China Strongly Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attack in Pakistan’s Balochistan
China expresses deep condolences and pledges continued support for Pakistan after a passenger train bombing in Balochistan left 47 dead and nearly 100 injured.
Counter-terrorism
Nigeria and US Joint Operation Neutralizes 175 Islamic State Fighters
A joint Nigeria-US military operation has killed 175 Islamic State fighters, including the group’s global second-in-command, dealing a major blow to extremist networks in West Africa.
UN Security Council Condemns Deadly Coordinated Attacks in Mali
The UN Security Council has strongly condemned coordinated attacks in Mali by Al-Qaeda-linked militants and Tuareg separatists following the loss of strategic northern towns.
US and Nigerian Forces Eliminate ISIS Global Second-in-Command in Africa
US President Donald Trump announced that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS’s global second-in-command, was eliminated in a joint operation with Nigerian forces.
Nigerian Military Reports Neutralizing 50 Militants in Northeast Clashes
The Nigerian army reports 50 militants killed after repelling a coordinated ISWAP assault in Yobe state, amid ongoing concerns over regional insurgency and casualty reporting.
Nigerian Military Airstrike Hits Village Market, Dozens Feared Dead
Dozens feared dead after Nigerian military airstrike hits village market; military claims targeting terrorists amid civilian casualty reports.
Nigeria, US Strengthen Military Ties with Capacity-Building Deployment
Nigeria launches joint military training program with 100 US personnel to enhance counter-terrorism capabilities and regional security infrastructure.
China and Türkiye Pledge Enhanced Bilateral Cooperation at G20 Meeting
Chinese and Turkish foreign ministers commit to expanding bilateral ties, focusing on trade, investment, and counter-terrorism cooperation during the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg.
China’s UN Envoy Fu Cong Calls for Global Support to Achieve Stability in Syria
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong urges global solidarity to support Syria’s stability and development, emphasizing a Syrian-led political process and increased humanitarian aid.
Türkiye and U.S. Call for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire and Reaffirm Syria Stability Efforts
Türkiye and the U.S. reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism and achieving stability in Syria, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during talks in Ankara.
Türkiye and U.S. Seek Stability in Syria, Urge Gaza Ceasefire
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met in Ankara to discuss collaborative efforts towards stability in Syria and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
China’s New White Paper Highlights Legal Counter-Terrorism Measures
China’s new white paper outlines its legal framework for counter-terrorism, emphasizing law-based strategies and successes in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region over the past decade.
Counter-terrorism: A Global Responsibility Beyond Politics
Terrorism remains a primary threat to global security. Effective counter-terrorism demands global cooperation and responsibility beyond politics.