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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 policy in the region.
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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 tensions surrounding the return of displaced Kurds in northern Syria.
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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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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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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
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Pakistan
Foreign hand behind Balochistan situation can not be ruled out: Musharraf
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Somalia
The ICU and Somali government troops clashed over control over Baidoa’s airport, resulting in 12 dead. The weak Somali government is asking the ICU military to integrate into the government forces as the ICU meets with a senior UN representative. The ICU will hold a rally to protest any IGAD intervention.
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Afghanistan
A suicide bombing in along Jalalabad Road in Kabul killed 2 German soldiers and 5 Afghan civilians. In the south, 16 Taliban and 3 police were killed during clashes. Over 100 Dutch troops have been temporarily re-assigned to the southern Afghan province of Kandahar to assist with Operation Medusa.
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Indonesia
No evidence Samudra planned 2005 Bali bombings: police
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Jordan
Gunman Attacks Tourists In Jordan
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Afghanistan
Over 100 Dutch troops have been temporarily re-assigned to the southern Afghan province of Kandahar
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Germany
Merkel rules out military option for dealing with Iran
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Somalia
10 killed in fighting between police and militia fighters in the Somali town of Baidoa
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Iraq
Iraqi army takes lead security role in Tal Afar
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Israel
Israel plans for war with Iran and Syria
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Al Qaeda
Cops assist in search for T&T ‘safe house’ for Adnan Shukrijumah
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Pakistan Negotiates Truce in Waziristan
Pakistan is in a civil war with the Taliban and al Qaeda, and it is a war the government is losing Pakistan’s failure to commit the needed resources and political will to uproot al Qaeda and the Taliban in the Northwest Frontier Province and Baluchistan in 2001, 2004 and 2006 will haunt the governments of Pakistan and Afghanistan, and Coalition forces fighting in Afghanistan for years to come. According to Adnkronos International, the Taliban is now “calling the shots in North and South Waziristan.” The Taliban and Pakistan have
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Israel
IDF officers may face war crime charges in Europe for actions in Lebanon
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Pakistan
Drive to arrest pro-Taliban refugees
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Philippines
5 Philippine marines killed in clash with rebels on Jolo island
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India
Jaish-e-Mohammad planned suicide strike in Mumbai
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A General’s New Plan To Battle Radical Islam
