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US Announces Large-Scale Strikes Against ISIS in Syria
The United States has publicly announced conducting large-scale military strikes against ISIS targets in Syria as part of its ongoing strategy to counter the terrorist group's operations....
US launches large-scale attacks against ISIS in Syria
The United States has initiated extensive military operations targeting Islamic State (ISIS) positions in Syria. This aggressive campaign aims at weakening and destroying ISIS infrastructure and capab...
US Attacked 70 Militant Sites in Syria
The United States conducted air strikes on over 70 militant positions and facilities within Syria as part of ongoing efforts against terrorist groups operating in the region....
United States Conducts Widespread Aerial Attacks Against The Islamic State In Syria
The United States has launched extensive aerial strikes against ISIS targets within Syria as part of its ongoing effort to combat the terrorist organization....
US Army Strikes ISIS Targets in Syria
The US military conducted strikes against targets affiliated with ISIS in Syria, as part of ongoing operations aimed at degrading and ultimately defeating the terrorist group....
USA Announces Large-Scale Strikes Against ISIS in Syria
The United States has announced that they have carried out large-scale military strikes against Daesh (ISIS) targets within the territory of Syria. The move is part of ongoing efforts to combat and ne...
U.S. Launches Large-Scale Strikes on ISIS Targets Across Syria
The United States has initiated extensive military operations targeting Islamic State (ISIS) positions across Syrian territory. These strikes are part of ongoing efforts by the U.S-led coalition to co...
USA launches attacks against ISIS in Nigeria
The United States has commenced military operations against ISIS targets in Nigeria. This action follows escalating concerns over the terrorist group's expansion and influence within the country....
US Launches Retaliatory Operation Against ISIS in Syria
The United States has launched an operation targeting the Islamic State (ISIS) in Syria following recent attacks attributed to the group. The move is described as a retaliatory action against ISIS but...
US Strikes ISIS Positions in Syria
The United States has conducted military strikes against Islamic State (ISIS) positions in Syria....
US forces launch strikes on ISIS in Syria in retaliation for the death of 2 soldiers
In response to an attack that resulted in the death of two US soldiers last weekend, the United States has launched a significant ground and air operation targeting multiple Islamic State (ISIS) sites...
Pentagon Announces Revenge Operation Against ISIS in Syria: We Hunted and Killed Enemies and Will Continue
The Pentagon has declared a revenge operation against the Islamic State (ISIS) in Syria, indicating a continuation of offensive measures aimed at eliminating enemy combatants. The statement emphasizes...
Rep. Mike Turner Defends U.S. Strikes Against ISIS Targets in Nigeria
U.S. Representative Mike Turner has defended American military strikes against targets of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) located within Nigerian territory. He emphasized that these actions...
Russia Doubles Number of Under-18s Labeled as Terrorists and Extremists in 2025
In 2025, the number of minors under the age of 18 registered as terrorists or extremists in Russia more than doubled from 161 cases in 2024. This marks a significant increase compared to just 51 such ...
Trump Announces Lethal Strike by US Forces on ISIS Fighters in Nigeria
President Donald Trump announced that U.S. military forces conducted a lethal strike against Islamic State (ISIS) fighters in Nigeria. The details of the operation and its specific objectives are not ...
US Launches Multiple Strikes Against ISIS Targets In Syria
The United States conducted several military strikes against targets affiliated with the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in Syria. These operations aim to weaken and disrupt ISIS's operational ...
September 11: Trump has short memory
The article discusses how former U.S. President Donald Trump's statements and policies reflect a lack of regard for the events and lessons of September 11, 2001. It critiques his approach to counterte...
Turkey: Islamic State militants and police officers killed in clash
Turkish security forces clashed with Islamic State (IS) militants in Yalova province, resulting in six militants and three police officers being killed. Ten individuals were wounded during the eight-h...
Nigeria Available to Strike New Deals With US on Extremist Attacks
The Nigerian government expresses willingness to coordinate with the United States for intensified military operations against extremist groups within its territory. This move indicates a continued ef...
Manchester terror plot targeting Jewish community foiled
Three men have been convicted for their involvement in an aborted terrorist plot meant to target Jewish communities in Greater Manchester. The incident was part of a covert operation that thwarted wha...
After US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria: New Measures Will Be Taken
Following recent U.S. military strikes against ISIS groups within its borders, the Nigerian government has indicated that additional security measures and a larger operational response will be impleme...
US Announces Conducting Large-Scale Strikes Against ISIS in Syria
The United States has announced carrying out significant military strikes against ISIS targets in Syria. The actions are part of an ongoing effort by the US-led coalition to degrade and ultimately def...
Nigeria Open to More US Strikes on Terrorist Targets
The Nigerian government has indicated its willingness to permit additional US military strikes against terrorist targets within its territory. This development comes amid ongoing concerns about the th...
US Launches Multiple Strikes Against ISIS Targets In Syria
The United States conducted multiple military strikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in Syria. These operations are part of the ongoing campaign to degrade and destroy the terrorist group’s capa...
US Conducts Multiple Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
The United States carried out a series of military strikes against facilities and training sites affiliated with ISIS in Syria. This operation aims at weakening the terrorist organization's capabiliti...
US Launches Multiple Strikes Against ISIS Targets In Syria
The United States has conducted several military strikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in Syria. The operations aim to disrupt and defeat ISIS elements in the region....
US Conducts Multiple Strikes On ISIS Targets In Syria
The United States military has executed several air strikes against Islamic State targets located within Syria. These operations are part of the ongoing effort to combat and degrade the capabilities o...
US airstrike targets ISIS militants in Nigeria
The United States conducted an airstrike against Islamic State (ISIS) militants located in Nigeria as part of its global counterterrorism efforts. This operation is aimed at disrupting and degrading t...
US launches strike against Daesh militants in northwest Nigeria
The United States has conducted a military operation targeting Daesh (ISIS) militants located in the northwest region of Nigeria....
US launches strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria
The United States has conducted a military operation targeting Islamic State (IS) militants in the northwest region of Nigeria. The move underscores ongoing efforts by the US and regional partners to ...
U.S. launches strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria
The U.S. military's Africa Command has conducted a coordinated strike with Nigerian authorities targeting multiple ISIS militants in northwest Nigeria....
Somalia's Fight Against Extremist Militants Shows Signs Of Success
According to J. Njehia from Associated Press (AP), Somalia has reported promising developments in its war against militant groups. The country's security forces have made significant advances, reflect...
UAE says it ends mission of counterterrorism units in Yemen voluntarily
The United Arab Emirates' defense ministry stated on Monday that its counterterrorism units have ended their mission in Yemen voluntarily. The decision follows a thorough review of recent events....
US Strike on ISIS in Nigeria Was Coordinated with Local Authorities
A U.S. strike against ISIS has occurred in Nigeria and was coordinated with Nigerian authorities....
U.S. 4th Circuit Court of Appeals Overturns Terrorism Recruiter Conviction
The U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned the conviction of an individual accused of terrorism recruitment activities, marking a significant legal development in domestic counterterroris...
Nigeria Open to Further Strikes Following Trump's Attack on Boko Haram
Following President Donald Trump’s recent military strikes against Boko Haram terrorists, Nigeria has expressed openness towards similar operations aimed at eliminating extremist groups within its bor...
Washington Post praises Trump's Nigeria ISIS strikes targeting militants
The Washington Post has published an article commending President Donald Trump for ordering airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in Nigeria. The strikes were aimed at militant extremists op...