Islamist group’s statement on Wednesday follows a refusal by Kenya to withdraw its troops from Somalia
Terrorism
Hunt Is on for the “White Widow” After Kenya Terrorist Attack
Interpol has issued an arrest notice for Samantha Lewthwaite, the fugitive British national who has been dubbed the “white widow.” The international police agency says the notice was issued at the request of Kenya, where she …
India: Militants Strike Northern Police Post and Army Barracks, Killing 12
Suspected Islamist attack in country’s northern Jammu province is the first in over a decade
Born in the USA: 5 American Terrorists
If Americans were among the Kenya mall attackers as claimed, they’ll join a growing list of home-grown terrorists
Kenyan Prez Says Mall Attackers Defeated, Floors Collapsed
The death toll now stands at 72
Gunfire, Explosion Point to Continuing Strife at Kenya Mall
Authorities had said the building was under their control, but the violence continues for a fourth day
Kenyan Forces ‘In Control’ of Westgate Mall Hostage Crisis
The Kenyan Ministry of the Interior said via Twitter Monday that government forces are “in control” of the Westgate Mall. Al-Shabab terrorists attacked the mall Saturday, killing at least 62, wounding 200 and taking an unknown …
Kenya Defense Forces Have Taken Control of Westgate Mall, Trapped Militants
The Kenya Defense Forces say they have regained control of Westgate Mall Monday morning, two days after it was attacked by alleged al-Shabab terrorists Saturday.
The KDF …
Filipino Rebels Clash With Government, Take Hostages
Three dead and about a dozen civilians taken hostage in a standoff in Zamboanga City, hub for U.S. counterterrorism efforts
Bin Laden Raid Had Help From Space, Secret Budget Documents Show
A fleet of satellites played a vital role in the U.S. raid that killed Osama bin Laden, according to intelligence documents obtained by the Washington Post from whistleblower Edward Snowden.
The so-called “black budget” …
Q&A: Indonesia’s Terrorism Expert on the Country’s Homegrown Jihadis
Indonesia has endured terrorist attacks targeting churches, embassies, nightclubs and luxury hotels for over a decade. While much focus has been on the link between Indonesian terrorist groups and al-Qaeda, terrorism expert and …
France’s Latest Terrorist Suspect: A French Convert Near Retirement Age
French soldiers in Mali arrest a 58-year-old Frenchman who is suspected of being a member of al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb—and who may prove to be a key source of intelligence on the group
No Exit: Syria’s War Through the Eyes of a Fighter on Both Sides
When Siraj heard the news earlier this month that al-Qaeda had embraced Jabhat al-Nusra, a jihadist group recognized in Syria for its discipline and fighting prowess, but deemed a terrorist group by the U.S. State Department, he …