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Taliban–Pakistan border clashes continue, TTP attack kills 10 Pakistani police
Taliban and Pakistani forces have fought repeatedly along their border since October 29, and a Movement of the Taliban in Pakistan ambush killed 10 Pakistani policemen on November 11. The violence comes as Washington signaled its willingness to help address Pakistan’s concerns about militant groups operating from Afghanistan.
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The Muslim Brotherhood’s long game: Influence, infiltration, and Islamist politics
The Muslim Brotherhood’s growing influence in Western politics and institutions is raising concerns about free speech, religious extremism, and national security. Bill Roggio is joined by Edmund Fitton-Brown, a former British ambassador to Yemen and senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to examine the Islamist organization’s activities in the United States and Europe.
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Russia’s redesigned Geran-5 missile expands threat to Ukrainian skies
Ukrainian intelligence has detailed a redesigned version of Russia’s Geran-5 cruise missile, which is part of Moscow’s effort to counter Ukrainian defensive adaptation and intensify its assault on civilian infrastructure.
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Syria denies it has troops in Yemen in wake of military agreement with Saudi Arabia
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al Shaibani denied reports that Syria had deployed troops to Yemen or planned to do so, clarifying that its military agreement with Saudi Arabia focuses on rebuilding Syria’s armed forces. The statement comes amid broader diplomatic efforts by Damascus to strengthen security and political ties with Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and…
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8 Islamic State suspects arrested or indicted across 5 countries since October
Between October 9 and November 10, authorities in five countries announced the arrests or indictments of eight individuals in Islamic State-related cases. The incidents highlight the terrorist group’s continued ability to radicalize and recruit supporters online despite the loss of its territorial caliphate.
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Hezbollah reportedly rebuilding networks in southern Lebanon pilot zones
Hezbollah is reportedly rebuilding its intelligence networks and restoring its presence in three southern Lebanese villages designated to test the group’s disarmament, despite the Lebanese Army’s claims of operational control. The reports come amid stalled verification efforts and continued reluctance by the army to confront Hezbollah.
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Attack targets Khor Mor gas field in Iraqi Kurdistan
A new “suspected drone attack” on the Khor Mor gas field in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region has heightened tensions as Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi confronts Iranian-backed militias over their weapons, economic networks, and influence. The developments come amid growing US pressure on Baghdad to restrict border crossings with Iran, renewed diplomatic contacts between Iraqi…
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Ugandans start withdrawal from Somalia, US leaves key base
After nearly 20 years in Somalia, Uganda has begun withdrawing its troops from the African Union mission, while US forces have also departed the strategic Baledogle Military Airfield in southern Somalia. The departures could create opportunities for Al Qaeda’s Shabaab to expand its influence amid ongoing political instability in Mogadishu.
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IDF finds weapons stockpiles, Hezbollah military site near UN posts in south Lebanon
Israeli forces found weapons stockpiles and a Hezbollah military-use apartment within 100 to 250 meters of United Nations positions in southern Lebanon, adding to a years-long record of Hezbollah military infrastructure near UNIFIL sites.
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Northern Iraq struggles with Kurdish political divisions and security
Northern Iraq faces mounting security and political challenges as Iranian drone attacks continue to target Kurdish Iranian opposition groups, Iraqi forces conduct operations against the Islamic State, and political disputes threaten stability in Sinjar. These developments come amid growing tensions between the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, complicating efforts to strengthen…
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Arab parties endorse Eisenkot for Israeli PM, IDF reports 52 ceasefire violations Oct. 16–Nov. 5
Record turnout among Arab voters in Israel’s October 27 parliamentary election nearly doubled the representation of Arab-led parties, potentially making them kingmakers in forming the next government. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces reported 52 ceasefire violations by Hamas and other Palestinian terrorist groups between October 16 and November 5, as Israeli forces continued conducting strikes…
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Iraq
Sadr’s Mahdi Army is reported to be going to ground in anticipation of the Baghdad Security operation. Sadr is moving some forces to Diwaniyah while Sunni insurgents are heading to Diyala. A Kurdish brigade is training to fight in urban settings, and deploying to Baghdad, while the 4th Brigade, 1st Divison is deploying from Fallujah. During December operations in Ramadi, 44 insurgents were killed and 172 captured, and 4 tribes switched their support to the government.
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Iran
MNF-Iraq on the five Iranians detained in Irbil, Iraq: “[they are] connected to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard – Qods Force (IRGC-QF), an organization known for providing funds, weapons, improvised explosive device technology and training to extremist groups attempting to destabilize the Government of Iraq and attack Coalition forces.” Iran demands their release.
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Somalia
Somalia’s defense minister said Ras Kabomi has been taken, and the Islamists have fled into the woods west of the base. Parliament has approved a 3 month state of emergency, but the Speaker, who has ties to the Islamic Courts, opposes it. Warlords have agreed to merge their forces with the military.
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Pakistan
Mullah Mohammad Nazir said he hasn’t seen bin Laden or Zawahiri, but “We hope to see them and if they show up in our area we will protect them with our bodies and souls.” The US will create ‘Reconstruction Opportunity Zones™ in FATA despite the al Qaeda and Taliban sanctuaries. Tribal leaders back fencing the border, but not mining it.
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Iranian Qods Force Agents Detained in Irbil Raid
US Pressure uncovers further evidence of Iran’s involvement with the Iraqi insurgency and al Qaeda Qods Force logo. Click image to view. Thursday’s raid on an Iranian liaison office and the subsequent arrest of five Iranians has provided further evidence of the Islamic Republic’s interference in Iraqi affairs and involvement with the insurgency. Multinational Forces – Iraq has reported the Iranians are members of Qods Force. “The five detainees are connected to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard – Qods Force (IRGC-QF), an organization known for providing funds, weapons, improvised explosive device technology and training to extremist groups attempting to destabilize the…
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Iran
Iran Leader’s Nuke Diplomacy Questioned
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Iraq
Terrorists ‘use Google maps to hit UK troops’
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Somalia
Warlords join forces with Somalia’s army in quest for peace
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Pakistan
Thousands rally against Bush in Pakistan
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Somalia
Pentagon Sees Move in Somalia as Blueprint
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Pakistan
Insurgents Killed in Afghan Fighting Reportedly Are Sent Back to Pakistan
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Afghanistan
ISAF soldier killed in southern Afghanistan
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ASEAN leaders to get tougher on terror
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Iraq
The Ministry of Interior fired 6,000 employees in an effort to purge militias. Iraqi Army and police detained 47 insurgents in Fallujah in joint operation. Special Iraqi Army Forces and Iraqi National Police detained the Imam of the Al-Mahdi Mosque in Balad for terrorist activites.
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Syria
Syria insists it is cooperating on Iraqi security
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Iran
There is no plan to attack Iran, said the US. President Bush authorized the raid on the Iranian diplomatic mission in Iraq. President Ahmadinejad travels to Latin America to visit allies. The slow pace of Iran’s nuclear program puzzles experts.
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Somalia
Somali leader asks for US boots on the ground
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USS Ronald Reagan to fill in for Pacific Fleet™s Kitty Hawk
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Colombia
Hostage escapes from FARC captors in Colombia military operation
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Iraq
Surge in Killing as “Last Chance” Nears
