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US authorities arrested 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant in North Carolina for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack inspired by ISIL, with plans to target local businesses on New Year's Eve. The suspect, a prolific social media user, had previously attempted contact with ISIS and was under surveillance, with evidence including weapons and attack plans found at his home. He faces up to 20 years in prison, and the arrest is part of a multi-year investigation aimed at preventing domestic terrorism.
The US Justice Department announced it thwarted an ISIS-inspired plot by 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant in North Carolina to carry out a knife and hammer attack on New Year's Eve, after he pledged allegiance to ISIS and planned to attack local targets, with plans and weapons found during his arrest.
The FBI disrupted a potential New Year's Eve attack in North Carolina planned by an 18-year-old who pledged loyalty to ISIS, arresting him before any harm was done, and uncovering detailed attack plans.
A 21-year-old Texas man, John Michael Garza Jr., accused of attempting to support ISIS with bomb components and money, has been ordered held pending trial due to the serious danger his release could pose, following an FBI sting operation where he allegedly shared ISIS media, sent funds, and provided bomb-making materials.
A joint FBI and DHS report warns that lone actors and small groups motivated by various ideologies pose the most significant terrorism threat to New Year's celebrations, with concerns about targeted attacks, vehicle rammings, and cybercrime, although no specific credible threat has been identified.
Turkey conducted nationwide operations, detaining 357 suspects linked to Islamic State following a deadly clash in Yalova, as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and prevent planned attacks during the holiday season.
Security preparations are underway in Times Square for New Year's Eve, with increased police presence, enhanced screening measures, and vigilance against potential threats, including lone offenders and vehicle attacks, to ensure public safety during the large celebration.
Turkish police conducted large-scale operations across Turkey, detaining 357 suspects linked to the Islamic State group, amid heightened security concerns following recent clashes and threats of attacks during holiday celebrations.
Police investigating the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney found no evidence that the perpetrators, Sajid and Naveed Akram, trained or acted as part of a terrorist cell in the Philippines, where they had briefly visited. The pair, inspired by Islamic State, acted alone in the attack that killed 15 and wounded 40, with police emphasizing the importance of heightened security for New Year's celebrations. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are taking extensive measures to ensure public safety.
Australian police confirmed that the two alleged gunmen, Sajid and Naveed Akram, acted alone in the Bondi Beach mass shooting, did not train in the Philippines, and were motivated by Islamic State ideology, with investigations indicating they rarely left their hotel during their trip.
Australian police assess that the alleged Bondi shooter father and son acted alone, did not receive training or contact with a terror cell in the Philippines, and were inspired by Islamic State, but not directed by any broader network.
The UK reaffirmed its support for Somalia's sovereignty and unity at the UN, emphasized the importance of dialogue between Mogadishu and Hargeisa, and highlighted ongoing international efforts and support for Somalia's security and democratic development.
A Turkish police raid on a suspected ISIS safe house in Yalova resulted in a violent clash that left three police officers and six militants dead, as part of Turkey's broader crackdown on suspected terrorists.
Turkish police clashed with Islamic State militants in Yalova, resulting in 6 militants and 3 police officers dead, with several others wounded, during a raid that involved evacuating women and children and closing local schools, amid ongoing anti-ISIS operations across Turkey.