Terrorism Evolves in West Africa and the Sahel, Expanding Toward the Gulf of Guinea
Jihadist groups are increasingly controlling territories and exploiting new technologies, while regional governments struggle to respond effectively.
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Jihadist groups are increasingly controlling territories and exploiting new technologies, while regional governments struggle to respond effectively.
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The United Nations highlights the growing security challenges posed by terrorist groups in West Africa and the Sahel, urging sustained international support and regional cooperation.
Africanews | Jul 15, 2026, 7:17 AM
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As the United States continues airstrikes targeting Iran, Tehran warns of escalating attacks across the Gulf region, emphasizing that no infrastructure will remain safe without guaranteed Iranian security.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 12:59 AM
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US President Donald Trump warned of targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure in response to attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional hostilities with no diplomatic resolution in sight.
France 24 English | Jul 22, 2026, 11:21 PM
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US President Donald Trump warns of targeted strikes on Iranian bridges or power plants for any attacks on shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 7:36 PM
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Amid escalating tensions, former US President Donald Trump vows retaliatory strikes on Iranian infrastructure following attacks on ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
ABC Australia News | Jul 22, 2026, 5:46 PM
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Months into the US-led conflict with Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeks additional funding as munitions stockpiles dwindle and economic costs rise.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 1:21 PM
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The closure of the Bab al-Mandeb strait and ongoing US attacks on Iran intensify tensions, with significant military and economic impacts reported.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 10:05 AM
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President Donald Trump declares US is "not finished" with attacks on Iran as military actions continue and diplomatic efforts falter.
France 24 English | Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 AM
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President Donald Trump warns Iran will take decades to recover as Tehran expands strikes on Gulf states and its Houthi allies threaten Saudi port blockades.
France 24 English | Jul 22, 2026, 3:10 AM
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The West African bloc urges Guinea-Bissau's military government to free detained politicians to strengthen the country's transitional process.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 6:07 PM
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The United States continued attacks on Iran for a tenth consecutive night, while Iran retaliated with strikes on US military assets and reported fires on tankers in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 10:28 AM
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Under a framework agreement signed in Washington, Israel will withdraw from select areas in southern Lebanon, allowing displaced residents to return amid ongoing conflict.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 6:40 AM
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Iran targeted US military installations in the Gulf, warning of intensified attacks as the conflict escalates with Houthi rebels threatening a blockade of Saudi ports.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 5:19 AM
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On July 21, 2026, multiple explosions were reported in key Iranian locations as the US launched a new wave of attacks, while Tehran accused Gulf states of being targeted and reported two tankers on fire in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 3:29 AM
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Following the deaths of 10 Indian sailors in attacks on commercial vessels amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, the Indian government has lodged a strong protest with Iran and announced new protective measures.
ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 2:35 AM
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Renewed hostilities with US airstrikes and Iranian retaliation threaten to collapse the ceasefire agreed in the recent US-Iran MoU.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 10:56 PM
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The embargo is a response to a longstanding Saudi blockade on Yemeni ports and airports amid escalating conflict.
BBC World | Jul 20, 2026, 9:30 PMworld
The United States and Iran continue a cycle of attacks targeting each other’s strategic and civilian sites, raising international legal and humanitarian concerns.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 4:31 PMpolitics
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attributes the explosions to unsafe navigation and U.S. interference amid escalating regional tensions.
The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 2:43 PMworld
The unraveling of the June 17 Islamabad memorandum of understanding has led to intensified hostilities between the US and Iran, closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and regional economic and political repercussions.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 2:31 PMworld
The latest wave of violence follows the US announcement of three new American military fatalities, with Gulf nations responding to drone attacks and air raid alerts.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 4:32 AMworld
The United States has launched airstrikes on multiple Iranian cities for the ninth consecutive night as a ceasefire unravels and military casualties rise.
Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 2:10 AMworld
The US targets Iran’s Revolutionary Guard following missile attacks in Jordan, while Iran retaliates with drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait amid escalating regional tensions.
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