Keywords: Counterterrorism


Türkiye captures FETO suspect linked to 2016 assassination attempt against Erdogan

Turkish authorities have arrested a suspected member of the Fetullah Terrorist Organization (FETO) who was wanted over his alleged involvement in the 2016 failed coup attempt and an operation targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the Interior Ministry announced. The suspect, identified by the initials......

Mali army says it destroyed terrorist gathering sites in the north

The Malian armed forces have announced the destruction of four suspected terrorist gathering sites in the Kidal region of northern Mali as part of ongoing operations aimed at monitoring and securing the country’s territory. According to a statement issued by the General Staff of the Malian Armed......

Morocco calls for a multidimensional approach to combating terrorism in Africa

Morocco has called for a comprehensive and multidimensional strategy to address terrorism and violent extremism in Africa, stressing that security measures alone cannot provide lasting solutions to the continent’s growing security challenges. Speaking during a ministerial meeting of the African......

Turkey arrests 119 suspects linked to Islamic State in nationwide operation

Turkish authorities have arrested 119 people suspected of links to the Islamic State group (IS, also known as Daesh) during a nationwide security operation, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday. The operation was carried out by the Turkish gendarmerie across 30 provinces, including major cities......

How Morocco became a global reference in counterterrorism strategy

Morocco has emerged as one of the most respected countries in the field of counterterrorism, thanks to a comprehensive strategy that combines intelligence, prevention, international cooperation, and social resilience. Rather than relying solely on reactive security measures, the country has developed......

Mali says around 100 militants killed during military operations in the country's north

Mali's armed forces have announced the killing of approximately 100 militants during a series of military operations conducted in the northern regions of Anéfis and Tabrichat, underscoring the country's continued efforts to contain insurgent groups operating across the Sahel. According......

Kuwait reaffirms support for Morocco after foiled terrorist plots

Kuwait has reiterated its full support for Morocco following the disruption of alleged terrorist plots, reaffirming its solidarity with the North African kingdom and condemning all forms of terrorism. In a statement issued by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Gulf state strongly denounced......

US reduces military presence in Nigeria while maintaining intelligence cooperation

The United States has scaled back its military presence in Nigeria following the completion of a major counterterrorism operation, while reaffirming its commitment to intelligence cooperation with Nigerian security forces. The announcement signals a shift from direct operational involvement to continued......

Morocco and Spain deepen security cooperation during high-level Rabat meeting

Morocco and Spain have reaffirmed their close security partnership following a high-level meeting in Rabat between senior officials from the two countries, highlighting continued cooperation in counterterrorism, intelligence sharing and the fight against transnational crime. The meeting brought together......