Al-Qaeda raises its head in southern Yemen, with Houthis' support

Terrorism 2024-07-18

Al-Qaeda raises its head in southern Yemen, with Houthis' support

Despite their many differences, both groups seek to wield power in the southern provinces where al-Qaeda once terrorized the population.

Egypt holds the line as extremist groups spread in Africa

Terrorism 2024-07-17

Egypt holds the line as extremist groups spread in Africa

As groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS proliferate in Africa, aided by insecurity and porous borders, Egyptian forces are keeping them in check.

ISIS water-poisoning plot shows need for continued vigilance

Terrorism 2024-07-17

ISIS water-poisoning plot shows need for continued vigilance

Baghdad Operations Command intelligence has warned that ISIS has been plotting to contaminate the water supply in the Iraqi capital.

Fight against electronic terrorism accelerates as groups try to stake out new turf

Terrorism 2024-07-14

Fight against electronic terrorism accelerates as groups try to stake out new turf

Extremist groups have stepped up their online presence as they jockey for position and try to regroup following losses on the ground.

Iraq targets ISIS sleeper cells during intensive campaign

Terrorism 2024-07-06

Iraq targets ISIS sleeper cells during intensive campaign

Iraqi forces killed 'scores' of ISIS elements during operations targeting the group's sleeper cells, safe houses and hideouts in several provinces.

Canada's designation of IRGC as terrorist group builds pressure on regime

Terrorism 2024-07-01

Canada's designation of IRGC as terrorist group builds pressure on regime

Already the United States, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have listed the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

Hundreds of Iraqis repatriated from Syria's al-Hol camp

Terrorism 2024-06-28

Hundreds of Iraqis repatriated from Syria's al-Hol camp

Returning Iraqi citizens are undergoing psychological rehabilitation before returning to their hometowns, or facing trial for their crimes.

'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' militia added to terror group list

Terrorism 2024-06-27

'Islamic Resistance in Iraq' militia added to terror group list

Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya is part of a new umbrella group comprised of multiple Iran-aligned armed factions.

Houthis arm al-Shabaab in Somalia with apparent Iranian coordination

Terrorism 2024-06-26

Houthis arm al-Shabaab in Somalia with apparent Iranian coordination

Iranian weapons have been making their way to the Houthis via the Horn of Africa, and al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabaab has a role in their delivery.

Houthis, Iran show disregard for civilian mariners as deadly attacks continue

Terrorism 2024-06-25

Houthis, Iran show disregard for civilian mariners as deadly attacks continue

Iranian frigate ignores distress call from civilian mariners as the Houthis continue their deadly attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea.