Terrorism
FBI Stops Minnesota Mall Attack Plot
FBI arrested an 18-year-old who pledged allegiance to ISIS and attempted to acquire weapons for a mass shooting at the Mall of America. Undercover operations disrupted the terror plot.
Pakistan Military Kills India-Backed Terrorists
Pakistan's security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, killing five alleged India-backed militants and injuring two others. The operation targeted terrorist personnel in the border region.
Colombia Proposes New Anti-Terrorism Legislation
Colombia's government seeks to enact an anti-terrorist statute to take a firm hand against armed groups. The proposed law has raised concerns among some political figures that it could automatically include individuals on terrorism threat lists based on existing sanctions.
Sweden Reveals Suspected Terrorist Funding Allegations
Sweden's television program exposed allegations that former Preem oil company owner Mohammed Al-Amoudi financed terrorist activities linked to Osama bin Laden in the 1990s, according to classified Pentagon intelligence. Swedish security officials reportedly received warnings as early as 1994.
Galway Mosque Bombing Plot Members Charged
Three men admitted to planning a mosque bombing in Galway and threatened further attacks against mosque facilities and asylum accommodation centers. The Special Criminal Court heard evidence of extremist group coordination via encrypted messaging.
Flydubai Hijacker's Extremist Background Exposed
Details emerged about Hamam al-Hammami, the 29-year-old Omani man who attacked a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv with an onboard crash axe. Al-Hammami had made religious extremist statements during his time studying in the United Kingdom.