Terrorism, UNOCT: Beware of ISIS, it has not yet been defeated
Voronkov gives the UN Security Council an overview of the evolution of the Islamic State. Not only in Iraq and Syria, but also in Africa (ISGS) and Asia. Daesh remains a real danger.
Africa: was Abdel Hakim al-Sahrawi, head of ISGS in Mali, killed?
The Isis leader would have died in a raid by the Barkhane’s French special forces, but there is no official confirmation. If true, will the balances in the Sahel with JNMI and AQIM change?
Nigeria, Boko Haram loses his number three: Amir Khalifa Umar
He was killed by the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) during some raids on Tunbum Sabon, near Lake Chad. Other ISWAP commanders also died in strike in Kwalaram.
Somalia, special forces maxi offensive against al-Shabaab
Danab carries out two raids in a few days, killing at least 65 militiamen of the Isis-linked group in Lower Jubba and Shabelle. It is the response to the bloody campaign of terrorist attacks.
Security, why we should all worry about Benin political situation
Nearly 100 political and government members sent an alarming letter on crimes against humanity and very high levels of corruption of the current presidency (Talon) to UN and Interpol.
Sub-Saharan Africa, civil Task Forces increasingly concern governments
Born to protect communities from terrorism and criminals, they have become a threat. From CJTC in Nigeria to Arrow Boys in Uganda, to Zende in South Sudan to Kamajors in Sierra Leone.
Sudan, Anonymous declares war on the military junta
Ultimatum from the hactivists to TMC: Restore immediately Internet to the population, otherwise we will destroy the country cyber infrastructure.
Terrorism, Isis and Al Qaeda’s evolutions towards a two-headed monster
Last chapter of the story of the two groups, which share roots and purpose of recreating the Caliphate. Bin Laden’s network (mastermind) and Daesh (armed wing) point to Khorasan-Kashmir.
Terrorism, the evolution of Isis and Al Qaeda: the clash between Wahhabism and Muslim Brotherhood
Sixth chapter of a study on the history of the two groups, to understand why they share the same roots and purposes, aimed at recreating the Caliphate. Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the moderate alternative to jihad.
Libya, GNA forces begin to close the LNA in Wadi Al Rabiyah
A massive counterattack is underway to tighten the circle on the General's troops south of Tripoli. Meanwhile, Sarraj flies to Italy to ask for post-civil war support.