What’s next as ‘heavy-handed’ US negotiates pullout from Niger? US ‘touched a nerve’ in security dealings with Niger, opening door to ‘transactional’ Russia as Sahel violence spirals. Al Jazeera · May 1, 2024
Burkina Faso’s army executed more than 200 civilians: Rights group Human Rights Watch accuses military of conducting campaigns against civilians accused of links to armed groups. Al Jazeera · Apr 25, 2024
US agrees to withdraw troops from Niger amid Sahel region’s pivot to Russia The US built a base in the desert city of Agadez at the cost of $100m for manned and unmanned surveillance flights. Al Jazeera · Apr 20, 2024
Iran says ISIL members planning Eid al-Fitr ‘suicide attack’ arrested ISIL claimed responsibility for twin bombings in Kerman this year that had killed nearly 100 people. Al Jazeera · Apr 6, 2024
Nine detained in Tajikistan in relation to Moscow concert hall attack A Russian court meanwhile charged one more suspect in last week’s deadly attack on Crocus City Hall. Al Jazeera · Mar 29, 2024
Russia’s Putin says ‘radical Islamists’ behind Moscow concert hall attack Russian leader also suggests Ukraine is somehow involved in the attack without providing any evidence. Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024
Fear stalks Russia after Moscow massacre as Putin’s allies play blame game Everyday Russians say they feel anxious after Friday’s brutal attack at the Crocus City Hall that killed 137 people. Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 760 As the war enters its 760th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024
Russia mourns Moscow concert hall attack victims as death toll rises to 137 Search operation is still ongoing, governor of Moscow region says, amid fears the death toll of 137 may further rise. Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024
Moscow concert hall attack: How did ISIL recoup, five years after ‘defeat’? The group’s Afghanistan arm in particular has gained since the return of the Taliban — even though the two are rivals. Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024
Who’s to blame for the Moscow massacre? Some Russians blame lax security for the horrific attack claimed by ISIL. But analysts recall a darker history. Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2024
Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains 11 as death toll rises to 133 Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) tries to link Ukraine to assault despite ISIL affiliate claim of responsibility. Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2024
Moscow concert hall attack: Why is ISIL targeting Russia? Deadly attack in Moscow claimed by ISIL affiliate leaves more than 133 people dead and approximately 100 injured. Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2024
Moscow concert hall attack: What do we know so far? The attack on the entertainment venue in Moscow’s west is one of the worst Russia has seen in decades. Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2024
Al Jazeera · Feb 8, 2024 ‘Inherently undemocratic’: Pakistan suspends mobile services on voting day The government temporarily suspends mobile phone services as it holds the parliamentary and provincial election.
Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2024 US, Iraq begin formal talks on winding down US-led military coalition There are about 2,500 US troops still deployed in Iraq as part of the coalition formed in 2014 to help defeat ISIL.
Al Jazeera · Jan 24, 2024 Undeterred by Gaza war, thousands of Indians turn up for jobs in Israel Israel suspended work permits for thousands of Palestinians after October 7. Indians are queuing up to replace them.
Al Jazeera · Jan 19, 2024 ‘Credibility at stake’: Why did Iran strike inside Pakistan amid Gaza war? Tehran’s attacks on Pakistani, Iraqi and Syrian land have only one thing in common, say analysts: a show of strength.
Al Jazeera · Jan 15, 2024 Iran launches missile strikes in Iraq and Syria citing security threats IRGC says it fired ballistic missiles at Israeli ‘espionage centres’ in Erbil in north Iraq, hit ISIL targets in Syria.
Al Jazeera · Jan 5, 2024 Iran’s Raisi promises retaliation at funeral for victims of twin bombings Authorities say 11 suspects arrested after attack in Kerman during memorial for top commander Qassem Soleimani.
Al Jazeera · Dec 22, 2023 Turkey carries out mass detention of ISIL suspects Ankara has stepped up operations against armed groups since early October.
Al Jazeera · Dec 15, 2023 US Yazidis sue France’s Lafarge for aiding ISIL violence The French cement maker is accused of abetting violence and terrorism by providing supplies for tunnels and prisons.
Al Jazeera · Dec 4, 2023 ISIL claims responsibility for bombing at Catholic mass in Philippines At least four people were killed and dozens of others injured in the blast at Mindanao State University.
Al Jazeera · Nov 22, 2023 Iraq slams US strikes that killed eight pro-Iran fighters Baghdad denounces the strikes as a breach of its ‘sovereignty’.
Al Jazeera · Nov 13, 2023 What does David Cameron’s return to UK politics mean for the Middle East? The former PM has called Gaza ‘a prison camp’ and advocated for two states, but he is also a staunch backer of Israel.