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Israeli forces foil extremist inspired attack plot, arrest teen recruit

Terrorism 2025-06-28

Israeli forces foil extremist inspired attack plot, arrest teen recruit

The arrest of a minor who allegedly swore allegiance to ISIS and attempted to build operational cell comes amid a global crackdown on the group.

Disillusioned extremists turn tables after discovering they were expendable

Terrorism 2025-06-27

Disillusioned extremists turn tables after discovering they were expendable

After realizing that ISIS had used them and abandoned them, former fighters are sharing valuable insider intelligence with authorities.

US strike kills Syria-based extremist involved in planning external operations

Terrorism 2025-06-26

US strike kills Syria-based extremist involved in planning external operations

The Syria-based ISIS official was involved in planning external operations threatening US citizens, partners and civilians, US military says.

Tehran arrests Iranian civilians en masse amid mounting 'spy' paranoia

Human Rights 2025-06-26

Tehran arrests Iranian civilians en masse amid mounting 'spy' paranoia

A chaotic 'witch hunt' is under way as the regime rounds up civilians on flimsy pretexts in a bid to salvage its image after Israeli infiltration.

Shadowy group claims Damascus church attack that clerics denounce as un-Islamic

Terrorism 2025-06-25

Shadowy group claims Damascus church attack that clerics denounce as un-Islamic

Muslim clerics have denounced the attack on Mar Elias church that killed 25 people and wounded dozens as going against the essence of Islam.

Hizbullah intimidates opponents as grip on community weakens

Terrorism 2025-06-25

Hizbullah intimidates opponents as grip on community weakens

A daylight assault on moderate cleric signals the Iran-backed party's escalating suppression of independent voices challenging its authority.

Iranian regime tries to save face amid onslaught with AI-generated propaganda

Media 2025-06-24

Iranian regime tries to save face amid onslaught with AI-generated propaganda

Aviation experts and fact-checkers identify multiple signs that images purporting to show downed Israeli jets were artificially generated.

Iran backed Hizbullah weakened as Lebanon enters new era

Terrorism 2025-06-22

Iran backed Hizbullah weakened as Lebanon enters new era

Bold banners in Tyre signal discontent within the party's traditional stronghold as President Joseph Aoun moves to restore state authority.

Lebanon dismantles Hizbullah smuggling network at Beirut airport

Security 2025-06-20

Lebanon dismantles Hizbullah smuggling network at Beirut airport

Lebanese authorities strengthen security controls and dismiss dozens of employees in major push to end party's influence at airport.

Pakistani national extradited to US for trial over New York mass shooting plot

Crime & Justice 2025-06-18

Pakistani national extradited to US for trial over New York mass shooting plot

FBI investigation uncovered plans for an ISIS-inspired mass shooting coinciding with the anniversary of Hamas's October 7 attacks.

Lebanese government warns Hamas not to launch attacks from its territory

Terrorism 2025-06-18

Lebanese government warns Hamas not to launch attacks from its territory

Lebanese army intensifies efforts to dismantle unauthorized military infrastructure as Hamas activity threatens national security.

Lebanese military dismantle Captagon factories on Syria border

Crime & Justice 2025-06-18

Lebanese military dismantle Captagon factories on Syria border

The army is regaining control over border areas and illegal crossings, dismantling drug trafficking networks and production facilities.

US offers $10 million reward for information on extremist group's senior financier

Crime & Justice 2025-06-17

US offers $10 million reward for information on extremist group's senior financier

The move signals nowhere is safe for ISIS financiers as international pressure intensifies on the group's secret networks.

Lebanese Armed Forces dismantle hundreds of Hizbullah weapons sites

Security 2025-06-16

Lebanese Armed Forces dismantle hundreds of Hizbullah weapons sites

The dismantling of Hizbullah's weapons depots and military sites is an important step towards reestablishing state control in the south.

Houthis turn Yemen's youth into drug dealers to bankroll terror campaign

Terrorism 2025-06-16

Houthis turn Yemen's youth into drug dealers to bankroll terror campaign

Drug trafficking operations conducted along southern Yemen's Hadramaut coast serve as the Houthis' primary revenue stream.

Yemeni tribes unite against Houthis after brutal killings of tribal leaders

Society 2025-06-15

Yemeni tribes unite against Houthis after brutal killings of tribal leaders

Hundreds of tribesmen al-Jawf have come together to form the Dahm Tribal Alliance following Houthi attacks on their leaders' families.

Iranian slogans blanket Sanaa as residents resist ideological 'occupation'

Terrorism 2025-06-14

Iranian slogans blanket Sanaa as residents resist ideological 'occupation'

Many Yemenis see the Iranian slogans and portraits displayed in the streets and in government offices as assault on national identity.

US authorities thwart extremist plot, bring perpetrator to justice

Crime & Justice 2025-06-13

US authorities thwart extremist plot, bring perpetrator to justice

Conviction of man who tried to provide support to ISIS shows US commitment to finding extremist elements and bringing them to justice.

Hizbullah's weapons threaten Lebanon's future, analysts warn

Terrorism 2025-06-12

Hizbullah's weapons threaten Lebanon's future, analysts warn

The party must disarm to restore state sovereignty and revive Lebanon's collapsed institutions, economy and international standing.

Iran-backed Houthis attempt to destabilize Yemen's ancient tribal system

Society 2025-06-12

Iran-backed Houthis attempt to destabilize Yemen's ancient tribal system

The Houthis are dismantling tribal structures that helped maintain peace in Yemen for centuries in service of Iranian regime's ambitions.

Syrian forces dismantle IRGC's smuggling networks along Iraqi border

Crime & Justice 2025-06-12

Syrian forces dismantle IRGC's smuggling networks along Iraqi border

Authorities arrest key traffickers and uncover weapons caches as part of a campaign to secure the country's volatile frontier region.

US leverages regional partnerships in bid to resolve al-Hol camp issue

Security 2025-06-10

US leverages regional partnerships in bid to resolve al-Hol camp issue

Joint efforts to resolve the status of ISIS families who are still interned in Syria have been focusing on al-Hol camp in al-Hasakeh province.

US justice system delivers 10-year sentence to extremist group fighter

Crime & Justice 2025-06-10

US justice system delivers 10-year sentence to extremist group fighter

A Kosovo-born naturalized US citizen who pledged allegiance to ISIS and fought against US forces has been handed a 10-year prison sentence.

Highly skilled air traffic controllers boost Iraqi military's prowess

Security 2025-06-09

Highly skilled air traffic controllers boost Iraqi military's prowess

With the launch of its second Air Controller Course, the Iraqi Joint Operations Command demonstrates commitment to eradicating ISIS.

Iraqi strikes targeting Kirkuk cells deny extremists their hiding places

Security 2025-06-06

Iraqi strikes targeting Kirkuk cells deny extremists their hiding places

Under intensive Iraqi surveillance, ISIS cells have been unable to secure bases in the highlands and valleys of Kirkuk, Salaheddeine and Diyala.

Swedish trial makes it clear extremists will not escape consequences for their crimes

Terrorism 2025-06-05

Swedish trial makes it clear extremists will not escape consequences for their crimes

The trial in Sweden of an ISIS element already convicted in connection with deadly attacks in France and Belgium shows justice will be served.

US sanctions Iranian oil network funding weapons programs

Crime & Justice 2025-06-04

US sanctions Iranian oil network funding weapons programs

Close to two dozen front companies and individuals across Asia have been helping Iran's military sell oil to fund weapons development.

Yazidi boys still struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder

Human Rights 2025-06-04

Yazidi boys still struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder

Thousands of Yazidi boys who were captured and brainwashed by ISIS are still receiving support to overcome severe psychological trauma.

Childhood trauma lingers for Yazidi youth

Terrorism 2025-06-02

Childhood trauma lingers for Yazidi youth

Painful memories endure for the Yazidi children of Ninawa province's Sinjar district who survived years of ISIS captivity and ill treatment.