Mozambique, ISCAP adopts kidnapping strategy in Cabo Delgado
The pro-ISIS jihadists have two objectives: to replenish their ranks, decimated by SADC anti-terrorism operations, and to maintain control over the population with terror.
Africa, ISCAP makes increasing use of IED in Mozambique
The phenomenon, widespread in Cabo Delgado, is linked to the recent arrival of pro-ISIS experts from other areas. There is a risk of an increase in violence also in Tanzania.
Mozambique, new contingent from South Africa: the Bravo combat group
Operation Vikela will continue to fight ISCAP in Cabo Delgado, especially in Macomia, Mueda and Nangade. Meanwhile, EUTM MOZ intensifies the training of FADM.
Mozambique, ISCAP recruits youth in Cabo Delgado with false job offers
Pro-ISIS jihadists promise high pay. Then, they threat the victims with death. The practice is repeated in Tanzania and South Africa.
Terrorism, the Bay’ah’ to the new caliph confirms the Islamic State strategy
Pro-ISIS jihadists target Africa, especially the Sahel and the Central Quadrant, which are supplanting traditional areas in the Middle East and Asia.
Mozambique, the EU plans to support Rwanda in the fight against ISCAP
The idea is to provide a contribution as just done for the SADC SAMIM mission. Europe cannot lose sources of energy supply.
Africa, hard blow for ISGS, ISCAP and JNIM in the Sahel
International operation TRIGGER VIII, coordinated by Interpol, dismantles 14 criminal groups in 8 countries, as well as arms and drug trafficking in the quadrant.
Mozambique, South Africa strengthens its presence in the anti-ISCAP SAMIM mission
Combat Team Alpha (CTA) with armored vehicles, special forces and an airlift component deployed in Cabo Delgado. An ad hoc base in Macomia is also under construction.
North Kivu, DRC-Uganda anti-ISCAP operation along the borders
Joint forces attack Mwalika and Kikingi, retaking Mwenda. Here the jihadists fleeing from Beni had taken refuge. Objective: to close them in a pincer.
Africa, war in Ukraine and new former ISIS caliph are a powder keg
The ISCAP, ISWAP and ISGS jihadists galvanized after the appointment of the Islamic State leader. The European partners and Russia, however, are focused on Kyiv.