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Arab News
7 days ago
- Arab News
Indian killed, one abducted in Niger attack: embassy
NIAMEY, Niger: An Indian national was killed and another abducted in what India's embassy termed a 'terrorist' attack in southwestern Niger, while a third is listed as missing, it said in a statement. Local sources said unidentified armed attackers ambushed a Nigerien army unit providing security at a construction site for an electrical line in the Dosso region, around 100 kilometers (63 miles) from the capital Niamey. Urging Indian nationals in Niger to be 'vigilant,' India's embassy in Niamey said it was in contact with the employer and families of the victims as well as the Nigerian government to facilitate repatriation of the dead man's remains. It said it was also working to secure the release of the person abducted in the attack, which took place Tuesday near the Nigerian border. Local sources and social media posts suggested at least one Nigerien soldier was killed in the attack, which authorities had not yet commented on Friday. Niger, under military rule following a 2023 coup, has faced around a decade of violence perpetrated by jihadists affiliated to Al-Qaeda and the Daesh group. The Dosso region borders both Nigeria and Benin, where attacks regularly target civilians, the army and also a giant oil pipeline transporting crude from Niger to Benin. The authorities generally blame such attacks on 'terrorists' or 'bandits.' Dosso borders the western town of Tillaberi near the borders with Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso, which has become a stronghold for militant groups. According to official Indian sources, five Indian technicians were kidnapped in an April 25 attack just north of the nearby town of Sakoira. Twelve Nigerien soldiers were killed in that attack. Earlier this month, three Indian nationals working in Mali were kidnapped from a cement factory in the west of the country.
Free Malaysia Today
7 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
US designates Pakistani group's offshoot as ‘terrorist' over Kashmir attack
Indian protesters burn a Pakistani flag after militants opened fire on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir, killing several in April. (AP pic) WASHINGTON : The US government designated The Resistance Front, considered an offshoot of the Pakistani extremist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, as a 'foreign terrorist organisation' over the April 22 Islamist militant attack in India-administered Kashmir that killed 26 people, secretary of state Marco Rubio said on Thursday. The Resistance Front, also known as Kashmir Resistance, initially took responsibility for the attack in Pahalgam before denying it days later. Lashkar-e-Taiba, listed as a 'foreign terrorist organisation' by the US, is an Islamist group accused of plotting attacks in India and in the West, including the three-day deadly assault on Mumbai in November 2008. TRF's designation by Washington as a 'foreign terrorist organisation' and 'specially designated global terrorist' enforced President Donald Trump's 'call for justice for the Pahalgam attack,' Rubio said in a statement. Rubio called TRF, which emerged in 2019, a 'front and proxy' for Lashkar-e-Taiba. It is considered an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba, according to the South Asia Terrorism Portal, a Delhi-based think tank. The attack sparked heavy fighting between nuclear-armed Asian neighbours India and Pakistan in the latest escalation of a decades-old rivalry. New Delhi blamed the attack on Pakistan, which denied responsibility while calling for a neutral investigation. Washington condemned the attack but did not directly blame Islamabad. Michael Kugelman, a Washington-based South Asia analyst and writer for Foreign Policy magazine, said in designating TRF, 'Washington is flagging its concern about the terrorist attack that provoked the recent India-Pakistan conflict, and siding with New Delhi's view that the group is linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba.' He added: 'This can be a shot in the arm for a US-India relationship looking to rebound after a few tough months.' On May 7, Indian jets bombed sites across the border that New Delhi described as 'terrorist infrastructure,' setting off an exchange of attacks between the two countries by fighter jets, missiles, drones, and artillery that killed dozens until a ceasefire on May 10. The ceasefire was first announced by Trump on social media after Washington held talks with both sides, but India has differed with Trump's claims that it resulted from his intervention and his threats to sever trade talks. India's position has been that New Delhi and Islamabad must resolve their problems directly and with no outside involvement. India is an increasingly important US partner in Washington's effort to counter China's rising influence in Asia, while Pakistan is a US ally. Both Hindu-majority India and Islamic Pakistan claim Muslim-majority Kashmir in full while ruling only parts of the Himalayan territory, over which they have also fought wars.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
October 7 probe: 35 Hamas terrorists overran Mop Darom base, led to collapse of camp's defense
The investigation concluded that the tenacity and courage of the soldiers and commanders from the Golani Brigade, and reinforcements who arrived to assist, were noteworthy. The IDF on Tuesday released its findings from an investigation into the fierce battle that took place at the MOP Darom base (Negev Research and Development Center), near Nir Oz in the Eshkol Regional Council during the October 7 massacre. The investigation paints a complex picture: a surprise attack by at least 35 terrorists led to the collapse of the camp's defense systems and the temporary capture of the facility by Hamas. Poor positioning and inadequate protection were exploited, allowing terrorists to gain control of key areas. However, the report highlights the high level of readiness shown by the Golani Brigade company, alongside the bravery of the soldiers and commanders. Despite suffering casualties, they displayed exceptional determination and led from the front. The investigation concluded that the tenacity and courage of the soldiers, commanders, and reinforcements who arrived to assist were noteworthy. Their leadership throughout the battle, especially after the injury and death of the platoon commander, who led with distinction, was deserving of special commendation. At least 35 terrorists infiltrated the camp, and ten of them were killed by IDF forces during the fighting. Prior to the attack, Golani's 51st Brigade had been stationed at the camp. At 5:30 a.m., the brigade prepared for "dawn readiness" according to the orders and situation assessment at the time. An hour later, at 6:29 a.m., Hamas launched a large-scale attack on southern Israel, with terrorists infiltrating through multiple routes by vehicles, motorcycles, and on foot. Within minutes, the brigade soldiers were facing an organized assault, with the enemy holding a significant numerical advantage. 06:29 – As red alerts warning of rockets sounded, the soldiers and platoon commanders moved into protected areas. Most entered the company's dining hall, while others sought shelter in bunkers and the command post. Several mortar shells and drones exploded inside the camp during this time. 06:31 – Reports from the lookout indicated the infiltration of over 100 terrorists across ten entry points in the company's sector. 06:35 – Despite lookout reports of increasing terrorist activity, a battalion operations officer assured in a WhatsApp group that everything inside the camp was operational. Meanwhile, a lookout saw 20 terrorists on motorcycles approaching the camp. 06:47 – Dozens of terrorists infiltrated the camp through openings in the armored vehicle gate and main entrance. 07:00 – Upon realizing most of the soldiers were inside the dining hall, the terrorists began firing at them using small arms, shoulder-fired missiles, machine guns, and throwing grenades. Simultaneously, fighting broke out between terrorists and soldiers who were inside the bunkers and the command post. Two commanders, Captain Shilo Rauchberger and the platoon commander, ordered soldiers in the dining hall to defend both the front and back entry points. This critical decision prevented a massacre in the dining hall and led to a prolonged battle lasting for approximately three hours. 07:15 – Terrorists continued their intense fire, attempting to break into the dining hall by throwing grenades and starting fires. Despite the heavy assault, the soldiers, including Rauchberger, fought valiantly from inside. During the battle, an unknown number of terrorists were killed, and others were repelled. Seventeen soldiers, including both officers and enlisted personnel, were injured, but they continued to fight until they required medical attention. 07:30 – The platoon commander and another soldier stopped an infiltration attempt at the back entrance, despite being hit by a shoulder-fired missile. The platoon commander, though injured, continued to lead the defense. Simultaneously, Sergeant Amichai Rubin was seriously injured while blocking the main entrance alongside Captain Rauchberger. Rubin succumbed to his injuries three days later. Rauchberger continued fighting until his own injuries took their toll, and he was killed. Sergeant Shlomo Reshetnikov, a lone soldier who immigrated from Russia, was also killed while defending the dining hall. While the fighting unfolded in the dining hall, terrorists targeted nearby bunkers, attempting to breach the doors with shoulder missiles, explosives, and gunfire. The soldiers inside repelled the attacks, using their bodies to block the doors. 08:15 – The terrorists planted explosives on the south bunker door. Sergeant Dvir Chaim Resler was killed while holding the door, preventing the terrorists from breaching it and saving the lives of two other soldiers. The explosion damaged the locking mechanism, but the terrorists ultimately withdrew. 09:00 – A five-soldier patrol vehicle arrived and found no terrorists inside the camp. They rescued two soldiers from the north bunker and conducted a search of the facility. By evening, a special entry kit was used to open the damaged south bunker door. The force commander set up a casualty evacuation point and organized the remaining uninjured soldiers into medical and security teams. The terrorists withdrew from the camp, setting up ambushes along the access routes. 13:51 – Four urgent casualties were evacuated on stretchers. On their way to the evacuation helicopter, the force came under fire from two points. Two soldiers were injured, but the force returned fire. Two attack helicopters joined the communication network for support. The platoon commander, hearing the bursts of gunfire, instructed his team to return fire and maneuver toward the camp to flank the terrorists. The helicopters engaged the terrorists but were unaware of the platoon commander's force. 14:03 – The platoon force identified three terrorists at a range of 50-70 meters, killed them, and continued fighting. Four additional terrorists were killed by forces in APC positions. 14:15 – The attack helicopters ceased fire after identifying the platoon commander's force. 15:40 – An evacuation helicopter landed and evacuated five injured soldiers. 17:00 – The platoon commander coordinated with the former Golani Brigade commander and arranged for reconnaissance teams to protect surrounding settlements. 19:00 – Another helicopter evacuated the remaining casualties. 21:00 – Reinforcements arrived and reinforced the camp's defenses, enabling the platoon to organize for further operations. The enemy's attack, which included heavy fire and multiple infiltration points, neutralized the camp's defenses and pinned down the defending force for several hours. Despite lookout reports of infiltrations across several sectors, the defense forces inside were unable to assist the surrounding settlements in time. The camp's vulnerability was compounded by poor location, inadequate preparation, and a collapsed defense posture. Despite these challenges, the soldiers' bravery and tactical decisions significantly reduced the number of casualties. The actions of commanders, soldiers, and reinforcements, who fought even after being injured, saved many lives and prevented terrorists from entering vital areas like the dining hall and bunkers. Special recognition is due to the tactical college officer who arrived and assumed command, saving lives and ensuring the continued function of the camp's forces. The air forces also conducted life-saving evacuations under fire, demonstrating professionalism and coordination with ground forces. Ultimately, the lack of prior warning and the camp's unpreparedness contributed to its initial collapse. However, the courage of those who fought, led by the commanders, was pivotal in turning the tide of battle.
Russia Today
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
Woman busted for planning to assassinate military officer on Kiev's orders
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) has announced that it has thwarted a planned terrorist attack in Crimea, saying a woman had been recruited by Ukrainian intelligence to kill a senior Defense Ministry officer. In a statement on Monday, the agency identified the alleged culprit as a 25-year-old woman with dual Russian-Ukrainian citizenship who had been recruited by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU). Kiev later instructed her to carry out the car bombing on the eve of Victory Day in May 2025, the FSB said, without revealing any data about the target. The FSB reported that the suspect had received an explosive device from her Ukrainian handlers, which was to be used to detonate the personal vehicle of the officer. 'The SBU agents who carried out the recruitment and grooming of the terrorist have been identified,' the agency added. It said the woman was arrested, and components of a Western-made explosive device were seized. The FSB also released a short clip of a brunette with a blurred face being escorted by two law enforcement officers. The woman could now face up to life in prison. Since the start of the conflict, Ukrainian forces have repeatedly targeted Russian military officers and public figures, while also carrying out sabotage attacks that have often resulted in civilian casualties. One of the most high-profile cases involved the death of Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik, deputy chief of Russia's General Staff operations, who was killed in April by a car bomb in Moscow Region. In December, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Protection Troops, was killed in a blast outside his Moscow apartment. Authorities have said that Ukraine was responsible for both assassinations.
Khaleej Times
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
UAE condemns terrorist attack on buses in Pakistan
Authorities retrieved bullet-ridden bodies of nine passengers kidnapped by armed men in a spate of bus attacks The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack targeting buses in Balochistan, southwest of Pakistan, which resulted in a number of deaths to innocent people. Authorities retrieved from Pakistan's mountains the bullet-ridden bodies of nine passengers kidnapped by armed men in a spate of bus attacks in the troubled southwestern province of Balochistan, officials said on Friday. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability. The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan over this deplorable crime.
