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Mali’s security crisis holds warnings for Nigeria: here’s why

Mali and Nigeria, two of the countries in the Sahel region of west Africa, are separated by approximately 1,000 kilometres, with the Niger Republic between them. They differ in population size and government, but they face some of the same threats.

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FED:Albanese rules out help for second 'ISIS bride' group

A second group of women with ties to Islamic State could soon return to Australia, as the prime minister says further arrests could be made on their arrival.

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Albanese rules out help for second 'ISIS bride' group

A second group of women with ties to Islamic State could soon return to Australia, as the prime minister says further arrests could be made on their arrival.

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Joint Nigeria-US strikes kill 175 Islamic State group fighters, both militaries say

Some 175 militants belonging to the Islamic State (IS) group were killed in joint Nigerian-US strikes in Nigeria's northeast in recent days, both militaries said Tuesday. Washington sent troops to the West African nation in February as armed groups stepped up their attacks on communities across the country.

France 24

Fresh U.S. Strikes in Nigeria Highlight Washington's Growing Military Footprint in West Africa

Nigerian military spokesperson Samaila Uba said operations "in close coordination" with the United States would continue to "disrupt terrorist networks" and deny militants safe haven

Latin Times

8½-Year Sentence for American Who Fought for ISIS Is Too Lenient, Says Sixth Circuit

The district court had departed downward from the Sentencing Guidelines' recommended sentence of 30 to 50 years.

Reason

US, Nigeria launch fresh kinetic strikes on ISIS targets

US Africa Command, in coordination with Nigeria, conducted kinetic strikes against ISIS militants in Northeastern Nigeria. This operation follows the recent killing of a top ISIS leader, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, in a joint US-Nigerian mission. The strikes aim to diminish ISIS's capacity to plan attacks threatening regional and US security.

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Abu-Bilal al-Minuki Killed: What to Know About ISIS Second-in-Command Leader Targeted in US-Nigerian Operation

US and Nigerian forces say ISIS-linked commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed in a joint operation in Nigeria, raising security concerns

International Business Times UK

Trump Claims 'World's Most Active Terrorist', ISIS No. 2 Wiped Out in 'Flawless' Raid — But Nigeria Stays Silent

Donald Trump says a joint US–Nigerian raid has killed ISIS's alleged global 'number two,' Abu‑Bilal al‑Minuki, calling the mission 'flawlessly executed,' despite silence from Abuja.

International Business Times UK

Nigeria confirms Islamic State second in command killed in joint US operation

Nigerian and US forces have killed Abu-Bilal ⁠al-Minuki, second in command of Islamic State armed group (ISIS) globally, in a joint operation, the two countries' leaders have confirmed. It marks the second time in recent months that US President Donald Trump has ordered its military to intervene in Nigeria, where…

Radio France Internationale

'ISIS greatly diminished': Trump announces killing of 'most active terrorist' Abu-Bilal al-Minuki in Africa

US President Donald Trump announced the killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as ISIS's global second-in-command, in a joint US-Nigerian operation. Trump stated the mission, executed at his direction, successfully removed a key terrorist leader who was planning attacks on Americans and destabilizing Africa. This operation significantly weakens ISIS's global network.

The Times of India

ISIS second in command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki eliminated: Trump

United States President Donald Trump announced the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the global second-in-command of ISIS. American and Nigerian forces conducted a complex mission to remove the terrorist from the battlefield. Al-Minuki was reportedly planning operations targeting Americans and terrorizing people in Africa. His removal significantly diminishes ISIS's global operations.…

The Economic Times

Short Circuit: An inexhaustive weekly compendium of rulings from the federal courts of appeal

A camp chair, a shaking of faith, and a murder in front of a Waffle House.

Reason

One small country set the model for reintegrating ISIS families from Syria. Here’s what Australia can learn

After four women and nine children associated with Islamic State returned to Australia from Syria last week, the Australian Federal Police indicated some would be referred to community reintegration and countering violent extremism programs.

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Fifa World Cup matches face heightened terror risk in US amid Iran conflict

Experts warn of ‘soft target’ vulnerabilities and intelligence gaps as federal agencies prepare to secure 78 matches across 11 cities

The Independent UK

Isis-linked Australian women returning from Syria charged with crimes against humanity

Australia’s department of home affairs estimates that more than 200 Australians, including men, women and children, travelled to Syria and Iraq between 2012 and 2019 to support or join the terrorist group

The Conversation

IS-linked women are facing a raft of criminal charges. A legal expert explains the laws at play

After multiple attempts to leave Syria, four ISIS-linked women (often referred to as “ISIS brides”) and nine children have arrived back in Australia.

The Times of India

Australia arrests 3 women returning from Syria over alleged IS links, slavery offences

Australian authorities apprehended three women returning from Syria with their children, facing potential slavery and terrorism charges. These repatriated individuals, previously held in Syrian detention camps after the Islamic State's collapse, now confront serious legal proceedings. The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about national security and the welfare of children involved.

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The Independent UK

Candlelight vigils held across Australia for 5-year-old Indigenous girl found dead

The child disappeared from Alice Springs on 25 April and her body was found five days later

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Slavery and terror group charges for 'ISIS brides'

There have been chaotic scenes at Sydney and Melbourne airports as three Islamic State-linked women were arrested after arriving with their families from Syria.

The Independent UK

Australia says it’s ready to handle return of Isis-linked families from Syria

Police chief says some members of returning group will be arrested and charged and others kept under investigation

The Conversation

ISIS families to return to Australia, with police waiting to make arrests

Four of the so-called “ISIS brides” and nine children are set to arrive in Australia from Syria imminently, with the Australian Federal Police ready to make arrests.

The Independent UK

The nightmare of trying to save our son Jack from Isis

THE LONGER READ: For 12 years, Sally Lane and John Letts have been fighting to bring their son Jack – held in Isis prisons in Syria and Iraq – back home to Oxford. They tell the story of how their lives fell apart to chief international correspondent Bel Trew

The Conversation

Albanese is prioritising politics over the responsible handling of ISIS families, setting a dangerous precedent

Thirteen Australian women and children linked to ISIS have reportedly been blocked from leaving Syria again, with the Syrian Foreign Ministry blaming the Australian government, saying it had “refused to receive them”.

The Independent UK

US jury is deliberating in trial of alleged ISIS militant charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing

A jury in Virginia is deliberating in the trial of an alleged Islamic State militant accused of helping plan a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the U.S. military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021

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