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Pakistan’s Senate was told that airstrikes were carried out in three Afghan provinces in retaliation for a series of militant attacks inside Pakistan, targeting terrorist hideouts and training camps with reports of over 100 militants killed; Islamabad warned it will defend itself and respond if cross-border attacks continue.
A suicide bomber struck a Shiite mosque on Islamabad’s outskirts during Friday prayers, killing 31 people and wounding about 169 as Pakistan faces a surge in militant violence. No group immediately claimed responsibility, but suspected militants include the Pakistani Taliban and Islamic State. Authorities condemned the attack and dispatched security and medical responders amid calls for blood donations for the wounded.
Pakistan’s security forces killed roughly 22 militants in overnight raids across Balochistan, raising militant deaths to about 177 in 48 hours after coordinated attacks by the Baloch Liberation Army that killed around 50 people; authorities say normalcy is returning but train service remains suspended, and there are no talks planned with the BLA.
Thousands from Tirah Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa fled to Bara and nearby towns after mosque announcements urged evacuation over possible military action against militants, with heavy snowfall making the escape arduous. Government denies any planned operation, while a military source says only targeted, intelligence-based actions are ongoing; officials say no large-scale offensive due to terrain and winter, as relief centers register displaced families and residents recount difficult journeys.
The article discusses US air strikes on the militant group Lakurawa in north-west Nigeria, highlighting the fear and hardship faced by local communities under their control, the group's activities, and the complex security situation in the region.
The U.S. conducted an airstrike in Nigeria targeting Islamist militants, with President Trump claiming to protect Christians, but analysts warn that the intervention could escalate a complex, long-standing conflict without fully understanding its dynamics.
At least 64 people were killed in a premeditated attack by Islamist militants on a Catholic parish in North Kivu, DRC, targeting mourners with machetes, firearms, and setting homes ablaze, amidst ongoing violence by groups aligned with IS-CAP, despite international peacekeeping efforts.
Militant groups in Mali have set fire to trucks and imposed a blockade on key trade routes near Kayes, threatening regional trade and Mali's economy, with concerns of an escalation in the jihadist insurgency and potential expansion into neighboring countries.
Boko Haram militants killed over 60 people, including soldiers, in a brutal house-to-house attack on the village of Darul Jamal in Nigeria's Borno State, where residents had recently returned after displacement, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite increased military efforts.
India announced it had killed three militants responsible for the April attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists, claiming they were from Pakistan and providing evidence to support this. The attack led to a brief conflict between India and Pakistan, and the Indian government faces domestic criticism over security failures and diplomatic handling. The situation remains complex with ongoing questions about the investigation and accountability.
A car bomb in North Waziristan killed at least 13 soldiers and injured civilians, with Pakistan blaming Indian-backed militants, while India denied involvement; the attack is linked to ongoing tensions and conflicts between the two nations.
Over 200 gunmen on motorbikes attacked a Niger army base near Mali, killing at least 34 soldiers, with Niger's military claiming to have killed dozens of terrorists in response. The attack highlights ongoing jihadist violence in the Sahel region, where Niger faces significant insurgent threats and has recently expelled Western forces, turning to Russia and Turkey for security support.
Gaza militants have released a video showing Sasha Troufanov, an Israeli Russian citizen, who is being held hostage. The video is part of ongoing tensions and conflicts in the region.
Suspected Sunni Muslim militants from Jaish al-Adl attacked Iran’s Revolutionary Guards headquarters in Sistan-Baluchestan, resulting in at least 27 fatalities, including 11 security force members and 16 militants. The clashes occurred in the towns of Chabahar and Rask, with 10 other security officers injured. Jaish al-Adl aims to improve conditions for the Baluchi ethnic minority in Iran and has previously targeted Iranian security forces in the region. This area, bordering Afghanistan and Pakistan, has seen frequent confrontations between Iranian forces and Sunni militants and drug traffickers.
Pakistani security forces repelled an attack by militants on a complex near the Gwadar port, killing all eight attackers. The port, heavily invested in by China, is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the assault, which targeted government and intelligence offices. This incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region, where separatist groups have been fighting for a larger share of regional wealth.