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world2 months ago•3 min saved

Philippines Hotel Standoff and Concerns Over Islamic Extremism

The southern Philippines, particularly Mindanao, has a long history of Islamist extremism with groups like Abu Sayyaf and IS-linked factions still active despite recent setbacks. The region's geography and porous borders have historically facilitated the operation of these groups, although their capacity has been significantly weakened. Recent attacks have decreased, and the government has intensified efforts to dismantle extremist networks, but the region remains a potential hotspot for terrorism.

via The Guardian|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Pakistan Twin Bombings Kill Dozens Ahead of Parliamentary Elections"

Bombings at political offices in southwestern Pakistan's Baluchistan province killed at least 29 people and wounded more than two dozen a day before parliamentary elections, raising concerns for the election in the troubled Western ally. The attacks targeted the offices of an independent candidate and a leading radical Islamist party, with no immediate claim of responsibility. Baluchistan, home to a low-level insurgency and various militant groups, has been the scene of violence ahead of elections, but the government is committed to holding the elections as scheduled.

via The Associated Press|

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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Pakistan Election Eve Bombings Kill Dozens"

Deadly bombings struck two political offices in Baluchistan, Pakistan, killing at least 30 people the day before parliamentary elections, raising concerns for the election in the troubled Western ally. The attacks, which left more than two dozen people wounded, drew condemnation from almost all the political parties. Baluchistan, a gas-rich province on the border with Afghanistan and Iran, has been the scene of an insurgency for more than two decades by Baluch nationalists who are seeking independence, and various militant groups have a strong presence in the region.

via NPR|

#baluchistan #bombings #elections