US Christmas strikes on ISIS in Nigeria backed by intelligence
The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with Nigerian intelligence support. Defence Secretary warns of more action. Read the latest.
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US Airstrikes Target ISIS in Nigeria After Christmas Attacks
The United States has launched deadly airstrikes against ISIS militants in Nigeria following attacks on Christians. Defence Secretary warns 'More to come...'. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger Plan Large-Scale Anti-Extremist Ops
The Alliance of Sahel States announces imminent large-scale military operations against jihadist groups, following the launch of a 5,000-strong joint battalion. Read the latest on the regional security shift.
Burkina Faso releases detained Nigerian Air Force personnel
Burkina Faso's military regime has freed 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel detained after an emergency landing. Diplomacy resolved the incident amid regional tensions. Read the full story.
Russia's Africa Corps Accused of Atrocities in Mali
An AP investigation reveals refugees' accounts of abuses by Russia's Africa Corps in Mali, including rapes and beheadings. Read the full report on the new reign of terror.
Sahel conflict sends herders fleeing to coastal cities
Deadly violence in the Sahel region is stripping cattle herders of their livelihoods, forcing thousands to migrate to cities like Abidjan. Discover the human impact of this escalating crisis.
Forestry Expert Simon Rietbergen Dies Aged 65
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert behind the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative, who dedicated his life to protecting Africa's forests. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Far-right extremists outnumber Islamists in Prevent referrals
Exclusive data reveals a dramatic shift in UK terrorism threats as far-right extremists surpass Islamist cases in Prevent referrals for the first time, signalling changing security landscape.
Islamic State claims deadly Mali barracks attack
Islamic State jihadists have claimed responsibility for a brutal attack on a military base in Mali that left dozens dead, marking one of the deadliest assaults on the country's armed forces this year.
Mali expels UN peacekeepers in major diplomatic rupture
Mali's military government orders immediate withdrawal of UN peacekeeping mission, marking dramatic escalation in tensions with West and raising fears of regional instability.
London's toxic protests: Hate marches spiral out of control
Exclusive investigation reveals how London's protest marches have become breeding grounds for extremism and intimidation, with police struggling to maintain order amid rising bigotry.
FBI criticised over Kash Patel extremism training
The FBI is under fire after running an extremism training session featuring Kash Patel, a controversial Trump ally, raising concerns about political bias in law enforcement.
UK Police Investigate Hamas-Glorifying Social Media Posts
British authorities are actively investigating social media content that appears to celebrate Hamas attacks, raising serious concerns about online extremism and public safety in the UK.
Manchester Synagogue Attacker: The Untold Story
Exclusive investigation into the Manchester synagogue attacker reveals a complex history of mental health struggles, missed intervention opportunities, and radicalisation warning signs that culminated in last week's violent assault.
Rise in UK babies given extremist-associated names
Exclusive Home Office data shows a significant increase in British children being given names associated with Islamist extremism, raising security concerns amid growing terror threats.
US far-right figures Kirk and Patel barred from UK entry
Controversial American activists Charlie Kirk and Kash Patel have been denied entry to the UK ahead of their scheduled appearances, with government sources citing their history of promoting extremist views and divisive rhetoric.
MP gets Islamist death threats over Israel stance
Counter-terrorism detectives are investigating chilling death threats against a British MP who expressed support for Israel, with security measures heightened amid concerns of Islamist extremism.
Politicians have 'blood on hands' over antisemitism
The head of Campaign Against Antisemitism delivers blistering critique of politicians fuelling extremism through empty gestures, as new figures reveal shocking rise in anti-Jewish hate across Britain.
Political Extremism Fuels US Mass Shootings: Analysis
Exclusive analysis reveals how political beliefs are becoming a driving force behind mass shootings in the US, with new research showing alarming patterns in suspect profiles.
ADL dismantles extremism research division
The Anti-Defamation League has dismantled its Centre on Extremism, raising concerns about monitoring of hate groups and online radicalisation.
Musk accuses ADL of targeting Christian extremism
Tesla billionaire launches extraordinary attack against Anti-Defamation League, claiming the Jewish organisation unfairly targets Christian groups while downplaying other extremism.
Gove questions Labour over Tommy Robinson meetings
Cabinet Minister Michael Gove challenges Labour to clarify alleged meeting with far-right activist Tommy Robinson during heated parliamentary debate over extremism definition.
Snubbed Men Lured into Dark Web of Hate and Extremism
An exclusive investigation reveals how young men, feeling marginalised by society, are being systematically radicalised by sinister online groups into a life of misogyny and extremism.
West African states quit ICC, form new confederation
Military regimes in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announce a strategic 'Confederation' and jointly withdraw from the International Criminal Court, signalling a major geopolitical shift.
Inside Indonesia's groundbreaking deradicalisation programme
An exclusive look at how Indonesia is using education, vocational training, and psychological support to reintegrate former terrorists back into society, offering a model for counter-extremism efforts.
Trump's 'Vermin' Comments Spark Historical Comparisons
Former US President Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after using dehumanising language against opponents at a New Hampshire rally, drawing comparisons to historical hate speech.
Church Bishops Urge Christians to Reject Far-Right Ideology
Senior Church of England bishops issue a powerful statement urging Christians to stand against far-right ideologies, warning that such movements fundamentally contradict Christian values of love and compassion.
Ross Kemp: Far-Right Have Hijacked England's Flag
EastEnders legend and documentary maker Ross Kemp issues a stark warning that far-right groups are co-opting the St George's Cross, urging decent Brits to reclaim the national symbol from extremists.
Far-Right's Cynical Exploitation of Violence Against Women
An investigation reveals how far-right groups in the UK are cynically co-opting the fight against violence towards women and girls to spread division, target migrants, and undermine trust in institutions.
Australia's stark warning on rising homegrown extremism
A Guardian columnist in Australia sounds the alarm on the creeping normalisation of extreme political language, drawing disturbing parallels to the US and calling for urgent resistance against the local radical march.
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