Terrorism

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  Terrorism

  2020-11-17

  With al-Qaeda's old guard dead, what comes next for the group?

  The reported deaths of al-Qaeda's leader Ayman al-Zawahiri and deputy leader Abu Mohammed al-Masri raise questions about the group's future strategy and strength.

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  Terrorism

  2020-11-13

  Saudi prince vows 'iron fist' against extremists after attacks

  In an address to the Shura Council, Prince Mohammed vowed the kingdom will continue to confront extremist behaviour and ideas.

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  Terrorism

  2020-11-13

  Yemen government investigates Houthi torture cases

  Officials say the preparation of legal case files for each instance of death under torture is the first step towards ensuring justice is served.

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  Terrorism

  2020-10-30

  Amid local rejection, IRGC changes names of Deir Ezzor streets

  The IRGC and its proxy militias are taking action to undermine the local population's culture as part of a broader effort to expand Iran's influence, experts say.

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  Terrorism

  2020-10-19

  Lebanon vulnerable to extremist resurgence, experts say

  Recent incidents have raised concerns about a renewal of extremist activity, but experts say the situation is largely under control.

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  Terrorism

  2020-10-15

  Houthis show little regard for civilian lives, activists say

  The militia has been firing artillery and tank shells in densely populated residential districts in attacks that have killed numerous civilians.

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  Terrorism

  2020-10-05

  Iran props up unknown groups to protect its top proxies in Iraq

  A crop of new factions have emerged to claim responsibility for attacks on US and foreign interests, a move intended by Iran to deflect blame from hardline militias like Kataib Hizbullah, experts say.

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  Terrorism

  2020-09-30

  Houthis target mosques, civilian homes

  The militia has destroyed homes of residents who have voiced opposition to its presence and has targeted hundreds of mosques.

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  Terrorism

  2020-09-29

  Hizbullah-linked companies siphoned money from state

  US sanctions imposed on Arch Consulting, Meamar Construction and a senior Hizbullah official target the party's illicit financial activity.

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  Terrorism

  2020-09-28

  Houthis face largest wave of casualties since 2014

  The militia has recently lost thousands of fighters during battles with the legitimate government, amid calls on Yemeni parents to reject Houthi efforts to send their sons to the battlefields.