Terrorism
US Sanctions Mexican Drug Cartels and Announces Bounties
The United States Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on two Mexican drug cartels, Carteles Unidos and Los Viagras, and seven affiliated individuals on allegations of “terrorism”. The Treasury Department announced the sanctions on Thursday, stating that the cartels have been exploiting “otherwise legitimate commerce” to further their illicit activities. In a statement, Treasury Secretary Scott […]
Russia Restricts Calls on WhatsApp and Telegram
Russia has announced restrictions on voice calls made on the WhatsApp and Telegram messaging apps, citing the need to combat crime and sabotage. The curb on calls is set to impact WhatsApp’s estimated 96 million monthly users in Russia and Telegram’s more than 89 million users, according to Russian media monitoring service Mediascope. Roskomnadzor, Russia’s […]
BREAKING: US Approves Major Arms Sale To Nigeria
The United States(US) State Department has given the green light for a potential Foreign Military Sale to Nigeria, valued at approximately $346 million. This sale includes munitions, precision bombs, precision rockets, and related equipment, aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s military capabilities. he Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program is a crucial aspect of US foreign policy, enabling […]
Pakistan and Iran Strengthen Ties with $10 Billion Trade Deal
Pakistan and Iran have signed agreements to boost their bilateral trade to $10 billion, aiming to eliminate “terrorism” and promote peace and prosperity in the region. This development comes as both nations navigate complex relationships with regional and global powers. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s two-day visit to Pakistan resulted in the signing of agreements across […]
US Sanctions Palestinian Authority and PLO Members
The Trump administration has announced sanctions against members of the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), accusing them of supporting “terrorism” and undermining peace efforts. The sanctions, which deny visas to members of either organization, aim to hold the PLO and PA accountable for not complying with their commitments and destabilizing the […]
Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Aid Ship, Detains Crew
Israeli commandos have seized the Madleen, a Gaza-bound humanitarian aid ship launched by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, in international waters approximately 100 miles from Gaza. The crew, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, is being taken to Israel. According to Huwaida Arraf, Freedom Flotilla organizer, “All those on board have been abducted. They have been taken […]
Atiku: Boko Haram Worsened After Obasanjo
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has laid the blame for Nigeria’s protracted Boko Haram insurgency on the lack of political will demonstrated by presidents who came after Olusegun Obasanjo. Atiku, who served as Vice President from 1999 to 2007, said the extremist group could have been permanently dismantled had Nigeria’s subsequent leaders shown the same […]
Iran Denies Plot Against Israeli Embassy in London
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has categorically rejected allegations that his government was involved in a plot to target the Israeli embassy in London. The denial comes after seven Iranian nationals were arrested by British police on suspicion of “terrorism offences” in separate operations. “Iran in no uncertain terms categorically rejects any involvement in such […]
Boko Haram Resurgence: Borno Gov Warne of Losing Ground
The recent surge in Boko Haram attacks across several communities in Borno State has raised serious concerns about the security situation in the region. Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has lamented the increasing incidents of abductions, killings, and the overrunning of military bases, suggesting that Borno is losing ground in its fight against terrorism. The […]
Train Hijack: Pakistan Security Force Rescue 155 Hostages
Pakistani security forces have successfully rescued 155 passengers from a hijacked train in Balochistan. Pakistani train, carrying around 450 passengers, including army personnel and their families, was hijacked by over 100 gunmen from the separatist Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on Tuesday afternoon. The hijacking occurred in the remote Sibi district of Balochistan, a region that […]