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10 Militants Killed in Joint Police and Orakzai Scouts Operation in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistani police and Orakzai Scouts killed 10 terrorists affiliated with the banned Lashkar-e-Islam Pakistan and Hafiz Gul Bahadur group during a joint operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district. The operation followed a militant blockade on Sangra Main Road. Authorities said security operations would continue to eliminate terrorist threats and maintain law and order.
Trump Rules Out Nuclear Strike on Iran, Cites Russia-China Disarmament Talks
US President Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran and said he does not foresee deploying American ground troops. In a Newsmax interview, he also revealed that Washington is discussing nuclear disarmament with Russia and China, predicting that Beijing could match US nuclear capabilities within five years.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Six Aerial Threats as Houthi Attacks Escalate; Riyadh Golf Tournament Postponed
Saudi Arabia’s Saudi-led coalition says it has intercepted six aerial threats, including drones, cruise missiles and a ballistic missile, amid escalating Iranian-backed Houthi attacks. The PIF Saudi International golf tournament has been postponed indefinitely following a deadly attack on Riyadh’s international airport. Pakistan strongly condemned the attacks and reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and security.
Pakistan Security Forces Kill Alleged Mastermind of Kohat Police Lines Suicide Attack in KP
Pakistani security forces and the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) have killed an alleged mastermind of the suicide attack on Kohat Police Lines during a joint operation in Lakki Marwat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the CTD, the terrorist had links to the Gul Bahadur group and was involved in facilitating the attack using an explosives-laden vehicle. He was also allegedly linked to a bank robbery involving Rs6 million and plans to target a Pakistan Air Force installation
Illinois Teen Arrested Over Alleged Mass Shooting Plot Targeting Hindu Temple Near Chicago
A 19-year-old man from Palatine, Illinois, has been arrested over an alleged mass shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Aurora, near Chicago. Prosecutors say Alexandros Paporakis shared a white supremacist manifesto and messages indicating that his rifle had malfunctioned. Police recovered a rifle, loaded magazines, hundreds of rounds of ammunition and body armor from his home. He faces felony charges of making a terrorist threat and unlawful weapon possession.
Pentagon Prepares Plans to Strike Iran’s Energy and Nuclear Facilities as Trump Says War Could End Soon
The Pentagon has prepared plans for potential strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities if President Donald Trump orders a resumption of military operations, CNN reported. Trump has also called for shooting those responsible for leaking information about US military operations, while predicting that the war with Iran will end “very soon” and oil prices will fall sharply afterward.
Germany Jails Two Men for Plotting Attacks on Jewish Leaders on Behalf of Iran’s Quds Force
A German court sentenced two men to eight-and-a-half and four-and-a-half years in prison for spying on Jewish and pro-Israel figures and preparing attacks allegedly directed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force. The intended targets included German-Israeli Society President Volker Beck and Central Council of Jews in Germany President Josef Schuster.
Balochistan Commissioner Asadullah Kakar Abducted by Armed Terrorists in Pakistan
Rakhshan Division Commissioner Asadullah Kakar and his driver were abducted by armed terrorists in Balochistan, Pakistan, while travelling from Quetta to Kharan. Local administrative sources told Terror Monitor that the banned Balochistan Liberation Army was responsible for a series of recent high-profile kidnappings, with substantial ransom payments allegedly securing the release of previously abducted officials.
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Sudan Gold Mine Airstrikes Kill at Least 72, Local Reports Put Death Toll at 200 Near Egyptian Border
Airstrikes targeting artisanal gold-mining sites in Sudan’s northern border region have killed at least 72 people, according to rights monitor Emergency Lawyers, while local media reports citing survivors put the death toll at 200, with hundreds more wounded.
Nigeria: Jihadists Kill and Abduct Dozens During Friday Prayers in Niger State
Americas
More »Trump Rules Out Nuclear Strike on Iran, Cites Russia-China Disarmament Talks
US President Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran and said he does not foresee deploying American ground troops. In a Newsmax interview, he also revealed that Washington is discussing nuclear disarmament with Russia and China, predicting that Beijing could match US nuclear capabilities within five years.
Illinois Teen Arrested Over Alleged Mass Shooting Plot Targeting Hindu Temple Near Chicago
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Taiwan President Announces Major Defense Spending Increase Amid Rising Chinese Military Pressure
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has announced plans to increase defense spending to NT$1.1 trillion, equivalent to more than 3% of GDP, to counter growing Chinese military pressure and deter a potential conflict across the Taiwan Strait. Lai stressed that Taiwan's goal was to prevent war, not provoke one, as Taipei seeks to modernize its armed forces and awaits approval of a $14 billion U.S. arms package that includes Patriot air defense systems.
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14 Kazakh Sailors Killed During Caspian Sea Exercise, Five Military Officials Detained
Fourteen Kazakh naval personnel were killed after being swept into the Caspian Sea during a military exercise in severe weather, while three others were rescued. Kazakhstan has detained five senior defence officials, including the navy’s first deputy commander, over suspected negligence and violations of maritime navigation rules. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ordered an investigation and declared a national day of mourning.
China to Supply Iran with 400 Advanced Missiles? Pakistan Denies Role Amid Reports
China conducts ballistic missile test in South Pacific nuclear-free zone
Europe
More »Germany Warns Europe Is in Iran’s Crosshairs, Vows to Counter Tehran’s Hostile Activities
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul warned that Europe is in Iran’s crosshairs following a court ruling that sentenced two men for plotting attacks against Jewish and pro-Israel figures on behalf of Iranian intelligence. He also warned of growing Russian threats and urged the European Union to maintain sanctions against Moscow.
Middle East
More »Saudi Arabia Intercepts Six Aerial Threats as Houthi Attacks Escalate; Riyadh Golf Tournament Postponed
Saudi Arabia’s Saudi-led coalition says it has intercepted six aerial threats, including drones, cruise missiles and a ballistic missile, amid escalating Iranian-backed Houthi attacks. The PIF Saudi International golf tournament has been postponed indefinitely following a deadly attack on Riyadh’s international airport. Pakistan strongly condemned the attacks and reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and security.
South Asia
More »10 Militants Killed in Joint Police and Orakzai Scouts Operation in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistani police and Orakzai Scouts killed 10 terrorists affiliated with the banned Lashkar-e-Islam Pakistan and Hafiz Gul Bahadur group during a joint operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district. The operation followed a militant blockade on Sangra Main Road. Authorities said security operations would continue to eliminate terrorist threats and maintain law and order.
Balochistan Commissioner Asadullah Kakar Abducted by Armed Terrorists in Pakistan
