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Damascus attack plotters in custody, Interior Ministry confirms

Syrian Arab News Agency

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July 9, 2026

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Damascus attack plotters in custody, Interior Ministry confirms

Damascus, July 9 (SANA) Interior Minister Anas Khattab announced Thursday the arrest of the cell responsible for the terrorist bombings that targeted Damascus two days ago.. In a post on X, Khattab said the identities of the suspects, their roles, and their affiliations will be made public once the investigation is completed. The Interior Ministry []

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Al-Monitor

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· Jul 9, 2026

Cell behind Damascus bombings in custody, Syria says

July 9 (Reuters) - Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab said the cell responsible for what he called terrorist bombings that targeted Damascus on Tuesday was now in custody, Syrian TV reported on Thursday.Khattab said authorities would reveal the identities of the cell's members, their roles and all their links after investigations were completed, it added.

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 1, 2026

Israeli Patrol Enters "Valley Company" in Southern Syria

Israeli Patrol Enters "Valley Company" in Southern Syria

Haaretz

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· Jul 10, 2026

Four Bedouin Israelis indicted over alleged plans for Be'er Sheva terror attack

Authorities allege the four residents of Segev Shalom in southern Israel formed a terror cell that planned attacks on police, security forces and civilians, including a shooting at a central bus station in the nearby Be'er Sheva

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 10, 2026

All involved in Damascus blasts arrested, preliminary investigation links cell to ISIS

Damascus, July 10 (SANA) Syrian security forces have arrested all members of the cell involved in the July 7 bombings in Damascus, with preliminary investigations indicating the cell was affiliated with the (ISIS) terrorist group, Brig. Gen. Ahmad al-Dalati, commander of Internal Security in the Damascus countryside, said on Thursday. Speaking to Syria’s Al-Ikhbariya TV, []

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 7, 2026

Eight residents of Kabardino-Balkaria are suspected of preparing attacks on security forces.

Members of the terrorist cell operating in the Baksan region were preparing attacks on law enforcement buildings in Kabardino-Balkaria, the FSB reported.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jul 6, 2026

Insurgents stage coordinated attacks on army positions across Mali

Insurgents staged attacks on army ​positions across Mali on Saturday, including in a northern town where government and Russian fighters are based and in a town ‌south of the capital Bamako, the latest threat to the landlocked Sahel nation's embattled leaders.

Jewish News Syndicate

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· Jun 28, 2026

IAF strikes Hezbollah cell in Southern Lebanon

The Iranian-backed terrorists had operated adjacent to the IDF-controlled security zone.

JFeed

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· Jun 29, 2026

 IDF Kills Terror Commando Cell Moving From Syria Toward Golan Heights in Pre-Dawn Airstrike 

A terror commando unit was en route to carry out major attacks inside Israel when IDF special forces and an IAF airstrike eliminated the cell near the Syrian border.

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jun 29, 2026

‘Terrorist nests’ targeted along Afghan border

‘Terrorist nests’ targeted along Afghan border

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

UN voices deep concern over Damascus blast that killed 6

Secretary-general calls on Syrian authorities to prosecute those responsible for attack at cafe near Justice Palace, spokesperson says

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 28, 2026

Pakistan says ground operation and strikes along Afghan border killed 29 militants

Pakistani officials say security forces have targeted militant hideouts in a major operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 6, 2026

IDF destroys Hezbollah infrastructure, locates over 150 weapons in southern Lebanon village

The village, located in the Security Zone, has been a hub for Hezbollah terror activity, the IDF stated.

TASS

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· Jul 6, 2026

Six Palestinians killed, dozens injured in Israeli attacks on Gaza — TV

Several areas of the Strip came under attack, including Gaza City and Khan Yunis

Breakthrough News

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· Jun 23, 2026

13 killed in terror attack on airport, Niger’s defense ministry alleges participation of France-backed mercenaries

While the Al Qaeda-affiliated JNIM has claimed responsibility for the attack, the Nigerien Defense Ministry insists the terror groups are mercenaries hired by former colonizer France. Pavan Kulkarni , June 23, 2026

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 3, 2026

Bodycam footage: Troops arrest Arabs who assaulted hassidim

Duvdevan Unit soldiers raid Mukhmas, arresting Arabs who assaulted and chased Breslov hassidim who entered the village while fleeing police.

Intel Slava

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· Jun 28, 2026

🇮🇶⚡️ — Iraqi security forces are currently conducting an arrest and raid campaign in the capi [...]

— Iraqi security forces are currently conducting an arrest and raid campaign in the capital, Baghdad, raiding the homes of politicians.@IntelSlava

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 21, 2026

Gunmen invade another Plateau community, kill pregnant woman, one other

Gunmen suspected to be Fulani bandits on Friday, invaded the Dyan community in Rim Village of Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing a 32-year-old pregnant woman, Mrs Happiness Pam, and a 24-year-old man identified as Daniel Luka. National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association, BYM, Rwang Tengwong, who confirmed the attack in [] Gunmen invade another Plateau community, kill pregnant woman, one other

Arab Times Online

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· Jun 28, 2026

Baghdad Green Zone Under Tight Security Following Reported Arrest Operations

BAGHDAD, Jun 28: Iraqi special security forces deployed across Baghdad's heavily fortified Green Zone early Sunday as authorities reportedly carried out a series of arrests linked...

India TV News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian

Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian.

ABNA English

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· Jun 23, 2026

Head of Shin Bet: Attack Similar to Al-Aqsa Storm Will Be Repeated in Eilat

The head of Shin Bet has warned in confidential meetings of security agencies about the occurrence of an attack similar to the Al-Aqsa Storm operation in the city of Eilat, claiming that this attack will be carried out through infiltration from the borders of Egypt and Jordan with the participation of Yemen's Ansarullah. However, Israeli security sources have described these claims as lacking reliable information and attributed them to Zini's obsession.

ANTARA News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Papuan�separatists kill US pilot, burn plane in attack

affiliated armed group, officially designated as an armed criminal group (KKB). He said the attack occurred in ...

The Tribune

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· Jun 28, 2026

Pakistan: 3 paramilitary personnel, 3 terrorists killed in attack at Karachi’s Gulistan-i-Jauhar

Sindh Inspector General Javed Alam Odho said that the terrorists had rammed the main gate with their vehicle and initially they could not confirm whether a blast had also occurred.

BRICS News

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· Jun 28, 2026

[Video] JUST IN: 🇮🇶 Gunfire heard across Baghdad Green Zone as Iraqi forces raid and arrest hi [...]

JUST IN: Gunfire heard across Baghdad Green Zone as Iraqi forces raid and arrest high profile officials for corruption.@BRICSNews

Vanguard News

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· Jun 29, 2026

Security operatives foil attempted intrusion into NIPSS in Plateau

Security operatives have foiled an attempted intrusion by suspected gunmen into the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Security operatives foil attempted intrusion into NIPSS in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.

World Israel News

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· Jul 1, 2026

Knife-wielding terrorist neutralized after attacking Israeli security officer

A short time prior to the confrontation, a critical phone call was received at the police emergency hotline from a local citizen who spotted the suspicious individual near a school. The post Knife-wielding terrorist neutralized after attacking Israeli security officer appeared first on World Israel News.

Africanews

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· Jul 4, 2026

Jihadists launch fresh offensive across Mali

Suspected jihadists and Tuareg separatist fighters have launched coordinated attacks across Mali, targeting several towns, military positions and a major prison in a fresh escalation of the country's conflict.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 7, 2026

Syrian Interior Minister Arrives at Damascus Explosion Site

Syria’s Interior Minister Anas Khattab arrives at the site of the explosion in Damascus. #Syria

Fox News

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· Jun 30, 2026

Wave of attacks on Iran's IRGC raises questions about renewed Kurdish insurgency

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces face deadly attacks across western Iran as clashes spread, raising questions about an escalating Kurdish insurgency amid U.S.–Iran talks.

Legit.ng

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· Jun 25, 2026

Breaking: Tension as new terrorist sect emerges in top northern state

Kebbi government expresses concern over the terror-linked Sai Malam sect in Argungu, while launching a Violent Crimes Response Unit to enhance security operations.

HESPRESS English

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· Jul 4, 2026

Mali hit by new wave of coordinated attacks

Jihadists and their separatist Tuareg allies hit Mali with fresh coordinated attacks Saturday, striking multiple towns and a prison, according to the army, residents and security sources. The fighting, which started around 5:00 am (0500 GMT), came more than two months after the same groups staged attacks against the ruling junta in which the country’s [] The post Mali hit by new wave of coordinated attacks appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

NDTV

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· Jul 8, 2026

Pak-Linked Plot To Target Delhi Markets, Bus Stand Foiled, 6 Arrested: Cops

The New Police Lines in Civil Lines, Anand Vihar Bus Terminal and the railway station, and several crowded markets were on the terrorists' target list, the Delhi Police said.

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