Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Terrorism

Treasury imposes terrorism sanctions on Hezbollah-linked network in Lebanon, South America

The U.S. Treasury has imposed terrorism-related sanctions on a network of seven individuals and businesses in Lebanon and South America, alleging their involvement in financing the militant group Hezbollah.Among those targeted is Amer Mohamed Akil Rada, who is believed...

London police increasingly confident terrorism suspect daring escape ‘clearly pre-planned’

London’s Metropolitan Police have determined that terrorism suspect Daniel Khalife’s escape from a London-area prison was "clearly pre-planned" as new details surface following the incident and police focus their search."It is clearly pre-planned, the fact that he could strap...

UK lawmakers to declare Wagner Group a terrorist organization: report

The Wagner Group mercenary outfit could soon be deemed a terrorist group by the United Kingdom, which would make being a member, joining or supporting the organization against the law, according to reports.The BBC reported that a draft order...

US warns of ISIS return as critics accuse Syria’s Assad of stirring ‘ethnic’ tensions

U.S. military officials have called for an end to the escalating civil war in Syria over concerns that it could lead to a resurgence of ISIS, while critics accuse some regional leaders — including those in Iran — of...

US military urges halt to clashes in eastern Syria amid concerns of ISIS resurgence

The United States military called for an end to days of fighting between rival U.S.-backed groups in east Syria Thursday, warning it may help the resurgence of the Islamic State group.The fighting that broke out Monday — and left...

120 Asylum Seekers Smuggled by ISIS-Linked Group Were Allowed Into US, Biden Admin Admits

A smuggler with ties to a foreign extremist group helped Uzbek migrants enter the United States from Mexico, the White House said on Tuesday, raising questions about a potential security threat. The smuggler was based in Turkey and had links...

9/11 Families Furious Over Biden Plan to Spare Terrorists the Death Penalty: ‘Sickening Betrayal’

President Joe Biden’s administration is facing backlash for considering plea deals for Guantanamo Bay detainees accused of orchestrating the 9/11 attacks that claimed 2,977 American lives. These proposed deals would involve the suspects, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the “principal...

Turkish foreign minister urges Iraq to label Kurdistan Worker’s Party as terrorist group

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday urged Iraq to ban the Kurdistan Worker's Party (PKK) as a terrorist organization.Should Iraq agree to do so, it would follow precedent set by Turkey.Fidan labeled the PKK's activities a "challenge against...

Sweden raises terrorism alert to second-highest setting following recent Quran burnings

Recent Quran burnings in Sweden have caused government officials to warn residents to "observe increased vigilance and caution."On Aug. 17, 2023, the country raised its terrorism alert level to the second-highest setting.Sweden doesn't have any blasphemy laws that prohibit...

9/11 terrorist suspects could avoid death penalty amid plea negotiations: Letter to families

Honoring lost heroes on 21st anniversary of 9/11 Tunnels to Towers foundation chairman and CEO Frank Siller shares the heroic story of his brother FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller, who died on 9/11, and highlights Tunnels to Towers’...

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Trump’s Not Even Slightly Worried About Going to Jail: ‘I’m Built a Little Differently, I Guess’

Former President Donald J. Trump on Sunday showed his true colors, yet again, in an interview with NBC’s “Meet...

UPenn to Host Palestinian Literature Festival Featuring Speakers Who Praise Violence Against Israel

The University of Pennsylvania is slated to host a Palestinian literature festival this week that will feature speakers who have praised terrorism against Israel...

This Super PAC Is Fundraising for Hawaii Disaster Relief. The Money Could End Up in Democratic Campaign Coffers.

A left-wing super PAC may be sending money donated to provide relief for victims of the Maui wildfires to Democratic candidates. The super PAC Our...

This Liberal City Wanted Millions In Grant Funding To Fight Retail Crime. It Missed The Application Deadline.

Frustration grows in crime-ridden Oakland as residents blast city's left-wing leaders (Getty Images) Crime-ridden Oakland missed out on millions of dollars in grant funding meant to...

Mexican President Defends Russia’s Participation in Military Parade

Mexican president Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday defended the presence of a Russian military unit in a weekend parade marking Mexico's independence day, following...