The suspected shooter, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who ambushed two National Guard members in Washington D.C., is confirmed to have worked with CIA-backed military units in Afghanistan. Lakanwal, who entered the U.S. in 2021 through an Operation Allies Welcome program, allegedly drove from Washington State with a targeted plan, using a .357 Smith & Wesson revolver. The two injured National Guard members, Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe, are in critical condition, and the FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential act of terrorism. The suspect is now in custody and will face charges including assault with intent to kill.
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The recent designation of several European anti-fascist groups as foreign terrorist organizations by the US State Department has been met with skepticism by experts who question the groups’ capabilities and relevance. These groups, primarily protest collectives, are perceived as posing no active threat to the US. Experts suggest that the designation may be politically motivated, potentially aimed at shifting attention away from far-right terrorism, which is on the rise. Moreover, the groups lack substantial organization and funding, and have not explicitly targeted the US, making the classification seem incongruous.
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Beneath Beit Hanun, the IDF discovered a vast underground Hamas complex, a clandestine city used for terror operations. This network included thousands of structures, serving as weapons storage, command centers, and operational bases for armed terrorists. Shockingly, some of these facilities were located within an elementary school and connected by tunnels running under civilian residences, highlighting Hamas’s exploitation of the civilian population. This discovery further reveals the group’s tactics.
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Lawrence Reed, 50, is facing a federal terrorism charge for allegedly setting a 26-year-old woman on fire on a Chicago CTA train. The victim was reportedly “minding her business” when Reed approached her and poured a flammable liquid over her before igniting it. Surveillance footage shows Reed purchasing gasoline shortly before the attack and has a prior criminal record dating back to 2017. He is currently in federal custody and will undergo mental and physical evaluations before his detention hearing.
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In a shocking admission, former Pakistan-occupied Kashmir Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwarul Haq confessed Pakistan’s involvement in cross-border terrorism, referencing the recent Red Fort metro station blast and the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir. Haq’s statement, made in the PoK Assembly, claimed responsibility for attacks across India. This confession comes amid investigations into the Red Fort blast, where authorities seized a significant amount of explosives and linked the perpetrators to Pakistani terror groups. While the Pakistani federal government has distanced itself from Haq’s remarks, they are seen as confirmation of India’s claims of Pakistan’s support for terrorism.
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The US government’s recent decision to designate several European anti-fascist and related groups as terrorist organizations, including Germany’s Antifa Ost, has been met with both support and concern. The far-right Alternative für Deutschland party welcomed the move, urging similar action from European governments. However, historians and anti-fascist scholars warn that such a designation sets a dangerous precedent, potentially leading to a broader crackdown on left-wing activism, especially as far-right groups gain political traction. The US State Department’s decision could result in asset freezing and travel bans for the targeted groups, prompting discussions on the broad definition of “antifa” and the potential for misapplication of the term.
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An FBI investigation revealed a potential ISIS plot to attack the 2024 Chicago Pride Parade using a backpack bomb, as discussed on a dark web terrorist forum. This plot, which never materialized, was part of a larger planned series of attacks against LGBTQ+ targets in the U.S., according to an FBI affidavit. Law enforcement experts emphasize the seriousness of these online threats, especially given the recent arrests in Detroit related to planned attacks on LGBTQ+-friendly venues. Authorities are now highlighting the importance of vigilance, particularly for upcoming public events like the Christmas parades, while Pride Chicago officials are responding with a renewed emphasis on visibility and resilience.
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The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has reported thwarting a series of planned terrorist attacks in Kyiv allegedly orchestrated by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB). These attacks were intended to destabilize the capital and included plans for explosions in public spaces and assassinations of prominent Ukrainians. The SBU identified a resident of Crimea, recruited by the FSB, as the organizer of the operation, who traveled to Kyiv to recruit individuals and carry out targeted killings. The alleged recruiter has been charged with high treason, terrorism, and illegal handling of weapons but remains at large in Russian-occupied territory.
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The Trump administration has designated four European left-wing groups as terrorist organizations, targeting groups in Italy, Greece, and Germany, following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. These groups are linked to acts of political violence including bombings, explosive packages, and attacks on neo-Nazis. The designations allow the administration to target any financial support these networks may have in the U.S. This decision follows a history of left-wing political violence in Europe and previous actions by the Trump administration to target left-leaning groups.
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Intelligence agencies have revealed a broader terror conspiracy connected to the Delhi car explosion, uncovering plans to rig 32 vehicles with explosives for coordinated attacks across multiple cities. The investigation expanded after it was discovered that the accused had already started modifying two vehicles, with the intent of using them in future attacks. Around eight suspects were allegedly preparing to execute coordinated explosions at four locations, with each pair assigned to a specific city. The group had raised approximately Rs 20 lakh to purchase NPK fertilizer to make explosives. Authorities are now focused on identifying the wider network involved, as the group was allegedly preparing to carry out the attacks soon.
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