Trump Announces Killing of Top ISIS Leader in Nigeria
#ISIS #CounterterrorismU.S. and Nigerian forces killed Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Mainuki in a joint mission. Trump announced the operation, noting al-Mainuki was the group's second-in-command hiding in Africa. Nigerian President Tinubu confirmed the strike in the Lake Chad Basin. read more
Trump Makes Drug Cartels Top US Security Priority
#DrugCartels #CounterterrorismPresident Trump approved a new counterterrorism strategy prioritizing eliminating Western Hemisphere drug cartels. White House czar Gorka cites cartel-caused American deaths exceeding post-WWII combat losses. The plan includes military strikes on drug boats and pressuring regional leaders for cooperation. read more
#Australia #CounterTerrorism
Australian police arrest seven teenagers with a violent extremist ideology linked to the stabbing of a bishop in Sydney. More than 400 officers conduct raids in 13 locations. The suspects posed an immediate threat and were allegedly part of a network planning an attack. read more