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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.

AAP

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

Blast outside a Syrian defense ministry building kills a soldier, wounds 12 people

A bomb outside a Defense Ministry building in the Syrian capital has killed one soldier and wounded about a dozen other people

The Independent UK

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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

My Take 5 (Edition 69): The week that was in international affairs

The Trump-Xi summit yielded no major breakthroughs, with both leaders sticking to their strategic interests, particularly concerning Taiwan. Russia's intensified attacks on Ukraine, met with Ukrainian drone strikes deep into Russia, highlight Moscow's continued aggression. Latvia's government collapsed over a drone incident, underscoring regional security concerns. Meanwhile, a joint US-Nigeria…

The Times of India

WHO says Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda is ‘emergency’ of international concern

At least 80 deaths and more than 300 suspected cases in the DRC, while Uganda reports spread from travellers

The Guardian - UK

US releases footage of operation that killed Isis leader in Nigeria

Donald Trump has said US and Nigerian forces have killed the Islamic State’s second-in-command in a joint operation.

The Independent UK

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A senior militant leader has been killed in a joint US-Nigerian operation. Here’s what to know

President Donald Trump says a joint U.S. and Nigerian operation has killed a top Islamic State leader in Nigeria

The Independent 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

Trump says 'most active terrorist in the world' killed in US-Nigerian operation

The "meticulously planned and very complex mission" eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the Islamic State group's second in command globally, Trump said.

Euronews

'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

Man arrested on suspicion of plotting Paris attack 'inspired by jihadism'

French police have detained a man suspected of plotting a jihadist-inspired attack in France, with the Louvre reportedly a possible target.

Radio France Internationale

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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The Guardian - AU

Australian women accused of slavery in Islamic State territory in Syria face Melbourne court

Kawsar Ahmad, 53, also known as Abbas, and her daughter Zeinab Ahmad, 31, did not apply during brief hearing

The Conversation

What’s next for the ISIS families? This is how ‘de-radicalisation’ programs work in Australia

Amid great media attention, four women and nine children with links to Islamic State have returned from Syria to Australia.

The Independent UK

3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery and terrorism charges over alleged IS links

Three women have been charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group

The Guardian - AU

Australian woman accused of joining Islamic State in Syria refused bail

Janai Safar, 32, will remain in custody in Sydney. Two other women facing separate charges are expected to apply for bail in Melbourne on Monday

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: woman charged with joining Islamic State, anger over drink branding, how Saudis sank Project Freedom

Three women arrested over terror-related offences after returning to Australia from Syria

The Guardian - AU

Woman who returned from Syria refused bail – as it happened

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AAP

First 'ISIS bride' fails in court bid for freedom

One of the so-called "ISIS brides" who arrived from the Middle East has been denied bail on terrorism charges while two more wait to know their fate.

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: Iran breaks silence over health of supreme leader Khamenei

Iran gives rare update on health of new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei Women and children ‘with Islamic State links’ return to Australia Sixteen killed as passenger bus hits fuel tanker in Indonesia New rail service to connect Prague and Copenhagen after 10 years German tourist sues holiday company after it…

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.

The Guardian - AU

Three women linked to IS charged over alleged actions in Syria after returning to Australia

Two women charged in Melbourne on Friday with another charged in Sydney on Thursday night after group of 13 fly home

AAP

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.

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