Al-Qaeda
Bangladesh’s bid to clear a US-wanted terror fugitive raises troubling questions - opinion
The US State Department continues to offer a $5 million reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of a Bangladeshi fugitive, but retired military officers are trying to prevent it.
A $50 million hostage ransom funded al-Qaeda terrorism in West Africa, UN says
American missionary kidnapped in Niger released, in US custody
US considering military operations against Al-Qaeda affiliated terrorists in Mali - report
Former al-Qaeda member decries Iranian leadership, claims Israel-Lebanon ceasefire about Iran
“For days now, Tehran has been hiding behind the same excuse: no serious engagement... until there’s a ceasefire in Lebanon,” Aiman Dean claimed in a post on X/Twitter.
We are not mercenaries: Will Kurds become the boots on the ground against Tehran? - opinion
Kurdish forces may attack Iran, but only if the US and Israel guarantee political and military backing for their people.
Washington's tactical amnesia on Syria could fuel jihadist resurgence - analysis
Why Western policy may be paving the way for Islamist rule, ethnic cleansing, and regional instability
Iran could order proxies to attack American targets in retaliation if US strikes - NYT
Attacks could reportedly include the Houthis resuming its attacks on Western shipping boats in the Red Sea, or Hezbollah, al-Qaeda, and other "affiliates" attacking US bases or embassies in Europe.
Afghanistan marks Soviet withdrawal anniversary as Taliban rule draws global scrutiny
The Taliban’s governance remains deeply controversial. Since returning to power in 2021, the group has imposed sweeping restrictions on women and girls and enforcing strict social rules.
Turkey opens three mosques in Gaza as Ankara expands religious influence
Turkey’s Diyanet Foundation opened three mosques in Gaza ahead of Ramadan, part of Ankara’s broader effort to expand religious and political influence in the enclave.
Accredited Muslim preachers may help the West confront radical Islam - opinion
Proposal to accredit Muslim preachers aims to stop radical Islam and promote values that respect Western ideals.
Banning the Muslim Brotherhood: A good start, but only a first step - opinion
The Muslim Brotherhood's motto is “Allah is our objective, the Quran is our constitution, the Prophet is our leader, Jihad is our way, and dying in the way of Allah is our highest hope.”
An African bishop’s warning: America is funding its own enemies in Somalia - opinion
You are not building a state in Somalia – you are funding a syndicate that mocks you and fuels the war against your allies.
'Region does not need new war': EU designates Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorist organization
Israel welcomed the move, with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar calling it "an important and historic decision."
