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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 security and political stability following the withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.
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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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Syria detains Hezbollah cell accused of Homs plot
On November 3, Syrian security forces arrested members of an alleged Hezbollah-linked cell accused of plotting an attack on a refinery near Homs, the latest in a series of operations targeting Hezbollah networks and arms smuggling since the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024. The arrests come amid expanding Syrian-Lebanese talks on border…
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Lebanese military prosecutor charges 13 over Hezbollah explosives shipment
Lebanon’s military prosecutor charged 13 people over a shipment of explosives seized at Dahr al Baidar. Reporting on the prosecution identifies the alleged supplier, intended recipient, vehicle owner, and members of an accompanying transport team. The charges came as Lebanon’s government continued debating whether to transfer the case to the Judicial Council.
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Afghan United Front leads October surge in claimed anti-Taliban attacks
Anti-Taliban resistance groups claimed 82 attacks in October, more than double September’s total, with the Afghan United Front leading the surge. Yet the emergence of new factions and the loss of another NRF commander underscore the challenges facing a resistance that remains divided.
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Syria’s counterterrorism dilemma: Who can Washington trust?
A deadly attack on a Christian funeral in Jordan and subsequent Jordanian airstrikes in Syria have sparked a diplomatic dispute between Amman and Damascus. Bill Roggio is joined by FDD Senior Research Analyst Ahmad Sharawi to discuss the Islamic State’s possible involvement, the deteriorating security situation in southern Syria, and the implications for US counterterrorism…
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Syria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and south
Syrian President Ahmad al Sharaa hosted Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi in Damascus on October 28 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade, and reviving energy cooperation. The historic visit came as Syria faces continuing security challenges, including a deadly Jordanian airstrike in the south, clashes with foreign jihadists in Idlib, and…
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Florida teenager arrested in an Islamic State-linked bomb plot
A 15-year-old student in Gainesville, Florida, allegedly sought guidance from Islamic State members and supporters on building drones and explosives to attack people at an unidentified indoor location.
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One war, many fronts: Iran and its proxies
The war with Iran is far from over, and the fight extends well beyond the Strait of Hormuz. Bill Roggio is joined by FDD Senior Fellow and former British Ambassador to Yemen Edmund Fitton-Brown to assess the status of the US-Iran conflict, Tehran’s efforts to break the American naval blockade, and the growing role of…
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Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes continue amid reported Pakistani outreach to anti-Taliban groups
Taliban and Pakistani forces have clashed at least three times since October 19, amid reports that Pakistani military and intelligence officials have met with members of Afghanistan’s anti-Taliban resistance to discuss possible support.
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Pakistan
‘US not allowed to fire missiles into Pakistan to kill terrorists™
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Iraq
Iraqi leader pushes Cabinet changes as bombs kill dozens
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United Kingdom
Islamists infiltrate 4 UK varsities
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Puntland, Somalia Clash south of Galkayo; Iran’s Hand
Fighting breaks out in Puntland; Iran supplies weapons and other support to the Islamic Courts Islamic Court Militia cheers during the handing over of weapons by the rivall militia in Mogadishu, Thursday, July 13, 2006. (AP Photo / Mohamed Sheikh Nor.) Click image to view. The Islamic Courts Union and forces from the semi autonomous Somali state of Puntland have battled yet again just south of the city Galkayo. The Puntland government claims to have beaten back the ICU, which initiated the fight. “Our forces drove Islamic militants back to their barracks and retook positions,” said Abdirahman Bangax, Puntland’s Minister…
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Israel
Second Israeli general quits over Lebanon war
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Somalia
US Official Offers a Bleak Assessment of Somalia
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Algeria
Algeria rebels kill at least seven soldiers in ambush
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Israel
US Vetoes U.N. Gaza Resolution
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Palestinian Territories
Al-Aqsa, Al-Nasser brigades shell Israeli Settlement
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Palestinian Territories
Fatah, Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade Threaten Terror Attacks on America in Apparent Policy Shift
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Iraq
A blast at a Baghdad police recruiting center killed over 35. Ten al Qaeda are detained in raids in Baghdad. Saddam’s Generals want the U.S. to stay. Democrats call for the withdrawal to begin in 4-6 months.
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Pakistan
A senior Army officer called the frontier security situation a “disaster.” “I am afraid we are on a war course in the tribal areas.” The Army prevented a rocket attack in Dir. The Taliban deny attacking a government fort in Mir Ali. A close associate of LeT leader Hafez Saeed has been murdered.
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Iran
Iran claims to have taken images of U.S. aircraft carriers operating in the Gulf wth UAVs. Iran claims it will swiftly respond to any Israeli strike on its expanding nuclear program. President Ahmadinejad tears into the the UNSC for considering sanctions.
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Afghanistan
Ten al Qaeda are killed during an airstrike in Kunar province. Over 60 Taliban have been killed in fighting in eastern Afghanistan, and 7 were killed in Helmand province. The hardcore Taliban cadre must be eliminated, says a British general. The U.S., Afghanistan and Pakistan are considering a joint intelligence center in Kabul.
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Somalia
Somalia peace deal refused by the Transitional Government and labeled ‘irrelevant’
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Pakistan
Afghanistan, Pakistan and NATO review efforts against terrorism
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Indonesia
Australia and Indonesia to sign mutual security treaty
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Germany
Germany extends anti-terror mission
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Lebanon
Hezbollah and Amal have quit the Lebanese government after their demands for more seats (and effectively veto power) in the cabinet are not met. Hezbollah has rebuilt its arsenal in southern Lebanon. A Hezbollah member was killed dismantling a cluster bomb. The UN gave the Lebanese government a draft proposal for the tribunal on the death of Rafik al-Hariri.
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Iraq
Sunni gunmen set up a false checkpoint south of Baghdad and ambushed a Shi’ite convoy, killing ten and kidnapping about 52. Baghdad car bombs killed eight people. A Slovak soldier was killed by a roadside bomb today, and the Slovakian Prime Minister has announced that Slovak troops will be pulled out in February. Tony Blair is scheduled to address the Iraq Study Group on Tuesday.
