Facing internal friction, 'former' al-Qaeda Syria affiliate loses grip on Idlib

Terrorism 2024-06-16

Facing internal friction, 'former' al-Qaeda Syria affiliate loses grip on Idlib

Tahrir al-Sham, an extremist alliance led by al-Qaeda's former Syria branch that dominates Idlib, is facing acute internal and external pressures.

Al-Qaeda ramps up violent propaganda in face of counter-terrorism pressure

Terrorism 2024-06-03

Al-Qaeda ramps up violent propaganda in face of counter-terrorism pressure

An aggressive new video campaign spearheaded by the group's Yemen branch aims to incite supporters to commit acts of violence.

Al-Qaeda's acquisition of Iranian-made drones further jeopardizes Yemen's security

Terrorism 2024-05-30

Al-Qaeda's acquisition of Iranian-made drones further jeopardizes Yemen's security

The cooperation between the Houthis and various extremist groups, with Tehran's support, aims to weaken the Yemeni state and expand regional chaos, say observers.

Leadership failures prevent al-Qaeda resurgence

Terrorism 2024-05-21

Leadership failures prevent al-Qaeda resurgence

After the elimination of its first-line leadership, the group has become consumed by internal disagreements and has lost its power.

Al-Hol camp: temporary facility to contain crisis ISIS created

Terrorism 2024-05-20

Al-Hol camp: temporary facility to contain crisis ISIS created

The Syrian camp has housed relatives of ISIS fighters since the group's defeat, providing a temporary solution to a complex problem that many have described as a 'time bomb'.

US partnerships have helped to purge al-Qaeda

Terrorism 2024-05-20

US partnerships have helped to purge al-Qaeda

In the Middle East, US partnerships have been instrumental in eliminating extremist ideology and promoting peace and prosperity.

Middle East no longer epicenter of terrorism, report says

Terrorism 2024-05-14

Middle East no longer epicenter of terrorism, report says

The shift can be attributed to cooperation among the United States, partners and local communities, analysts say.

Canadian parliament unanimously agrees IRGC a terrorist organization

Terrorism 2024-05-13

Canadian parliament unanimously agrees IRGC a terrorist organization

Canada appears to be gearing up for more concrete punitive actions against the Iranian regime.

Al-Qaeda's toxic partnership with Houthis threatens Yemen's security

Terrorism 2024-05-10

Al-Qaeda's toxic partnership with Houthis threatens Yemen's security

The ongoing collaboration between al-Qaeda and the Houthis is dangerous for Yemen's future, analysts warn.

Hizbullah manipulates Lebanese banking system in service of Iran

Terrorism 2024-05-08

Hizbullah manipulates Lebanese banking system in service of Iran

Leaked documents reveal that suspicious financial transfers carried out by Hizbullah serve Iran's project in the region.