorkshire in January.

Chinese bid for super embassy' rejected by Tower Hamlets council

The council voted, on Thursday evening, to reject planning permission for the new multi-million pound development on the site of the old Royal Mint near Tower Bridge.China bought the 700,000 sq ft complex for 255 million in 2018 and had hoped to redevelop it.But the 74-page planning application revealed residents' concerns about the plans with some highlighting the violent assault of protesters at the Chinese consulate in Manchester and others fearing the building could become a secret police station.

Student nurse accused of planning terror attack on RAF base

A student nurse allegedly found with a pressure cooker bomb outside the maternity ward of a Leeds hospital has appeared in court accused of planning a terrorist attack at an RAF base.Mohammad Farooq, 27, was allegedly inspired by radical Islam when he carried out hostile reconnaissance of the military base in Yorkshire in January.

Chinese bid for super embassy' rejected by Tower Hamlets council

The council voted, on Thursday evening, to reject planning permission for the new multi-million pound development on the site of the old Royal Mint near Tower Bridge.China bought the 700,000 sq ft complex for 255 million in 2018 and had hoped to redevelop it.But the 74-page planning application revealed residents' concerns about the plans with some highlighting the violent assault of protesters at the Chinese consulate in Manchester and others fearing the building could become a secret police station.
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Two teenagers injured and arrested following stabbing in Barnet

Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Barnet on January 19 (Image: Newsquest, Tara Mewawalla) Two teenage men have attended hospital with injuries after a stabbing took place in Barnet.Police were called at 9.13pm on Thursday, January 19 to reports of a stabbing at the junction of Parkhurst Road and Friern Barnet Road.

U.S. will begin 'extraordinary measures' to stay under debt limit

Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen testifies on Capitol Hill in June 2022.The U.S. will soon hit its debt limit, she warned Congress on Friday.(Oliver Contreras/For The Washington Post)The Treasury Department on Friday said that it will begin "extraordinary measures" next week to prevent the United States government from defaulting on its payment obligations, as lawmakers in Washington prepare for a potentially devastating fiscal showdown.
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