Following a failed ambush on an Army General Officer Commanding, GOC, in Kebbi State, suspected Lakurawa terrorists have attacked a mosque in Dadinkowa community, Maiyama Local Government Area, killing six worshippers and injuring three others in the latest assault on fasting Muslims. The post Reprisal: Lakurawa terrorists attack mosque, kill six worshippers in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Accusations over borders and terrorists. Pakistan's Defense Minister: "It's open war." Taliban cross-border raid, in the evening jet counterattack on cities.

Suspected terrorists attack a mosque in Kebbi State, killing five worshippers and injuring three during prayers. Police have confirmed the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-attack-mosque-in-kebbi-kill-five-worshippers/

Border guards seize cache of weapons, ammo in southeast Iran after ambushing terrorists  PressTV

Residents said the attackers surrounded the mosque during a nighttime Qur’anic Tafsir session, opening fire on the congregation. The post Terrorists kill four in another Kebbi mosque attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Sanitisation operations still underway to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorists in the area, military says

NO fewer than 27 persons have been killed following a joint Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists attack in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State in the early hours of yesterday. The post 27 killed in Boko Haram attack on Adamawa community appeared first on Vanguard News.

Netanyahu's pressure leads to softening of death penalty bill for terrorists  Haaretz

Beti Hohler called on the European Union to protect judges and prosecutors, who she claims are being treated as terrorists by the United States, following US sanctions against Hague judges.

Six terrorists were killed in an ambush by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in southeast Iran.

Among the more than 20,000 names on Rosfinmonitoring’s list of “terrorists and extremists,” Meduza found around 100 people who have already died. One of them is the late opposition politician Alexey Navalny. Two years after Russian authorities killed him in prison, his family still hasn’t been able to get his name struck from the registry — despite the law clearly stating that documented confirmation of death is grounds for removal. Here’s what we know about the dead stuck in Russia’s extremi...

AFP reported on Tuesday that the Nigerian government paid a "huge" ransom to Boko Haram and released two of its senior commanders to secure the release of the pupils. The post Papiri Abductions: Nigerian govt denies paying ransom to terrorists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Islamic State terrorists killed four Syrian government security personnel at a checkpoint west of Raqqa city, highlighting an escalation in attacks by the jihadist group against President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government.

A Russian report indicates that up to 23,000 terrorists, including ISIS, TTP, and Al-Qaeda, are operating in Afghanistan, warning of an influx of foreign fighters and a surge in drug trafficking.

The notorious Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria, which held IS terrorists and their families, has been cleared by the Syrian interim government. Experts warn that thousands of IS sympathizers are now at large.

The Benue state government has refuted claims of establishing a rehabilitation centre for hardened terrorists, stating that the proposed facility is intended for victims of forced recruitment into criminal gangs.

An expert warns that Hamas terrorists released into Egypt could create a significant security threat for the region and Europe, though Egyptian intelligence is reportedly highly vigilant.

According to an official, the US plans to withdraw from its main base in northeastern Syria, citing Syrian willingness to take primary responsibility for combating terrorists.

Report: Israel Prisons Chief Hosted Tour at Jail Housing Hamas Terrorists  Haaretz

PM, President laud security forces for successful counter-terrorism operation

Five terrorists were killed during an operation conducted by security forces in Balochistan's Pishin district, as reported by ISPR.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI killed 25 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters while repelling coordinated terrorist attacks in Limankara and Kukawa, Borno State, though one soldier was lost.

Pakistan says offensive led by 'solid intelligence'; Over 80 terrorists eliminated in precision hits

Three terrorists were killed in a gunfight in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Army dog Tyson displayed bravery by leading troops to a terrorist hideout in the Chhatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar, where he was shot, helping security forces eliminate three Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists.

Türkiye has made progress in the disarmament of the terrorist group PKK after a parliamentary committee agreed upon the guidelines for Parliament in the terror-free Türkiye initiat...

Security forces killed two terrorists, including a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) commander, during an encounter in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistan carried out attacks in eastern Afghanistan, reportedly targeting suspected terrorists. However, according to the Taliban government in Kabul, several children were killed in the assaults.

Tehran is once again blaming 'terrorists' for last month's violence, rejecting external estimates and doubling down on its stance after President Trump issued his own high estimate.

A teacher in Garissa, Kenya, who was killed in a recent Shabaab attack, had previously survived another attack two years prior and had pleaded for a transfer due to threats from terrorists and students.

WITH a spate of terrorist attacks occurring in the country, a national-level response is required to address the issue. The latest atrocity has occurred in Bajaur, where a suicide bomber reportedly belonging to the banned TTP attacked a checkpost in Bajaur on Monday. At least 12 people were martyred in the incident — 11 security personnel and one minor girl. Meanwhile, on the same day, a motorcycle rigged with explosives was blown up outside a police station in Bannu, causing two fatalities. Furthermore, law enforcers said on Wednesday that terrorists attacked a police station and a customs office in Dera Ismail Khan, martyring a policeman and a customs officer. They added that the terrorists also fired at passenger buses in the area. Several acts of deadly violence have occurred in this area over the past few weeks. Following the Bajaur attack, the prime minister commented that “under the vision of Azm-i-Istehkam, security forces are gaining major success in the fight against terrorism”. While that may be so, Pakistan continues to pay a high price as it loses security personnel and civilians in frequent terrorist attacks. For example, apart from the latest violence in KP, an imambargah in Islamabad was attacked earlier this month causing major casualties, while only days before the atrocity in the capital terrorists had launched coordinated attacks in Balochistan. Unless the state takes a fresh approach towards terrorism, we may see the same high levels of violence in the current year as we did in 2025. Last year was said to be the bloodiest in over a decade. The threats may be varied — separatist terrorists in Balochistan, religiously inspired elements in KP — but the response must ensure that all violent elements are neutralised, and the state is able to establish peace in the disturbed areas. There has been some welcome recent cooperation between the KP government — which remains the hardest hit province — and the centre in the field of counterterrorism; such efforts must be intensified. A whole-of-nation approach is needed, applying kinetic measures where required, conducting intel-based operations as well as sociopolitical interventions as needed, to defeat terrorism. The federal and provincial governments, lawmakers and the security apparatus, along with CT experts, must put their heads together to arrive at a solution that can bring lasting peace to Pakistan. Published in Dawn, February 19th, 2026

Three boats targeted in eastern Pacific and Caribbean as Trump continues pursuit of alleged ‘narco-terrorists’ US military officials has said American forces launched assaults on three alleged drug-smuggling boats, killing 11 in one of the deadliest days of the Trump administration’s months-long campaign against alleged traffickers. The military action on Monday brought the number of fatalities caused by US strikes to 145 since September, when Donald Trump called on American armed forces to people deemed “narco-terrorists” on small vessels. There have been 42 known strikes in notorious drug trafficking routes such as the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean, according to the Associated Press reported. Continue reading...

Nigerian security forces successfully engaged and killed an unspecified number of terrorists during coordinated attacks in Pulka and Mandaragirau, Borno State.

An undercover police officer successfully thwarted a plot by two Islamic State terrorists who planned to carry out a massacre targeting Jewish communities in Manchester, UK.

An additional station house officer was martyred after terrorists attacked a police station in the War Mamund tehsil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur region in Pakistan.

A witness testified in court about a coordinated attack by over 100 AK-47-wielding terrorists on Yelwata community in Benue State, Nigeria, which resulted in the massacre of more than 150 people and the razing of houses.

US officials have indicted high-ranking Sinaloa Cartel brothers, accusing them of trafficking fentanyl as a 'Weapon of Mass Destruction' and facing terrorism charges in a new federal indictment.

A witness told the Federal High Court in Abuja that over 100 AK-47-wielding terrorists attacked villages in Benue State, resulting in the burning of houses, grievous bodily harm, and the deaths of over 150 people in the Yelwata community.

Pakistan's Foreign Office stated that recent strikes against Afghanistan were carried out to ensure the safety of Pakistani citizens and prevent imminent terrorist attacks.

Some suspected Lakurawa terrorists have attacked a Mosque, killed five worshippers and injured three others in a reprisal following a failed ambush on the convoy of a Nigerian Army General Officer Commanding (GOC). The post Lakurawa kills 5 worshippers in Kebbi mosque appeared first on Vanguard News.

Troops of the Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai have killed eight (8) members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State. The post Troops neutralise 8 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno latest encounter appeared first on Vanguard News.

The IDF operation included an attack on two apartments in the camp where terrorists were hiding.

Sources reveal that the Palestinian Authority paid half a billion shekels to terrorists through a 'pay-for-slay' scheme, with additional 'special grants' given to those released in recent hostage deals.

Suspected terrorists abducted four members of the same family while they were working on their farmland in the Babanla community of Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State.

The United States has condemned Hamas after a video surfaced showing terrorists intimidating and extorting Gazans, with activists reporting operatives shutting down vendors and threatening violence.

Right-wing factions in Israel are pushing for a law to introduce the death penalty for Palestinian terrorists, sparking a debate that challenges the foundations of rule of law and creates further division within Israeli society.

Troops from Operation HADIN KAI intercepted a Toyota Pick-Up Truck in Borno state, arresting three suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists who were found with uniform fabrics.

Pakistan has carried out precision strikes against terrorists located inside Afghanistan.

The Benue State Government clarified that its planned rehabilitation center is for youths forcibly recruited into criminal gangs, distinguishing them from hardened terrorists.

Heavily-armed terrorists attacked a political rally addressed by the opposition last weekend in Kenya.

Troops of the Nigerian Army foiled a deadly ambush targeting the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Major General Bemgha Koughna, in Kebbi State, neutralizing five terrorists.

Operation Trashi-1, a 326-day sustained hunt for Pakistan-trained terrorists in the forests and mountains of Jammu and Kashmir by the Indian Army and other forces, is highlighted as an example of courage.

Tensions have escalated following a Syrian army offensive, leading Kurdish forces to abandon prisons and some Islamic State terrorists to flee into Iraq. Turkey has pledged to repatriate its citizens linked to ISIS who were detained in Iraq after being transferred from Syrian prisons.

Afghan officials report that over 100 terrorists were killed in recent air strikes, with the country vowing continued retributive actions if militant activities persist.

Indian forces successfully neutralized seven terrorists in a prolonged operation in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, utilizing an extensive intelligence network.

Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) has reaffirmed the country's commitment to structured insurgent rehabilitation, stating that intelligence and stability can be achieved through controlled rehabilitation of terrorists.

An army sniffer dog named Tyson sustained a bullet injury during an encounter in Kishtwar, India, but continued to assist forces in finding three hiding terrorists.

Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully foiled coordinated Boko Haram attacks, neutralizing 29 terrorists in Borno and Yobe states. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-foil-bharam-attacks-kill-29-in-borno-yobe/

Three terrorists of Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad were killed in a joint Army–J&K Police encounter in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar under Operation “Trashi-I.”

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district killed two terrorists in an ongoing operation, recovering two AK-47 rifles.

Türkiye has made progress in the disarmament of the terrorist group PKK after a parliamentary committee agreed upon the guidelines for Parliament in the terror-free Türkiye initiat...

The encounter broke out in the Chatroo area of the district after joint teams of the Army, police, and Central Reserve Police Force launched a search operation.

Pakistan conducted attacks in eastern Afghanistan, reportedly targeting suspected terrorists, which resulted in the deaths of several children.

The Pakistani army said a security forces’ convoy was targeted by TTP militants during an operation against terrorists, the Dawn reported.

Security forces in Pakistan killed four Indian-sponsored terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Lakki Marwat district.

A Nigerian court has admitted the confessional statements of suspected terrorists accused of the Owo Church Massacre as exhibits, following testimony from an SSS witness.

More than two years after Israel’s devastating war in Gaza began, the West Bank has become an increasingly volatile front in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. While international recognition of a Palestinian state has gathered momentum, the situation on the ground is moving in the opposite direction. Israel’s government has advanced new annexation legislation, settlement growth is accelerating, and daily life for Palestinians is becoming more restricted and precarious. In a new series, reporter Matthew Cassel travels through the West Bank to document what daily life looks like under deepening occupation. Starting in Hebron and moving north to Ramallah, villages outside the city, and finally Nablus, he meets people across generations to ask: what does the idea of a ‘Palestinian state’ mean today? Continue reading...

"The success of the operation highlights the Nigerian Army’s unwavering resolve to deny criminal elements freedom of action..." The post Soldiers, local security guards kill two terrorists in Ondo – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

"You Ought To Be In Jail": Senator Unloads On Minnesota AG Ellison Over Fraud Scandal During a Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee hearing this week, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) confronted Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison. The Missouri Republican exposed Ellison's ties to the Feeding Our Future scandal, where fraudsters stole $250 million in federal child nutrition funds.  Hawley didn't hold back, charging the Democrat with protecting fraudsters who funneled cash to terrorists and traffickers, as well as Ellison’s own campaign coffers, and telling him he “ought to be in jail.” THERE IT IS 🚨 Official Hearing where Senator Josh Hawley confronts Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison about meeting with and taking campaign donations from Somali fraudsters stealing billions He personally called and BLOCKED THE INVESTIGATIONS Josh Hawley “Are you… pic.twitter.com/i40Ow5V9Zz February 12, 2026 Hawley opened the confrontation by spotlighting $10,000 in campaign donations Ellison pocketed from players in the Feeding Our Future mess, which the New York Post broke last year, detailing how the money flowed in right after a December 11, 2021, meeting at Ellison's office. Ellison repeatedly denied it, calling it a false statement. But Hawley read directly from the meeting transcript, where money was discussed repeatedly.   An audio recording of that meeting revealed that Ellison met with members of the Somali community who were later convicted in the scandal. In the recording, the individuals ask Ellison for help securing funding before discussing campaign donations.  “The only way that we can protect what we have is by inserting ourselves into the political arena,” a man is heard saying on the audio. “Putting our votes where it needs to be. But most importantly, putting our dollars in the right place. And supporting candidates that will fight to protect our interests.” “That's right,” Ellison replied. Ellison accepted $10,000 in campaign contributions from the fraudsters mere days later, as did his son, Minneapolis councilman Jeremiah Ellison. Hawley proceeded to read from that recording, quoting Ellison's own words back to him. "Send me the names of all these folks who are investigating them," Ellison said. He promised to call the Education Department and ask what was going on. "I already have my team working on this," he told them, according to the transcript. "What day should we get together to discuss it again?" Ellison pledged repeatedly to help them fight the investigators. "You have my attention. I'm concerned about this," he said. "Let's go fight these people." "Why'd you do it? Was it worth it?" Hawley asked. "This is what accountability looks like, of which you've had none," Hawley countered. "You helped fraudsters defraud your state and this government of $9 billion, and you got a fat campaign contribution out of it. You ought to be indicted. That's the truth." Ellison shot back hard. He denied the donations flat-out: "a lie" and "No donations came." He insisted, "You're completely wrong. … I did not see anybody." Hawley countered with video proof of their nearly hour-long sit-down—easy to find online. Ellison dismissed Hawley's quotes as "cherry-picked." As the exchange got heated, Ellison repeatedly talked over Hawley, which the senator didn’t appreciate. “It's my hearing, pal,” he snapped. "Don't call me 'pal,’” Ellison shot back. "Well, I should call you a prisoner because you ought to be in jail."  He demanded resignation. Ellison flipped it: "I was thinking the same thing about you." Hawley didn't stop there. He brought up testimony from the previous day showing where the fraudulent money went: to terrorist groups, transnational criminal organizations, drug trafficking, and child trafficking. "You took $10,000 and helped them do it," he said. Ellison kept denying everything, but Hawley had receipts.  He cited a Minnesota Star Tribune report that Partners in Nutrition raised concerns with the attorney general’s office in 2018 and 2019, but Ellison did nothing. The New York Post reported that Ellison accepted campaign donations from individuals linked to the fraud after meeting with them. "You've been right at the center of this fraud thing from the beginning, and you've enabled it," Hawley said. "You should resign." Ellison shot back, "And, sir, you should resign. I was thinking the same thing about you."  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 20:25

Former Gaza hostage Matan Angrest shared his harrowing experience of captivity, including being electrocuted by Hamas terrorists, the loss of his tank crew, and bonding with a fellow hostage, during an interview with Channel 12's 'Uvda'.

The Castro government and the Florida Prosecutor's Office are investigating the maritime confrontation that resulted in four deaths.

Pakistani security forces killed 10 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Zhob, Balochistan, according to the military's media wing.

A joint operation by Turkey's National Intelligence Organization (MIT) and police led to the capture of four members of the DHKP-C terrorist group who were allegedly plotting attacks.

Cuba's government says the 10 people on a Florida-registered boat that opened fire on its soldiers were terrorists trying to infiltrate the island. The country says its forces killed four people.

Havana authorities state that ten Cuban nationals aboard a boat that was shot at were involved in terrorist activities, resulting in four deaths and six injuries. The survivors reportedly confessed to their intentions and were carrying weapons.

Nigeria’s Defence Minister states that intelligence-driven operations, supported by space technology, are critical to defeating terrorism and other securit Read More: https://punchng.com/intelligence-driven-operations-critical-to-defeating-terrorists-defence-minister/

The Spokesperson for Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs Ministry, Heorhii Tykhyi, has dismissed allegations by veteran journalist Kwasi Pratt that Ukraine supplied the "terrorists" who killed eight Ghanaian traders in Burkina Faso.

Troops of the Special Task Force, Operation Enduring Peace, have foiled a potential deadly attack by suspected armed terrorists on Razat community in Ropp District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Military foils fresh attack in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that 34 terrorists were killed in recent separate operations conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI intercepted a Toyota pick-up truck in Borno State, Nigeria, arresting three suspected members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists who were conveying fabrics.

The US military conducted an attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea, resulting in the deaths of three alleged drug terrorists, according to the US Southern Command. This is part of a series of operations that have collectively killed nearly 150 people.

The incident occurred when the commander's convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the state. The post Five terrorists killed in failed ambush of Nigerian Army general – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A brave Army dog named Tyson sustained a leg injury while leading 'Operation Trashi-1' against Jaish-e-Mohammed militants in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, enabling security forces to eliminate three terrorists.

A new federal class action lawsuit has been filed against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), alleging that agents illegally tracked and intimidated observers watching federal immigration enforcement in Maine, calling them 'domestic terrorists' and threatening to add them to a 'database' or 'watchlist'.

TTP drone assault at FC Fort injures several, forces neutralise four terrorists in DI Khan IBO

The policy lays out a a multi-layered strategy, aimed at denying terrorists, their financiers and supporters access to funds, weapons and safe havens.

Three Federal Constabulary men were killed in a terrorist attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Karak district, Pakistan. Officials stated that terrorists initially carried out an attack.

The al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria, which housed thousands with alleged links to Daesh, has been emptied following a government operation and a new deal with US-backed terrorists.

Over 80 terrorists killed as Pakistan armed forces strike 7 camps along border with Afghanistan  phnompenhpost.com

QUETTA: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed five terrorists, including a suspected suicide bomber, during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Pishin district of Balochistan, said a statement on Monday. The operation took place near the old Surkhab refugee camp in the district. A CTD spokesperson said a heavy exchange of fire took place during the law enforcers’ raid on the terrorist hideout. As a result, a suspected suicide bomber and his four accomplices were killed. The s...

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, Nigeria, has ordered a renewed crackdown on bandits following coordinated attacks on six villages in the Arewa Local Government Area, near the border with Niger Republic.

Detained terrorist killed in convoy attack in Bannu

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated as Pakistan launched strikes targeting alleged Taliban hideouts, accusing Kabul of harboring terrorists responsible for recent deadly bombings.

Security forces killed two terrorists and recovered two AK-47 rifles in an ongoing operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district.

Security forces in Kishtwar, India, killed two terrorists and recovered weapons including AK-47 rifles during an operation.

A terrorist commander, Usama alias Baghi, and an accomplice were killed in an exchange of fire with CTD Bannu police when the team transporting recently arrested terrorists came under attack.

Airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan hit seven hideouts, killing several terrorists including commander Akhtar Muhammad

The Pakistani army said a security forces’ convoy was targeted by TTP militants during an operation against terrorists, the Dawn reported.

The government is paying compensation totaling more than Rs19.6 million to the families of 40 people killed in a suicide bombing at an imambargah in Islamabad this month, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Thursday. The February 6 attack, claimed by the Islamic State (IS) group, on the outskirts of the capital was the deadliest in Islamabad since a 2008 truck bombing that killed 60 people at the Marriott Hotel. “Relief cheques have been delivered to the heirs of 36 martyrs belonging to Islamabad,” PMO said in a statement, adding each victim’s family received Rs5m. Cheques will also be delivered to four families of victims living outside Islamabad, the statement said. Although officials have not released a final death toll, the statement marked the first official acknowledgement that 40 people were killed in the blast. On Feb 11, PM Shehbaz had announced compensation for those martyred and injured in the suicide attack while visiting the site of the attack. Speaking on the occasion, he said, “These terrorists have no religion, and they have crossed all the limits of cruelty.” The suicide attack occurred during Friday prayers. The last major attack in Islamabad took place in November when a suicide blast outside a court killed 12 people and wounded dozens, the first such incident to hit the capital in nearly three years.

It should come as no surprise to anyone that American troops are now effectively on the ground in Nigeria to assist the country to fight Boko Haram and Islamic state insurgents and terrorists who have been tormenting the country for about two decades. Yet there are certain Nigerians at home and abroad who are indulging […] The post Welcoming the American troops, By Reuben Abati appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Three policemen were martyred and two terrorists were eliminated during an operation in the Kabalgram area of Martung tehsil in Shangla.

Ahmad Zubairu, the acting spokesperson for the operation, disclosed this in a statement Sunday evening. The post Nigerian soldiers dislodge terrorists in Benue appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Armed men on motorbikes have carried out deadly raids on villages in Niger State, Nigeria, shooting locals, setting homes alight, and abducting an unknown number of people.