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world5 months ago

Swedish Man Sentenced for 2015 Islamic State Killing of Jordanian Pilot

A Swedish man, Osama Krayem, previously convicted for attacks in Europe, was sentenced to life in prison in Sweden for his involvement in the 2014 murder of Jordanian pilot Lt Moaz al-Kasasbeh by ISIS in Syria, with the court recognizing his active participation in the killing. Krayem, already serving sentences for the Paris and Brussels attacks, was found guilty of serious war crimes and terrorist offenses related to the execution of the pilot, and the court awarded compensation to the victim's family.

via BBC|
#is#jihadist#jordanian-pilot
world-news1 year ago

Syria's Rebel Leader Jolani Reinvents Image to Challenge Assad

Ahmed Al Sharaa, known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, has transformed from a jihadist leader with ties to Al Qaeda to a more moderate figure leading the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir Al Sham (HTS). Originally tasked with establishing Al Qaeda's Syrian affiliate, Jolani distanced his group from radical Islamist ties in 2016, aiming to present a more palatable image to the West. Despite his rebranding efforts, HTS remains designated as a terror organization by the U.S. Jolani's leadership in Idlib and his stance against ISIS and Assad's regime highlight his evolving role in the region's complex political landscape.

via CNN|
#jihadist#middle-east-politics#rebel-leader
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"NYE Times Square Machete Attacker Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges"

Trevor Bickford, a 20-year-old radicalized Islamic jihadist, pleaded guilty to terrorism charges for attacking NYPD officers with a machete near Times Square on New Year’s Eve 2022. He faces up to 120 years in prison for slashing three officers during the annual celebration, expressing intent to commit jihad and kill as many people as possible. Bickford had become radicalized and planned the attack domestically after initially considering joining the Taliban overseas. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 11, 2024.

via New York Post |
#crime-and-justice#jihadist#machete-attack
crimeinternational-terrorism2 years ago

"Death of Infamous British ISIS Suspect in Spanish Prison Raises Questions"

Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary, a former British rap artist and alleged jihadist, has been found dead in a Spanish prison. Arrested in 2020 for heading a jihadist terror cell, he was awaiting verdict and facing up to 9 years in prison. Bary gained notoriety for joining Al Qaeda and later ISIS in Syria, and for posting images on social media with a severed head. His father was an Egyptian operative of Al-Qaeda. Spanish police arrested Bary and two others for internet banking scams and cryptocurrency trafficking to finance their terrorist activities.

via NBC News|
#british#crimeinternational-terrorism#isis
crime2 years ago

Former British rapper turned ISIS fighter found dead in Spanish prison

Former British rapper Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary, who allegedly became a jihadist in Syria and was accused of heading a terror cell, has been found dead in a Spanish prison while awaiting a trial verdict. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed. Bary, known for posting a photo of a severed head on social media, was arrested in 2020 and faced up to 9 years in prison. He had been under strict confinement rules and showed no signs of violence.

via ABC News|
#abdel-majed-abdel-bary#crime#death-in-custody
conflict2 years ago

Burkina Faso village massacre: 60 killed by raiders in military attire

About 60 civilians were killed in Burkina Faso by men wearing military uniforms, with the village of Karma near the Malian border being the latest target of attacks blamed on suspected jihadists. The violence has left more than 10,000 people dead and displaced 2 million people from their homes. Burkina Faso's transitional president has declared a goal of recapturing the 40% of the country's territory controlled by jihadists.

via The Guardian|
#burkina-faso#conflict#insurgency