Terrorism

The Times reports that a former bodyguard of a Hamas leader was granted British citizenship and is accused of later plotting a terror attack in the UK. The case is drawing attention to Britain's vetting and naturalisation procedures and how authorities handle applicants with ties to militant figures.

Six Russian-directed terror plots have reportedly been foiled in Europe, according to reporting linking the alleged sabotage and attack plans to the Kremlin. The claims are being framed as an attempt by Vladimir Putin to distract from failures on the Ukraine frontline. European security services have in recent months warned of a rise in Russian-backed sabotage and violence on the continent, and the report is fuelling debate about Moscow's covert activity inside Nato and EU countries.

A Houthi offensive is being described as leaving Saudi Arabia strategically exposed while strengthening Iran's position across the region. Commentators point to the absence of robust international military support for Riyadh, particularly from the United States, as a key factor emboldening Tehran and its allies. Analysts say the development complicates the already volatile geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and raises questions about the reliability of American security commitments to Gulf partners.

A former bodyguard for a Hamas leader was granted UK citizenship before being arrested over an alleged plot to carry out a terror attack against Jews in Europe, according to a report. The case is raising questions about British security vetting and how the man obtained citizenship despite his prior ties to Hamas.

Surveillance footage has emerged that reportedly captures the moment the son of Israel's envoy to the United States was struck in a ramming attack. The clip shows a vehicle mowing the man down, according to reports, and the incident is being widely discussed as a possible act of terrorism. Details about his condition and any suspects remain limited so far.

A man who served as a bodyguard to a Hamas leader was granted British citizenship and is now reportedly connected to a foiled terror plot in the UK. The case has raised questions about British vetting and security screening procedures for people with ties to the Palestinian militant group.

A suicide bombing in Pakistan killed 12 people, and shortly afterwards gunmen opened fire on an ambulance responding to the attack. The double strike has raised fears of coordinated assaults targeting emergency responders, a tactic seen in past attacks in the region. Authorities are investigating who was behind the bombing and the follow-up shooting, while security has been tightened around hospitals and rescue services.

Pakistan carried out airstrikes inside Afghanistan in retaliation for a terror attack in Kohat that killed 31 people. The strikes have heightened tensions between the two neighbours, with Islamabad pointing to militant groups based across the border. The incident has drawn attention to deteriorating Pakistan-Afghanistan relations and the persistent problem of cross-border militancy in the region.

A former bodyguard of a Hamas leader was granted British citizenship and is accused of subsequently plotting terrorism in the UK, the Telegraph reports. The case raises questions about how the man obtained citizenship and what screening was carried out. It is likely to fuel debate in Britain over security vetting and counter-terrorism policy.

Terror attacks targeting Jewish people in Belgium were reportedly orchestrated by Tehran, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post. The claim, if confirmed, would mark a serious escalation in Iran's alleged operations against Jewish communities in Europe and is likely to prompt diplomatic fallout and security reviews in Belgium and across the continent.

A deadly explosion struck Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan, though details on casualties and those responsible remain limited. The region has long seen militant attacks near the Afghan border, and the blast is drawing attention as part of ongoing violence in the area.

Militants from the Baloch Liberation Army ambushed a Pakistani security forces convoy in Nok-Kundi, a remote town in Balochistan province, killing seven soldiers. The attack is the latest in a long-running insurgency in the province, where the BLA has escalated operations against military targets. Attention is focused on Pakistan's deteriorating security situation and the group's growing reach.

India has issued a warning to Pakistan that supporting terrorism will carry 'consequences', responding after Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described any Indian action as an 'act of war'. The exchange marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the two neighbours, with New Delhi signalling it will respond firmly to any cross-border terror activity.

Air passengers across the UK are facing delays and cancellations after a second air traffic control problem in as many weeks. The latest technical issue has disrupted flights at airports around the country, renewing criticism of the resilience of the national air traffic system and prompting calls for answers about why the faults keep happening so close together.

The BBC is facing criticism over a report that described 53 people killed in Gaza as 'journalists', which critics say included Hamas terrorists. The dispute has reignited debate over how media organisations verify the affiliations of journalists killed in the Israel-Hamas conflict and whether such reporting risks lending credibility to combatants.

British authorities reportedly granted asylum and later citizenship to a man who worked as a bodyguard for Hamas, and who is now facing terrorism charges in the UK. The case has drawn attention to screening failures in the asylum system, with critics arguing it shows how individuals with militant links may have slipped through vetting and secured permanent status in Britain.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar denounced Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly, calling it a 'serial practitioner of terrorism' and rejecting attempts to normalise terror or reward countries that harbour terrorist groups. The sharp remarks continue India's long-standing diplomatic campaign to isolate Pakistan internationally over cross-border militancy, and come amid ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours over Kashmir and security issues.

A second source has come forward alleging that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had advance knowledge of Hamas's pending attack before it was carried out. The claim, if substantiated, would be politically explosive, raising questions about intelligence failures and government accountability surrounding October 7. The story is circulating widely as scrutiny of Israel's security establishment and Netanyahu's leadership intensifies.

A judgment in Sri Lanka over the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks has laid bare the scale of Zahran Hashim's plot and the deadly ideology that drove it. The coordinated bombings of churches and hotels killed more than 250 people. Coverage of the ruling is renewing focus on how the attacks were planned and radicalisation networks.

A suicide bombing claimed by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan struck a security checkpost in Pakistan, killing 13 people and injuring 30 others. The attack is one of the deadliest recent strikes attributed to the TTP, which has intensified assaults on security forces. Officials reported casualties among personnel at the post, and the attack has renewed concern over deteriorating security along Pakistan's border regions.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply criticised Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the United Nations General Assembly, saying the Pakistani leader had 'misrepresented facts' and calling his country a 'serial practitioner of terrorism'. The exchange continues the long-standing India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir and cross-border militancy, played out on the UN's global stage.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira jointly issued a strong condemnation of the terror attack in Pahalgam. The statement from the three ministers, representing members of the IBSA grouping, underscores international solidarity with India and growing global pressure against terrorism.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply attacked Pakistan at the United Nations, calling it a 'serial practitioner of terrorism' after Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif raised the Kashmir issue in his address. The exchange marks a fresh escalation in India-Pakistan rhetoric on the global stage, with New Delhi rejecting Islamabad's attempts to internationalise the Kashmir dispute.

A Nigerian pastor who was publicly referenced by US President Donald Trump has buried members of his congregation amid continuing deadly attacks in the country. The burial highlights the toll of ongoing violence targeting communities in Nigeria, an issue that has drawn international attention after Trump raised the persecution of Christians there as a foreign policy concern.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply criticised Pakistan at the United Nations, calling it a 'serial practitioner of terrorism'. The remarks continue India's long-standing effort to pressure Pakistan diplomatically over cross-border militancy, and were delivered in New York during the UN session. The strong language drew attention given the two countries' strained relations.

A terror attack targeting a healthcare center in Mirpur has drawn condemnation. Details about casualties, those responsible, and the exact circumstances of the attack have not been made available. Observers are calling for the protection of medical facilities and accountability for those behind the assault.

A large armed group is reported to be advancing toward the Barkin Ladi–Mangu corridor in Plateau State, Nigeria, with the threat assessed as imminent. The area has a history of deadly communal and militia violence. Residents face heightened fears of an attack as security forces' response remains unclear.

Pakistan has been identified as the country most impacted by terrorism, with former envoy Husain Haqqani saying the situation is the result of Pakistan's own policy of keeping 'snakes in its backyard' — a reference to years of harbouring militant groups. The remark has stirred debate about the country's past sponsorship of proxies and the blowback it now faces.

The Washington Times published an opinion piece accusing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of emboldening terrorists through his conciliatory approach, described as 'one olive branch at a time.' The editorial frames the new mayor's outreach and policy positions as dangerously soft on terrorism, reflecting ongoing conservative criticism of Mamdani since his election.