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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 its terrorist proxies.
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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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Pakistani outreach presents a dilemma for Afghanistan’s anti-Taliban resistance
Pakistan’s reported outreach to anti-Taliban resistance groups reflects deteriorating ties with its longtime ally. But accepting Pakistani support could deepen divisions in the resistance and undermine its standing among Afghans who blame Islamabad for decades of bloodshed.
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Iraqi parliament approves most remaining cabinet appointments, including Iran-backed militia figures
After five months of negotiations, almost all remaining spots in Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi’s cabinet were approved by the parliament on October 15. Among the three deputy prime ministers is Laith al Khazali, whom the US State Department designated a Specially Designated Global Terrorist in 2020.
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The Houthis’ Red Sea power play
The Houthis are on the offensive in Yemen, threatening one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints and bringing the war back to Saudi Arabia’s doorstep. Bill Roggio is joined by FDD research analyst and Long War Journal contributor Bridget Toomey to discuss the Iranian-backed group’s renewed campaign to conquer Yemen, its advances along the…
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Ukrainian intelligence details new low-cost Russian cruise missile
A new missile called the Filin adds to Russia’s growing arsenal of low-cost, long-range munitions, placing strain on Ukraine’s overstretched air defenses. Ukraine is expected to scale production of faster interceptor drones, but this addresses only part of the challenge of countering Russia’s evolving missile and drone capabilities.
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Protests break out in Syria against ‘Israeli incursions and attacks’ as tensions rise
Protests erupted across southern Syria and Damascus on October 23 against Israeli military operations in the buffer zone along the Golan border, following reports that a Syrian man with disabilities was killed during an IDF raid. The protests come amid growing Syrian condemnation of Israeli incursions, as well as diplomatic efforts by Syrian officials to…
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FBI arrests alleged Islamic State supporter accused of plotting to assassinate Texas congressman
A 17-year-old Texas teenager allegedly plotted to assassinate Republican US Representative Keith Self at a veterans’ fundraiser as part of a broader Islamic State-inspired terrorist plot. Federal agents arrested the suspect after he acquired a firearm.
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Pakistan
The Taliban and Pakistani government have officially negotiated a truce in North Waziristan [see post from yesterday for background.] There is no agreement preventing the harboring of al Qaeda, or a requirement they leave the region. “Tuesday’s agreement said foreigners could stay in Waziristan, as long as they kept the peace.” Pakistani President Musharraf will visit Afghanistan, as unnamed Pakistani intelligence sources claim “the [Afghan] insurgency is purely an internal Afghan issue.”
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Iraq
(Iraq) Ex-hostage Sunni woman lawmaker gives emotional speech in parliament, urges unity
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Increasingly targeted Jordan fights terror
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Evolving al Qaeda, Still a Threat
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Operation Medusa Takes Heavy Toll on Taliban
Coalition forces fighting in Kandahar province continue to inflict massive casualties on Taliban forces in the Panjwai, Zhari and Pashmul regions west of Kandahar City. The latest round of fighting in Operation Medusa has claimed an estimated 50 to 60 Taliban killed during air and artillery strikes. This follows a weekend of fighting that claimed over 200 Taliban and 5 Coalition forces killed. No Coalition forces were killed or wounded during the latest round of fighting. Major Scott Lundy, a Canadian Army officer and spokesman for NATO provides a status update of the fighting in the region. Maj. Scott Lundy…
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Europe
Europe Confronts Suspected Terrorists Home-Grown and Inspired Abroad
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Indonesia
Aziz gets eight years for Bali bombings
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Europe
Nine held in Danish terror raids
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Iraq
Iraqi and Coalition forces captured 30 confirmed insurgents and 38 suspected insurgents in western Al Anbar Province, while 2 Marines and a sailor were killed during operations in the region. Task Force 145 killed five terrorists in Muqdadiyah. The Iraqi Ground Forces Command has assumed command and control over the 8th Army Division. Operation Together Forward has expanded into the Baghdad neighborhood of Bakriyah.
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Iraq
Iraqi and US forces detained 30 confirmed insurgents and 38 suspected insurgents over the weekend in western Al Anbar Province, Iraq
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United States
Fact Sheet: The President’s National Strategy for Combating Terrorism
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Sudan
Africa Union ‘will quit Darfur’
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Palestinian Territories
Across Palestinian territories, support for Hamas erodes
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Artillery shakes the hills as troops seek al Qaeda in eastern Afghanistan
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Lebanon
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has “shaken the myth of Israel’s invicibility” and is an “Arab ‘hero.’” UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan breaks UNSCR 1701 and further legitimizing Hezbollah by agreeing to negotiate the release of captive Israeli soldiers. Qatar pledges 300 troops to UNIFIL while becoming the first nation to break the Israeli air embargo.
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Lebanon
Nasrallah: from humble roots to Arab hero
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Al Qaeda
The who and why of 9/11
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Iraq
al Qaeda denies capture of its Number 2, al-Saeidi
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Philippines
(Phillipines) Jungle clash scatters 200 militants
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Afghanistan
Ex-Nato chief attacks countries ‘shirking™ war in Afghanistan
