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IS Claims Responsibility for Damascus Church Attack

The perpetrators behind the terrorist attack on a church in Syria's capital Damascus on Sunday belonged to the terrorist group IS, according to Syria's Ministry of the Interior. At least 25 people were killed and dozens injured in the attack, which was the first of its kind in several years.
IS Claims Responsibility for Damascus Church Attack

Death Toll Rises in Damascus Church Terrorist Attack

At least 22 people have been killed in the terrorist attack on a church in Syria's capital Damascus on Sunday, according to AFP, citing the country's health department. 63 people have been injured.
Death Toll Rises in Damascus Church Terrorist Attack

Suicide Attack on Damascus Church Leaves at Least 20 Dead

A terrorist attack on a church in Syria's capital Damascus has claimed at least 20 fatalities. According to Syrian media, a suicide bomber detonated an explosive belt inside St.
Suicide Attack on Damascus Church Leaves at Least 20 Dead

Swedish IS Terrorist Osama Krayem Silent in Trial for Pilot's Execution

The Swedish IS-terrorist Osama Krayem is facing trial for the brutal execution of a Jordanian fighter pilot in Syria. But in the trial, he says nothing.
Swedish IS Terrorist Osama Krayem Silent in Trial for Pilot's Execution

Nine Men Executed in Iran for IS-Linked Attack Plans

Nine men have been executed in Iran for planning attacks in the country. The attacks were, according to the country's judiciary, intended to be carried out on behalf of the Islamist terrorist group IS.
Nine Men Executed in Iran for IS-Linked Attack Plans

Israel Arms Gaza Militia to Counter Hamas, Reports Israeli Media

Israel has armed a militia group in Gaza, with the purpose of strengthening the resistance against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, according to Israeli media. .
Israel Arms Gaza Militia to Counter Hamas, Reports Israeli Media

Three Terror Convicts Acquitted by Swedish Court of Appeal

Three men who were convicted by Nacka District Court for participating in IS activities in Somalia are acquitted by Svea Court of Appeal. A fourth person, who has sworn allegiance to the terrorist group, is sentenced.
Three Terror Convicts Acquitted by Swedish Court of Appeal

Family of Terror Victim Expresses Gratitude to Sweden

The convicted IS-terrorist Osama Krayem was present, but he did not participate in the execution, he claims through his defender. At the same time, the murdered Jordanian pilot's family is closely following the trial.
Family of Terror Victim Expresses Gratitude to Sweden

UK Prison Officers Attacked by Manchester Arena Convict Hashem Abedi

Three prison officers in the United Kingdom have been attacked by Hashem Abedi, convicted of the terrorist attack on Manchester Arena in 2017, reports BBC. .
UK Prison Officers Attacked by Manchester Arena Convict Hashem Abedi

Two Arrested in France Over Alleged Terror Plot with Explosive Vest

Two young men are being held for advanced terror plans in northern France, announces the national prosecutor's anti-terrorism unit. .
Two Arrested in France Over Alleged Terror Plot with Explosive Vest

Islamic Extremists Suspected in Deadly Attack on Burkina Faso Soldiers

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Islamic Extremists Suspected in Deadly Attack on Burkina Faso Soldiers

Swedish IS Terrorist Osama Krayem Detained for Serious War Crimes

The Swedish IS terrorist Osama Krayem is detained, suspected of, among other things, serious war crimes and terrorist offenses in Syria. .
Swedish IS Terrorist Osama Krayem Detained for Serious War Crimes

Niger Declares National Mourning After Deadly Mosque Attack

Niger's government has declared three days of national mourning after 44 civilians were killed in an Islamist attack on Friday, local time. The victims were killed in an attack on a mosque in the town of Kokorou in southwestern Niger, according to a statement from the ruling military junta's interior department, broadcast on state TV.
Niger Declares National Mourning After Deadly Mosque Attack

Iraq: High-ranking IS leader killed

The leader of the terrorist sect IS in Iraq and Syria has been killed, according to Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. The terrorist leader is said to have been responsible for "operations abroad".
Iraq: High-ranking IS leader killed

Uncertainty despite new constitution in Syria

Women's "social, political and economic" rights are included, as well as freedom of the press and freedom of expression. But at the same time, Syria's provisional new constitution establishes five years of Islamist rule.
Uncertainty despite new constitution in Syria

Canada to Ease Sanctions Against Syria

Canada is planning to ease its economic sanctions against Syria and appoint a new ambassador to the country, announces the Canadian Foreign Ministry. .
Canada to Ease Sanctions Against Syria

Syria establishes national security council

Syria's transitional government announces the formation of a national security council to be led by interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa. .
Syria establishes national security council

New Record for Swedish Arms Export

The export of war material increased last year to the highest value so far. This is shown by figures from the Inspectorate for Strategic Products (ISP).
New Record for Swedish Arms Export

Swedish police can nail Assad's torturers

A landslide of testimonies is expected to come from Syrians in Sweden who have been victims of crimes in their home country, but who previously did not dare to testify due to fear of the former dictator Bashar al-Assad's reprisals. But even their perpetrators are believed to be here in Sweden.
Swedish police can nail Assad's torturers

Two men sentenced for terror plans against the parliament

The assignment from IS was to murder at least ten police officers and other individuals at the Riksdag in Stockholm. Now, a German court has sentenced two men to prison for the terror plans.
Two men sentenced for terror plans against the parliament

Swedish police can nail Assad's torturers

A landslide of testimonies is expected to come from Syrians in Sweden who have been subjected to crimes in their home country, but who previously did not dare to testify due to fear of the former dictator Bashar al-Assad's reprisals. But even their perpetrators are believed to be here in Sweden.
Swedish police can nail Assad's torturers

Three acquitted of preparing for terrorist crimes

Three men are acquitted of preparation for terrorist crimes, following Säpo's noted raid in Tyresö last year. They and an additional person are, however, convicted of, among other things, participating in a terrorist organization.
Three acquitted of preparing for terrorist crimes

Six Terror Suspects Have Had Assets Frozen

Six people suspected of terrorist crimes have had their assets frozen with the support of a new law, reports Sveriges Radio Ekot. .
Six Terror Suspects Have Had Assets Frozen

Man Convicted of Participating in Terror Group IS

The 22-year-old man bought 28 e-visas to Ethiopia for other people. Now he is sentenced to prison for three years and three months for, among other things, gross participation in a terrorist organization.
Man Convicted of Participating in Terror Group IS
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