Keyword "Counter terrorism" - List of latest news (858 results)

22/04 Qaumi Watan Party’s Sherpao calls for joint plan of action to eliminate terrorism

Hails restoration of Pak-Afghan trade.

21/04 One terrorist killed in Lower South Waziristan, say police

Unidentified assailants attack police team on polio duty in Kalosha area.

19/04 5 ‘terrorists’ killed in joint operation in Balochistan’s Dukki: CTD

Says they slain men were involved in attacks on coal mines, security forces and citizens.

19/04 Deputy PM Dar stresses ‘brotherly ties’ as he lands in Afghanistan for talks over security concerns

Says discussions regarding trade and economy will also be held.

19/04 PM Shehbaz assures provinces of support in terror fight

Premier calls for shunning political differences; KP govt rep agrees on need to "jointly counter terrorism and extremism".

17/04 Peace, liberty in country today result of soldiers’ sacrifices, says army chief

Gen Munir confers military honours on Pak Army soldiers, officers during ceremony at Rawalpindi GHQ.

17/04 Four terrorists killed in Dera operation

Two others injured; cop injured in clash as police team ambushed by terrorists in Lakki Marwat.

16/04 Security forces torch bunkers of terrorists in Tirah valley

Scores of local families shift to nearby localities, with majority of them opting to move to relatives' temporarily.

15/04 Iran slayings

State authorities on both sides must investigate latest attack, while Tehran should locate perpetrators and bring them to justice.

14/04 Punjab CTD says it foiled major attacks by arresting 10 terrorists of banned outfits

Spokesperson says arrested men were planning to target important buildings in Rawalpindi and other cities.

14/04 PM Shehbaz regrets persistent use of Afghan soil by terrorists

Says it's essential for both nations to “coexist peacefully and harmoniously”.

14/04 KP IGP claims progress on Bannu, Nowshera attacks

Pledges to share details with media after arrest of perpetrators.

13/04 The Guardian view on neighbourhood police: bobbies on the beat can’t do everything | Editorial

Editorial: Rises in shoplifting and other crimes require a response. But the police will have to work hard to regain public trust

13/04 UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules

Exclusive: Government is weighing up security concerns against economic benefits of closer ties with Beijing

13/04 3 terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat police operation, says KP IGP

Provincial police chief says forces engaged 20-25 terrorists in a two-hour long battle.

13/04 Pakistan stands as wall between terrorism and rest of world, interior minister tells US team

US delegation was quoted as saying there is need to highlight Pakistan's role in war against terrorism.

13/04 Funeral prayers offered for 2 cops martyred in Nowshera firing

Drug smugglers open fire on police vehicle; driver also loses life in attack.

13/04 Iranian embassy condemns ‘inhumane and cowardly’ killing of Pakistanis in its country

PM Shehbaz demands Iranian govt to immediately arrest those involved in the act and mete out exemplary punishment to them.

12/04 CTD arrests suspected militant linked with proscribed outfit in Karachi

Statement says "Zainbon Brigade member" was rounded up in a raid carried out in Soldier Bazaar area.

12/04 Terrorist attack on Shangla police checkpost thwarted

DPO says police team sent to track down assailants who escaped after attack.

12/04 Misogynistic content driving UK boys to hunt vulnerable girls on suicide forums

Exclusive: Police set up taskforce to tackle online violence as young men seek victims on eating disorder forums

11/04 Key target among two terrorists neutralised in Lower Dir: ISPR

Military's media wing says Hafeezullah was highly wanted by LEAs and govt had fixed head money of Rs10m on him.

10/04 Jirga opposes military operation in Lakki Marwat

Declares locals won’t vacate homes under any circumstances.

09/04 Hamas calls on the UK government to remove it from list of banned terrorist groups

The Palestinian Islamist organisation, which launched deadly 7 October attacks on Israel, says it is a ‘resistance movement’ and no threat to Britain

09/04 Romanian man arrested after DHL warehouse fire caused by suspected Russian device

Metropolitan police say 38-year-old held on arrival at Stansted airport in connection with 2024 Birmingham blaze and is set to appear in court in July

08/04 Minister defends Mardan action dubbed ‘drone strike’ in NA

Talal Chaudhry denounces attempts to "politicise" counter-terror operations; Dar says decision on canals delayed.

07/04 Ring leader among 9 terrorists killed in Dera Ismail Khan: ISPR

Security forces recover weapons and ammunition; conducting "sanitisation operation" in the area to eliminate any other terrorists.

06/04 8 terrorists killed as infiltration attempt on Pak-Afghan border thwarted in North Waziristan: ISPR

Military's media wing says 4 other terrorists injured.

05/04 Punjab gets another force to tackle serious crimes

Crime Control Department will register and investigate crimes provided in the Fourth Schedule.

05/04 UK police chiefs draw up plans for national counter-terrorism force

Exclusive: Changes could mark biggest overhaul of policing since the 1960s

04/04 Prince Andrew wrote birthday letters to Xi Jinping, ex-adviser told court

Released court statement says alleged Chinese spy helped draft private letters to Chinese president

03/04 Six anti-terrorism American dramas that are full of blood are still unsatisfactory after watching them

1. The production level of "Navy Seals" is very high, and it is like a combination of multiple movies, which has also reduced a lot of retelling. The battle scenes are basically all practical things and are presented from multiple perspectives. He has chivalrous and tenderness, and the overall is good. Some values ​​are really uncomfortable. After chasing for several years, I never thought that th

03/04 Two men arrested in UK on suspicion of being Hezbollah members

The investigation is largely focused on activity overseas, as well as activity within the UK. At this time, there is not believed to be any imminent threat to the public .

02/04 Stranger than fiction MI5 tales revealed in first National Archives collaboration

From Guy Burgess’s briefcase to microdots secreted in talc, an exhibition reveals remarkable items from the agency’s archives – and the extraordinary stories behind them

31/03 Army chief praises armed forces, LEAs, and KP residents for combating terrorism

Says security forces' commitment, resilience not only provide safety to homeland but also exemplify profound love for it.

31/03 Ex-GCHQ intern admits risking national security with data breach

Hasaan Arshad, 25, allegedly transferred data from a top-secret work station to his work mobile phone

30/03 Key highways in Balochistan banned for night travel

DC orders bar mostly public transport on arteries connecting Karachi, Sukkur, DI Khan, Multan to Quetta, Gwadar, and other cities.

29/03 KP govt apologises for civilian casualties in Mardan operation; probe underway

Protests erupt in Swat, demonstrators claim operation was a "drone strike" that killed nine people.

29/03 Three terrorists killed as Punjab police repel attack on DG Khan checkpoint

Police suffer no casualties during attack; Punjab IGP and interior minister commend cops for their professional response.

29/03 Balochistan violence

How long can the state allow this unending cycle of violence in Balochistan to continue?

29/03 PM Shehbaz reviews steps to build anti-terror narrative

Govt expected to soon activate already-constituted National Narrative Committee to produce plays, dramas.

28/03 Prevent chief departs after damning inquiry over Southport attack

Michael Stewart had led counter-terrorism programme since 2020, and reviews exposed its basic failures

28/03 Even opposition can be given mandate for talks to end terror: Balochistan govt

Spokesperson Shahid Rind says no other option for dialogue if a political party boycotts NSC meeting.

28/03 Pakistan-US counterterrorism dialogue to be held in June

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, US Ambassador Natalie Baker discuss bilateral relations, cooperation in terror efforts.

28/03 11 terrorists killed in security operations across KP

ISPR statement says the encounters took place on March 26 and 27.

27/03 Nazi-saluting racist jailed for posting holocaust-ridiculing content online

Counter-terror cops in the North-West of England swooped after seeing shockingly extreme right wing posts on 'free speech' social media site GAB.

26/03 Balochistan CTD police arrest four ‘facilitators’ of Jaffar Express train attack

Remains of militants killed in the attack sent to Forensic Science Agency.

26/03 KP action plan to give civilian agencies lead role in counterterrorism efforts

Envisions new recruitments, training, procurement of modern weapons; database of terrorists, facilitators to be established.

26/03 Centre ‘accepts’ Bilawal’s offer for security talks with PTI

Rana Sanaullah says govt has no objections if PPP chairman "engages in dialogue with the PTI".

25/03 Partial curfew slapped in Upper South Waziristan

Authorities cite security concerns as reason for the move.

24/03 Terrorists’ hideouts destroyed in Karak clean-up operation

Police, security forces carry out joint snap-checking in Lakki Marwat.

23/03 16 terrorists attempting to cross Pak-Afghan border killed in KP’s North Waziristan: ISPR

President, interior minister praise security forces for "bravery" in confronting terrorists.

22/03 ‘A clever agent’: notes from ‘watchers’ of spy Kim Philby made public for first time

A new exhibition at the National Archives in London will reveal the extent of MI5 operation to expose the British double agent who was also Observer reporter

22/03 Suspect arrested as terror plot foiled in AJK

SP says suspect admitted to working under network led by extremist mastermind Dr Abdul Rauf based in Afghanistan.

21/03 Met Police issues major update on Heathrow closure

Detectives said there is "currently no indication of foul play", but all lines of enquiry are being examined, it is understood.

21/03 Govt rules out fresh military offensive amid terror wave

Tallal Chaudhry says around nine attacks occur daily; over 1,000 casualties in this year alone.

20/03 Time to come out of denial

The Taliban must be reminded of their responsibility to apprehend and hold terrorists accountable.

19/03 President Zardari urges need to win ‘war against terrorism’ during Quetta visit

President promises to equip anti-terrorism forces with modern weaponry.

19/03 Top-level huddle seeks consensus to fight terrorism

Parliamentary moot calls for implementation of NAP, Azm-i-Istehkam; regrets opposition’s absence; says consultations on security matters to continue.

18/03 Six terrorists killed in KP attacks, gun battles

Militant hideouts destroyed; cop’s family members injured in Khuzdar grenade assault.

17/03 3 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s Khyber district: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition seized from slain terrorists, says military's media wing.

17/03 PTI to attend NA moot on national security amid tight security arrangements

NA spokesperson says LEAs put on alert, media won't be allowed access to parliament building, no one allowed inside without special invitation.

17/03 Attacks on police in KP’s Peshawar, Lakki Marwat foiled

Cops thwarted nearly a dozen attacks on police stations in the past few days; commander of a banned outfit was among three terrorists killed.

16/03 National security conference futile without Imran: PTI

Party accuses govt of politicising terrorism, internal security.

16/03 Two cops martyred in overnight KP attacks

TTP claims responsibility for the martyrdom of policeman in Karak; another cop martyred in Peshawar.

16/03 KP braves over half a dozen terrorist attacks

Lakki police repulse assaults, gun down militant; Bannu police fend off ambushes; several injured as police van targeted in Bajaur bazaar.

15/03 2 soldiers martyred, 9 terrorists killed in two separate KP engagements: ISPR

Military's media wing says security forces determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country.

15/03 Terrorist attacks on 4 police stations in Lakki Marwat, Bannu repelled

No casualties reported in these attacks, another at a Bannu checkpost; 2 cops injured in Lakki Marwat roadside blast yesterday.

15/03 Terror suspect held, another injured on Lahore’s Barki Road

They were planning a suicide attack.

14/03 A spy ring – and a love triangle – podcast

Dan Sabbagh reports on three Bulgarian nationals found guilty of spying for Russia in a string of plots around Europe

13/03 10 terrorists killed as security forces thwart attack on checkpost in KP’s Jandola: ISPR

Interior minister pays tribute to security personnel for foiling attack.

13/03 Pakistan’s security situation is off the tracks. Can the authorities reclaim control?

Security analysts warn rising threats from Islamist extremists and separatist insurgents present a complex security challenge that cannot be addressed through military action alone.

13/03 Decision not to classify Southport killer as a terrorist was right, says UK watchdog

Review concluded extending definition to cover extreme violence by ‘loners’ such as Axel Rudakubana is unhelpful

12/03 Apple to appeal against UK government data demand at secret high court hearing

Guardian understands tech company’s appeal against Home Office request for encrypted data is to be heard by tribunal on Friday

11/03 US funding cuts may affect Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. Here’s how

Nigeria needs to take full responsibility for its own security governance and counter-terrorism campaign without waiting for foreign handouts.

11/03 Pakistan to take ‘all necessary measures’ against terrorist outfits based in Afghanistan: Akram

Tells UNSC that despite presence of 20 terrorist outfits in Afghanistan, Kabul "failed" to address the regional threat.

11/03 Banning groups

The state’s approach of banning groups, and then letting them operate with new monikers, must be revisited.

10/03 A new peace accord

There must be greater focus by the state and others on cultivating peace among citizens.

10/03 Political blame game erupts over ‘concocted’ caravan terrorism plot

A war of words has erupted over Peter Dutton’s condemnation of the Albanese Government over the Dural caravan bomb plot that he described as “potentially the biggest terrorist attack in our country’s history” after police revealed it was a “fabricated plot” by gangland criminals.

10/03 Unnecessary use of loudspeakers banned in Rawalpindi mosques

Police official says ban to curb extremism and terrorism as part of National Action Plan.

09/03 Security of Swabi seminaries, mosques enhanced

DSP visits various madressahs, holds discussions with caretakers and clerics.

08/03 3 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s Tank district: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition seized from dead terrorists, says military's media wing.

08/03 MI5 officers lamented lack of guidance in child terrorism cases, emails reveal

Officer investigating Rhianan Rudd, 16, who killed herself, tells inquest of rise in vulnerable teens with far-right views and no national strategy

07/03 Officially applied for the withdrawal of Hungarian EUFOR forces from Bosnia

After the Hungarian government openly supports Milorad Dodik's Serbian leader, which causes public and political crisis, Bosnia and Herzegovina is no longer trusted in the impartial action of Hungarian soldiers.

06/03 Army chief vows to bring planners, facilitators of Bannu Cantt attack to justice soon

Says culprits will be brought to justice "wherever they may be"; KP health minister assures compensation package for victims.

06/03 4 terrorists arrested near Pak-Afghan border in Balochistan: state media

Radio Pakistan reports one of the arrested militants admitted they entered from Afghanistan.

05/03 All 16 terrorists killed as security forces respond to Bannu Cantt attack: ISPR

ISPR says 5 soldiers martyred during intense fire exchange; 13 civilians killed, 32 injured as mosque, building suffer "severe destruction".

05/03 Trump hails Pakistan’s help in arresting IS terrorist behind 2021 Kabul airport bombing

PM Shehbaz says IS-KP commander Sharifullah arrested from Pak-Afghan border region, pledges to "partner closely with US".

05/03 Capital administration razes parts of Lal Masjid seminary

In reaction to police deployment, Maulana Abdul Aziz brandished a submachine gun at the police on Saturday morning.

01/03 KP CTD files terrorism case, offers reward for info on Nowshera seminary suicide bomber

FIR filed by injured son of slain JUI-S chief Maulana Hamidul Haq Haqqani, whose funeral was held at same seminary today.

01/03 Extreme online violence may be linked to rise of ‘0 to 100’ killers, experts say

Criminal justice specialists call for new approach to identify emerging type of murderer with no prior convictions

28/02 Six terrorists killed during security operation in KP’s North Waziristan: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition seized from the dead terrorists; PM, President and interior ministry commend security forces.

27/02 UK teenager who killed herself after terror charges ‘was groomed by neo-Nazi’

Rhianan Rudd, 16, was referred to Prevent by her mother after becoming ‘fixated on Hitler’, inquest told

25/02 Naqvi, Moscow envoy agree to activate Pak-Russia antiterrorism dialogue

Khorev invites Pakistani officers to attend anti-narcotics training programmes in Moscow and Siberia, interior ministry says.

25/02 Four security men martyred in North Waziristan post attack

Two security personnel injured; 10 terrorists killed in Khyber encounter.

24/02 Taliban divisions

The only workable solution lies in Mullah Akhundzada loosening his iron grip on the country.

24/02 10 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s Khyber district: ISPR

“Security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country,” military's media wing says.

24/02 Scary Afghanistan

An increasing number of Taliban members believe their leader is exceeding his authority.

23/02 7 terrorists killed in separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s DI Khan: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition seized from the slain terrorists.

21/02 48 ‘miscreants’ arrested so far for involvement in recent Kurram instability: official

KP chief secretary vows to ensure law and order, says decision taken to intensify operations against terrorist elements involved in recent incidents.

20/02 Coroner to refer findings on 1992 shooting of four IRA members to DPP

Justice Michael Humphreys says he is obliged to send report of Northern Ireland SAS ambush

19/02 Top spy boss warns of ‘degraded’ security

Australia’s top spy boss has issued a stark warning that Australia’s security environment will become “more dynamic, more diverse and more degraded” over the next five years.

19/02 Military deals major blow to terrorists in South Waziristan

ISPR says 30 attackers killed in Sararogha; Kohat police kill four suspects in shootout.

18/02 30 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s South Waziristan: ISPR

Military's media wing says sanitisation operations being conducted to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area.

16/02 ‘Devastated’: Moment mum discovered her teenage son was a neo-Nazi

A Victorian mum has revealed the ‘devastating’ moment she discovered her teenage son had joined a prominent neo-Nazi group while watching TV on Australia Day.

16/02 ‘You don’t see the trauma until suddenly you do’: Lockerbie bombing’s lasting impact on a ‘normal little town’

Ongoing trials, documentaries and dramatisations mean the Scottish town remains in the spotlight, willingly or not

15/02 Four army personnel martyred, 15 terrorists killed in KP operations: ISPR

Says sanitisation operations are being conducted to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area.

13/02 Worst part of sickening nurse video

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12/02 MI5 gave courts false evidence about ‘abusive’ neo-Nazi agent, judge rules

Informant on far right was alleged to have attacked his partner but claimed his status made him above the law

12/02 Programme that missed Southport killer closed case on MP's killer 'too quickly'

A review has found a case opened around Sir David Amess's killer was closed 'too quickly'.

12/02 US, Pakistan highlight global threat from Afghanistan-based terrorists

Islamabad seeks international support in countering cross-border attacks.

11/02 Commanders hit a man who had been beheading a little boy for 30 years and now raped girls

The man forced the children to sex and showed them videos, which severely threatened their moral and spiritual development.

11/02 9 terrorists killed in Karak, North Waziristan

Three Afghans among four killed in North Waziristan; police say 5 TTP militants killed in Karak encounter.

10/02 Seven terrorists killed in D.I. Khan, North Waziristan operations: ISPR

Soldier martyred near Peshawar; two killed in Bannu by armed men.

09/02 Between China and the US

Pakistan is struggling to balance its relationships with both China and the West.

08/02 KP police have lowest pay, welfare package despite sacrifices: IGP

Says summaries sent to CM to bring his force on par with the police of other provinces.

08/02 Afghan national among 3 terrorists killed in North Waziristan operation: ISPR

Kabul authorities contacted for taking body of terrorist killed in February 6 IBO, military's media wing says.

08/02 3 terrorists killed; FC soldier injured in KP

Bannu police repel attack; FC soldier injured in targeted assault in Lakki Marwat.

07/02 Three burqa-clad terrorists killed in North Waziristan operation: ISPR

Military's media wing says a sanitisation operation being conducted to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area.

06/02 Home Office commission paid ‘incels’ to take part in study

Exclusive: Hundreds of men given £20 or $20 for completing Commission for Countering Extremism survey

06/02 3 cops martyred, 6 injured in Karak checkpost attack

Funeral prayers offered at Karak Police Line; Interior minister condemns attack.

06/02 ‘Inconceivable’: Call for probe into why PM left in dark

Liberal leader Peter Dutton has written to the Prime Minister to call for an independent inquiry into why Anthony Albanese was not briefed by the AFP or ASIO on a caravan packed with explosives and anti-Semitic material discovered in Dural, NSW.

05/02 Balochistan turmoil

The govt's most potent counterterrorism weapon can be ensuring Balochistan’s full constitutional rights.

05/02 Prevent programme closed Southport killer’s case too soon, minister tells MPs

Rapid review finds Axel Rudakubana should have been managed through scheme to spot potential terrorists

05/02 Probe finds Southport killer should have been treated as a terror threat

A probe found enough evidence for Prevent officers to refer Rudakubana to the next stage of the scheme, Channel, which aims to divert individuals from radicalisation.

05/02 American-Made Football Drone Could Become Battlefield Game Changer

XDOWN's lightweight PSK drone resembles a football and can be hand-launched.

04/02 Five security men hurt, four militants killed in KP ops

Terrorist commander "who killed army cadet" gunned down in Lakki.

03/02 Keir Starmer says he wants ‘ambitious security partnership’ with EU

PM says UK does not have to choose between Europe and US, before meeting EU leaders in Brussels

03/02 TEK caught a 15 -year -old boy from Győr who wrote about public execution on his community side

The FBI noticed the boy.

03/02 Terror attacks, security operations surged in January

PICSS report says KP remained worst-affected province, followed by Balochistan.

02/02 ‘Wrong hands’: New details about suspected Dural ‘terror’ caravan

The businessman who alerted police to a suspected caravan terror plot has insisted he’s not a “national hero”, as investigations continue into the mastermind behind the threat.

02/02 Counterterrorism ops

It must also maintain diplomatic pressure on the Afghan Taliban to ensure their soil is not used by anti-Pakistan actors.

02/02 Abducted FC officials recovered in Tank

The personnel went sightseeing in the Pink Mountain foothills when unidentified individuals kidnapped them, prompting an operation to recover them.

01/02 Army chief vows to ‘hunt down frenemies’ in nation’s midst during Balochistan visit

Gen Munir offers funeral prayers for those martyred in counterterrorism operations in Balochistan over past 24 hours.

01/02 Funeral prayers held for policeman slain in fresh Upper Kurram firing

Syed Ashiq Hussain embraced martyrdom after being shot at by a sniper while posted on security duty on Friday evening.

31/01 10 terrorists eliminated in KP operations: ISPR

Operations carried out in Dera Ismail Khan district’s Khulachi and North Waziristan district’s Datta Khel, Hassan Khel, Ghulam Khan, Mir Ali.

31/01 Major among four personnel martyred in North Waziristan

Over dozen terrorists killed; president, PM express grief over loss of soldiers' lives.

30/01 2 soldiers martyred, 6 terrorists killed in KP operation: ISPR

Says sanitisation operations being conducted in Mir Ali, North Waziristan district to eliminate any other terrorists.

30/01 Anti-Semitic attack near primary school

A home near a Jewish primary school is among the latest targets in a spate of anti-Semitic attacks sweeping Sydney.

29/01 Alleged caravan terror plot targets revealed

The alleged targets of a suspected anti-Semitic terror plot have been revealed after a caravan was found with explosives in Sydney’s northwest.

29/01 Family pays tribute to women of three generations killed in Omagh bombing

Mary Grimes, Avril Monaghan, Maura Monaghan and Avril’s unborn twins died in 1998 attack, inquiry hears

29/01 Three terrorists killed in Bannu operation, says ISPR

Two soldiers martyred, five attackers neutralised in Qila Abdullah; Levies official gunned down in Turbat.

28/01 IS fighters in Syria could break free amid Trump aid cut, terrorism expert warns

Prediction by ex M16 counter-terror director comes as security paused around two main detention facilities

28/01 Southport attack: families not told for six months about killer’s Prevent referrals

Police knew Axel Rudakubana had been referred three times after his arrest last July

28/01 Yvette Cooper to reject call to broaden extremism definition

Home Office to continue to focus on Islamist and far-right threats despite report’s call to adopt behaviour-based approach

27/01 Misogyny identified as breeding ground for extremism in UK, says leaked report

The ‘manosphere’ and Hindu nationalism were also identified by report commissioned after last summer’s riots

27/01 Keir Starmer's 'thought police to stop anyone telling uncomfortable truths'

Critics warn counter-terrorism police and MI5 will be swamped with thousands more cases involving people not considered to be a national security threat

26/01 Review to criticise Prevent over Axel Rudakubana and his interest in violence

Counter-terrorism scheme should have accepted more help to deal with the Southport killer despite following policy

26/01 Police didn't think Southport monster Rudakubana would be radicalised - report

The 18-year-old will rot in prison for at least the next 52 years after murdering three school girls at a Taylor Swift dance class.

26/01 Until we tackle the nihilistic rage behind terrorism, it will stay the menace of our age | Kenan Malik

We need to rethink our understanding of violent attacks such as in Southport, in order to confront the deeper reasons why furious young men kill

26/01 30 terrorists killed, 8 hurt in KP operations: ISPR

Two ringleaders among dead; four abducted policemen recovered in South Waziristan Upper.

25/01 Chinese nationals move SHC against Sindh police harassment

Court issues notices to Mofa, others on plea filed by 6 foreigners; foreign investors say "disturbing incidents" compelling them to leave country.

25/01 Axel Rudakubana: from ‘unassuming’ schoolboy to Southport killer

How a chain of events apparently beginning at school five years ago led to the murder of three girls in horrific atrocity

24/01 Kemi Badenoch co-wrote report saying Prevent scheme could ‘alienate communities’

Tory leader backed 2015 inquiry but has now criticised Labour for having same concerns about counter-terror strategy

23/01 Declaring Southport attack as terrorism would have helped, detective says

DCI Jason Pye says it would have given officers more time to investigate Axel Rudakubana killings

23/01 Security forces neutralise 6 terrorists in Balochistan’s Zhob district: ISPR

Says interim Afghan govt expected to fulfil its obligations, deny use of Afghan soil to terrorists carrying out attacks in Pakistan.

23/01 It’s easy to label violence like the Southport attack as terrorism. I’m afraid the truth is more complex | Samira Shackle

Axel Rudakubana’s case isn’t just about how his crime is defined – but the failures of a hollowed-out social care and justice system, says author Samira Shackle

23/01 Maintaining law and order in Balochistan top priority: IG

IG Jah Ansari underscores importance of utilising modern technology to combat terrorism.

22/01 Revised terror laws will not include disruptive protest, says No 10

Keir Starmer says rise in prevalence of solitary attackers after Southport murders should be taken into account

22/01 The change in the air

The significance of the Peshawar meeting should not be lost among other national headlines.

22/01 ‘Paid actors’ appear to be behind some antisemitic attacks, Albanese says

Prime minister says recent incidents don’t appear to be motivated by ideology as Coalition demands more information

21/01 UK experts warn of dangers of violent content being readily available online

Ofcom figures show number of people seeing material depicting or encouraging violence or injury has risen

21/01 UK ministers pledge to overhaul terror laws amid Southport murders outcry

Keir Starmer says social media platforms must also act to remove extreme content that is inspiring violence

21/01 Southport attack: why is so much information being published only now?

UK’s strict contempt laws restricted what could be reported about Axel Rudakubana – leading to claims of a cover-up

21/01 Netanyahu announced the start of an operation in the West Bank

The Israeli military and security forces have launched the counter-terrorism operation Iron Shield in the West Bank, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on his X page. This is another step towards...

21/01 Security forces neutralise Afghan national involved in terrorism during Zhob operation: ISPR

"Such incidents are irrefutable evidence of the involvement of Afghan nationals in terrorist activities in Pakistan," says ISPR.

21/01 Keir Starmer vows to change terror laws to deal with lone killers

PM defends decision not to disclose Southport killer’s violent history and promises to tackle ‘new threat’ in UK

21/01 Southport murderer bought weapons and ricin-making equipment two years before attack

Axel Rudakubana bought items on Amazon to make lethal poison three years after he came to attention of authorities

21/01 OGDCL man killed, other hurt in Qila Saifullah blast

Police say IED planted on road detonated as gas company's vehicle was passing by.

21/01 Miscreants’ hideouts targeted in Kurram operation

Curfew continues in Bagan, surrounding regions forcing several families to move to Thall.

20/01 Southport killer’s father stopped him taking taxi to ex-school before attack

Axel Rudakubana also threatened to attack teachers and pupils with a hockey stick after being excluded

20/01 Southport killer Axel Rudakubana 'referred to counter-terrorism police 3 times'

Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murder of three schoolgirls and the attempted murder of eight other people on the first day of his trial.

20/01 Axel Rudakubana was referred to counter-extremism scheme three times

Exclusive: Teenager who has admitted murdering three young girls in Southport was first referred to Prevent in 2019

20/01 Axel Rudakubana: a ‘ticking timebomb’ who murdered three girls in Southport

Rudakubana, an isolated teenager obsessed with genocide, carried out the worst attack on children in Britain since Dunblane

19/01 Five terrorists killed while attempting to infiltrate Balochistan’s Zhob: ISPR

“[The] interim Afghan Government is expected to fulfil its obligations and deny the use of Afghan soil ... for perpetuating acts of terrorism,” says the ISPR.

19/01 KP govt moot on Kurram says action against ‘miscreants’ unavoidable

Jirga members from Upper Kurram call for action against militants in letter to political leadership, army chief; PDMA says 22-truck aid convoy set to reach Hangu.

19/01 Negotiating with terrorists

There is a lack of international or broader regional support for resolving terrorism-related issues.

17/01 Nazi-obsessed terrorist given life sentence for Worcestershire attack on asylum seeker

Callum Parslow said he was ‘angry and frustrated’ about Channel crossings when he stabbed young man at a hotel

17/01 TASS reported the destruction of a special forces group of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the border

Several assault groups that were part of the 225th separate battalion of the Ukrainian Armed Forces were destroyed on January 14 near the border of the Kursk region

17/01 49-second clip destroys major Harry claim

Time was, if you wanted to have a right old natter with a member of the British royal family beyond a perfunctory “and did you come far?” (the late Queen’s go-to line) you had to a) have a ducal title or above, b) own race horses, or c) be a duke who owns racehorses.

16/01 Peshawar meeting

Dealing with Afghan Taliban is necessary not just for internal stability, but to ensure that Afghanistan not isolated regionally.

16/01 22 terrorists killed, 18 injured in Khyber district’s Tirah valley since Dec 14: ISPR

Military's media wing says extensive intelligence-based operations are being conducted in the are against terrorists.

16/01 Fazl bemoans ‘loss of govt writ’ in KP, Balochistan

On Pak-Afghan ties, advises govt to "take stock of things in a calm and cool manner".

15/01 Pakistan not formal ally, but strong partner: White House official Kirby

Reaffirms US "will remain committed to working with Pakistan to address common threats".

14/01 PM’s plan to confront anti-Semitic attacks

Anthony Albanese has revealed how he plans to tackle a rise in alleged anti-Semitic incidents across Australia after a synagogue was plastered with swastikas and a shopfront graffitied in NSW over recent weeks.

14/01 Dealing with the Taliban

Neither side wants a breakdown in relations, so diplomatic re-engagement is a compulsion.

14/01 Ministers consider ban on all UK public bodies making ransomware payments

Prohibition would bring the NHS, schools and local councils into line with government departments

14/01 Politicos stress need for security talks with Kabul

COAS meets party leaders, representatives in Peshawar; no major operation in KP but IBOs will continue, military tells political leadership.

14/01 Philby had to choose ‘between suicide and prosecution’ before 1963 defection

Files released by National Archives reveal moment double agent was confronted by MI6 officer Nicholas Elliot

13/01 ‘Terror has no place in our land’: COAS praises dismantling of terrorist networks

"This war is ongoing and we would take it to its logical conclusion,” army chief vows; makes it clear that any attempt to disturb the peace will be met with "decisive and overwhelming force".

13/01 27 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Kacchi district: ISPR

Military's media wing says the slain terrorists were “involved in numerous terrorist activities" against security forces and civilians.

11/01 ‘Massive escalation’: Fresh crime warning

Premier Chris Minns has issued a stern warning after an escalation in anti-Semitic crime in the New South Wales.

11/01 Afghan outreach

Islamabad should stress stronger counterterrorism measures, yet also engage the Taliban high command in Kandahar as well as politicians in Kabul.

10/01 5 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s DI Khan: ISPR

Military's media wing says sanitisation operation being carried out to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area.

07/01 3 soldiers martyred, 19 terrorists killed in KP operations: ISPR

Operations took place in Peshawar, Karak and Mohmand districts.

05/01 Curb extremism now or face new terrorist threats, Labour warned

Experts say measures announced so far are not enough to turn the tide

04/01 The Observer view on the New Orleans attack: lone terrorist threat calls for wisdom, not divisive rhetoric | Observer editorial

Donald Trump blaming immigration will do nothing to counter the pernicious and lethal online influence posed by IS

03/01 Govt committed to eliminating TTP to ensure socio-economic development: PM Shehbaz

"The time has come to completely wipe out the TTP," PM Shehbaz declares.

03/01 Fears over New Orleans copycat attack in UK with British police on high alert

The UK's terrorist threat level is currently classified as "substantial," meaning an attack is considered likely.

01/01 CM Bugti urges national unity to combat terrorism

Says govt will cover educational expenses for children of martyrs.

01/01 Pakistan enters UN Security Council at key juncture in global politics

Country will preside over UNSC in July, also secures seat on IS, Al Qaeda sanctions committee.

31/12 Dir police officials demand allowance for polio duty

A total of 2,300 policemen and 230 Dir Levies officials complain they haven't been paid the duty allowance for three drives.

30/12 Stocktaking

All institutions must speak in unison against illegal activities in the country.

30/12 Labour MP touts counter-terrorism powers to tackle migrant smuggling gangs

Dover MP Mike Tapp admitted the crisis won't be "fixed overnight" as criminal gangs exploit calm conditions.

29/12 Soldier martyred in wanton firing by Afghan forces

Officials say heavy losses inflicted in retaliatory fire; militants’ attempt to infiltrate using ‘Afghan Taliban-controlled posts’ repelled.

29/12 Teen’s notes reveal alleged terror plots, court told

A Melbourne teenager allegedly left a series of handwritten notes outlining plans to conduct a school shooting, bomb a university and poison the city’s water supply.

28/12 Talks cannot go hand in hand with backing for terrorists, PM Shehbaz tells Kabul

Remembers Benazir Bhutto as "a courageous woman"; says 1,000kg of medicines sent to Parachinar.

28/12 Nine terrorists killed in North Waziristan

Two "commanders" among those neutralised; "TTP hub" targeted in South Waziristan strikes.

27/12 Afghan strikes

The military option has been employed by the govt apparently to signal its unhappiness over the state of affairs with Afghanistan.

27/12 PM Shehbaz calls for improved relations with Afghanistan but urges Kabul to take action against TTP

Says it was Pakistan’s "heartfelt wish" that relations between the two countries improve; reiterates Pakistan's willingness for dialogue.

27/12 Human trafficking trend that’s alarming authorities

The Australian Federal Police has revealed there was a sharp rise in alleged human slavery and trafficking offences this year.

26/12 Kabul protests air strike against ‘terror camps’ in Paktika

Pakistani diplomat handed strong protest note; special envoy continues meetings with top Afghan Taliban officials.

26/12 13 terrorists killed in South Waziristan operation

Officials say 50 families moved to safety during clearance operation in Makin; 2 FC men martyred in IED attack ahead of Qatari royals’ visit.

25/12 High troop losses

Continuing terror attacks show that our counterterrorism measures need a revamp. Localised IBOs appear to be a sound and available option.

25/12 Pakistani envoy summoned over strikes in Pak­tika province, says Afghan foreign ministry

Pakistan's security officials say fighter jets bombed 4 locations, said to be camps of outlawed TTP.

25/12 13 terrorists killed in South Waziristan intelligence-based operation: ISPR

Military says eliminated terrorists "remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities" against forces, civilians.

25/12 Balochistan MPAs miffed at prolonged security stops

CM Bugti assures house of taking up matter with Frontier Corps officials, other relevant authorities.

25/12 Pakistan strikes TTP camps in Afghanistan

Security officials say several suspec­ted terrorists killed, wounded.

23/12 Journalists who were unlawfully spied on have ‘no doubt’ UK reporters are still targeted

Belfast-based Trevor Birney and Barry McCaffrey won landmark victory that PSNI’s surveillance was unlawful

23/12 A national compact for 2025

Political leaders should rise above their narrow interests to evolve a consensus on core issues.

22/12 Four terrorists killed in Khyber infiltration attempt: ISPR

Elders oppose Tirah evacuation; panic grips Zakhakhel as families flee amid military build-up.

21/12 They are increasing the police presence at the domestic Christmas markets after the rampage in Magdeburg

The Counter-Terrorism Center also monitors and analyzes risk factors.

21/12 Forces ‘thwart’ terror attack in Kharan

Recover huge quantity of weapons, an explosive-laden vehicle, motorcycle.

21/12 Parts of Khyber, Bannu to be evacuated for action against ‘miscreants’

KP Apex Committee announces plan to disarm warring sides, dismantle bunkers in Kurram.

19/12 Struggling against terrorism

It is a nightmare situation for the country in the face of growing political instability.

19/12 11 terrorists killed in KP operations, military says

Weapons, ammunition were also seized from slain terrorists possession, says ISPR.

18/12 ‘Pick and mix of horror’ online pushes young people to violence, UK police chief says

Counter-terrorism leader says there is often no ideology behind ‘grotesque fascinations’ with extreme content

18/12 11 terrorists killed in separate operations in KP: ISPR

Military's media wing says 7 terrorists killed in Tank district, 2 each in North Waziristan and Mohmand districts.

17/12 Young terrorism suspects could avoid prosecution in plan for diversion scheme

Minister hope plan will deter young people from extremism amid rise in arrests of under-18s for offences

17/12 Remembering APS

Ten years later, the state must fully commit itself to implementing NAP if Pakistan is to be rid of terrorism and fanaticism.

17/12 3 TTP terrorists arrested in Karachi over planned attacks on security forces

Punjab police say 2 terrorists killed in Dera Ghazi Khan joint operation.

17/12 Young people radicalised online could face internet restrictions

The Home Office on Tuesday confirmed the proposed measures could allow courts to impose restrictions on youngsters to prevent them being swept up into terrorism.

16/12 Bombshell photo rocks Buckingham Palace

The photo shows two middle-aged men politely smiling for the camera at a business event.

15/12 MPs fear government too trusting of China in wake of alleged spy scandal

Alleged spy reportedly used relationship with Prince Andrew to get to the heart of Britain’s establishment

15/12 Who is H6, the Chinese businessman with links to Prince Andrew?

What do we know about former civil servant who some claim is regarded as a close confidante of the Duke of York?

13/12 Prince Andrew says he ‘ceased all contact’ with alleged Chinese spy after government advice

Statement from the Duke of York says he met the businessman through ‘official channels’ and ‘nothing of a sensitive nature ever discussed’

13/12 ‘Desperate’ Andrew’s Chinese spy scandal

COMMENT

13/12 341 terrorists killed in 2,801 intelligence operations over 10 months, interior ministry tells NA

Says 1,566 attacks occurred from January to October with 924 martyred, 2,121 injured; army says 43 terrorists killed since Dec 9 in KP, Balochistan.

12/12 Seven terrorists killed in North Waziristan: ISPR

Three security officials martyred in Spinwam, Gwadar and Khuzdar.

10/12 Photos of Birmingham DHL fire suggest device could have downed plane

Minworth depot images show strength of incendiary devices thought to be part of Russian sabotage plot

10/12 Strict security being provided to Balochistan projects, Unicef assured

IG Ansari discusses polio campaigns in meeting with Unicef principal security coordinator Paul Farrell.

10/12 Security forces kill 6 terrorists in KP, Balochistan

Two militants killed, cop martyred in Bannu; another two dead as attack on Levies foiled in Qila Abdullah.

09/12 Will emergence of HTS in Syria raise level of global terrorism threats?

Intelligence chiefs have to decisively analyse the risk posed by group once affiliated to islamists al-Qaida

09/12 13 terrorists killed in North Waziristan operation

Key TTP commander killed, two others injured as militants hideouts near Afghan border targeted.

09/12 Politicians’ ‘inflammatory language’ part of failure to tackle extremism, report finds

Report calls for ‘radical rethink’ of how ministers approach extremism, amid risk of declining trust in democracy and institutions

07/12 6 soldiers martyred, 22 terrorists eliminated in KP operations: ISPR

Military's media wing says three separate engagements in Tank, Thall and North Waziristan districts.

07/12 MI5 forced to ‘pare back’ counter-terrorism work due to rogue states, says chief

Ken McCallum says service must make ‘uncomfortable choices’ as it faces more aggression from Russia, China and Iran

06/12 Multi-party moot seeks measures to tackle KP’s crises

Political and technical committee to be formed to safeguard province's interests; ruling PTI skips moot.

06/12 Nazi threat sparks call for hate database

A Senate inquiry into right wing extremism has called for a new national hate crimes database as part of a sweep of recommendations to check the rising swell of anti-democratic sentiment coursing through Australia.

06/12 Spy alliance’s dire warning on Aussie kids

The world’s most powerful security alliance has issued a rare warning, amid concerns young Australians and minors are being radicalised online at an alarming rate.