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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 security and Damascus’s diplomatic outreach, including President Ahmad al Sharaa’s visit to Saudi Arabia on November 4.
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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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Poland selected to host Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missile maintenance facility
Poland will host Europe’s first dedicated maintenance facility for the Patriot air defense system’s PAC-3 missiles, reducing repair and servicing times while strengthening regional air defense readiness. The initiative comes amid growing shortages of critical munitions and Poland’s broader efforts to expand its role in US weapons production and maintenance.
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Jordanian Air Force strikes targets in Syria in retaliation for deadly church attack
On October 26, the Jordanian Air Force conducted multiple strikes against suspected Islamic State positions in southern Syria, targeting militants Jordan linked to an October 23 attack on a church in Karak that killed nine people and wounded dozens. Jordan said the strikes killed more than 20 militants, while Syrian authorities reported seven civilian deaths.
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Iraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and Jordan
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi is seeking to strengthen border security and regional cooperation amid tensions with Iran over the closure of a key crossing in Iraq’s Maysan province, while also pursuing closer ties with Jordan and Syria. The developments come as Baghdad continues to face threats from Iranian-backed militias, concerns over instability along…
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Palestinian Territories
Qatari effort on Palestinian unity government fails
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Afghanistan
Canada’s defense minister demands NATO countries remove restriction on troops that prevent their deployment to combat zones. Over 80 Taliban have been killed in several engagements over the weekend. A suicide bomber attacked a bus in Kabul, wounding 16, including 10 policemen. Coalition forces arrested a bomb maker in Farah province.
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Pakistan
Police sources report an al Qaeda linked suspected was arrested in the Rawalpindi park bombing. A tape of Mullah Dadullah has aired on Pakistani television. Dadullah is seen beheading captives, counseling suicide bombers and cooking for the Taliban. Pakistan has denied A.Q. Khan’s role in developing North Korea’s nuclear program.
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North Korea
Initial reports of a second nuclear test have not been confirmed. Indications are North Korea is preparing a second test. South Korea has placed its troops on alert. China has cancelled leave and recalled troops serving on the North Korean border. Russia has indicated use of force has been excluded from the UN resolution. The South Korea stock market has recovered from initial loses.
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Somalia
Somalia: Hopes for the Somali Passport to Function in Emirates After Long Period of Ban
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Al Qaeda
The Continued Misunderstanding of the Salafi Jihad Threat
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Somalia
Somalia: Aid Agencies Ordered to Vacate Their Food Stockrooms in Mogadishu
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South Korean’s UN selection overshadowed
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The Advance of Somalia’s Islamic Courts
Islamic Courts, Ethiopian troops dance in south central Somalia Somalia. Cities in red indicate ICU controlled territory. Click map to view. As the Islamic Courts Union presses forward with consolidating power in southern and central Somalia, the chance of a battle between the army of the Islamic Courts and Ethiopian troops currently in country has escalated. Forces from the transitional government, accompanied by Ethiopian army units are said to have occupied the town of Burhakaba, which is situated on the road to Mogadishu. The Islamic Courts Union troops retreated from Burkakaba without a shot. An Islamic Courts force retook the…
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Iraq
Iraq PM orders probe into mass poisoning of police
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Pakistan
Pakistani military kills tribal leader in Balochistan
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Pakistan
Pakistan’s shadowy secret service
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Iraq
Iraq: The Consequences of Withdrawal
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Philippines
6 soldiers wounded in fresh Sulu clashes
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Philippines
‘Some’ Moro rebels linked to 2 terror groups: Bali bomber’s wife
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Afghanistan
The Taliban claims responsibility for a remote-controlled mine that killed three district officials today. Violence flares in the Eastern provinces as the terrorists attempt targeted assasinations. General Richards warned yesterday that the situation must improve or the Taliban will gain public support.
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Iraq
Iraqi Vice President’s Brother Slain
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Pakistan
The Chief Minister of Balochistan denies his province is a hub for the Taliban. Forty-nine Taliban were arrested in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan. NATO confronted the Pakistani government over the Taliban, and have provided an address for Mullah Omar in Quetta, as well as evidence of ISI involvement and camps in Pakistan.
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North Korea Tests Nuclear Weapon
North Korea joins the nuclear club Red Star indicates location of test, based on USGS seismic reports. Click map to view. North Korea has successfully tested its first nuclear weapon. The Korean Central News Agency, the mouthpiece of the regime, has reported the test took place. “The nuclear test is a historic event that brought happiness to the our military and people,” KCNA said. ““It has been confirmed that there was no such danger as radioactive emission in the course of the nuclear test as it was carried out under scientific consideration and careful calculation,” according to a translation of…
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North Korea
North Korea reports a successful nuclear test, despite the multi-lateral message that the test “cannot be tolerated.” Some fear that North Korea’s test will serve as an example to harden Iran’s resolve on nuclear development.
