jihadists

Sep- 2024 -

24 September

Bamako Breached: JNIM’s Capital Strike Signals Dangerous New Chapter for Mali

JNIM's successful attack on Mali's capital Bamako highlights the junta's inability to effectively counter the growing threat of militant groups.

18 September

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Al-Qaeda-Linked Jihadist Group Claims Rare Attack on Mali Capital

An Al-Qaeda-linked jihadist group claimed responsibility for a deadly attack in Mali's capital that saw them temporarily take control of part of the international airport.

5 September

Middle East

Syrian soldiers in the northern countryside of Hama province in central Syria

Staff Writer With AFP

12 Syrian Soldiers Killed in Suicide Attacks: War Monitor

Twelve Syrian soldiers were killed by an Al-Qaeda-linked group in northwest Syria, the highest such death toll in the region this year.

4 September

Terrorism

Staff Writer With AFP

At Least 81 Killed in Nigeria in Suspected Boko Haram Attack: Officials

At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State.

Aug- 2024 -

30 August

Africa

Military personnel in a vehicle in Nigeria's largest city of Lagos, 2023

Staff Writer With AFP

Nigeria, Niger Armies Discuss Security Cooperation

Nigeria's top military commander has met Niger's army chief to strengthen security cooperation as violence from a Sahel jihadist war worsens.

26 August

Africa

Burkinabe soldiers fire their rifles during a marksmanship training

Staff Writer With AFP

Dozens Killed in Attack in Burkina Faso: Sources

Civilians are among the dozens of people killed in an attack by militants in Burkina Faso, local and security sources said.

23 August

Africa

Two women stand out behind a wall in Ngarannam village, located in Borno in north-eastern Nigeria, which was the stronghold of the terrorist organization Boko Haram

Staff Writer With AFP

Suspected Boko Haram Gunmen Kill 13 Farmers in Nigeria

Suspected Boko Haram gunmen have killed 13 farmers in central Nigeria, United Nations and security sources said.

21 August

Commentary

Democratic Republic of Congo soldiers stand in formation

Avery Warfield

Funding DRC’s Army Would Prevent a Regional War, Not Start One

With increased military assistance to DR Congo, the US would strengthen diplomatic relationships, contribute to regional stability, and reaffirm its commitment to global security.

14 August

Commentary

A soldier from the 1st Commando Parachute Battalion covers his sector of fire during squad movement training

Charlie Werb

Benin at Crossroads: Urgent Measures Needed to Combat Rising Terrorism

Benin must take urgent action as extremist violence skyrockets, with militant groups exploiting local grievances and weak government policies, turning the nation into a new terrorism hotspot in West Africa.

12 August

Africa