Al Qaeda Newswire

Rocker turned terrorist: The mystery of al-Qaida's leader in Africa

The battle against al-Qaida's Islamic terrorists in West Africa has persisted for over a decade, with the governments of Mali and Burkina Faso recently suffering a string of humiliating defeats despite support from Russian mercenaries. Leading this …

Man accused of links to Al Qaeda in Syria wants UK passport back

A number of Britons who travelled to Syria – and who then had their citizenship revoked – have been left in limbo after the fall of the Assad regime. One of those is Tauqir Sharif, an aid worker from Essex who runs a network of charities in Idlib, and is …

Rocker who won Grammy to deadliest al Qaeda leader: Who is Iyad ag Ghali, West Africa’s biggest terrorist wanted by ICC?

From being a rock band player who toured the world, Iyad ag Ghali became the most dreaded al Qaeda in the Western Sahara who banned music and replaced metal rock music with guns and weapons. Rocker who won Grammy to deadliest al Qaeda leader: Who is Iyad …

Serbia, countries in region align with EU measures against ISIL, Al-Qaeda

The High Representative of the Council of the European Union (EU) issued a press release on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning the latest restrictive measures against ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaeda and persons, groups, …

Trump Reportedly Set To Meet Syrian Interim President Amid Israeli Concerns About Turkey’s Role in That Country

As President Trump reportedly plans to meet the Syrian interim president, Ahmed a-Sharaa, Israel is increasingly concerned about the former terrorist’s chief backer, NATO-member Turkey. Mr. Sharaa, a former Al Qaeda fighter, is eager to end American …

The Taliban senses an opening as it pushes for diplomatic recognition in talks with Trump administration

By Alex Marquardt, CNN (CNN) — In the two months since Donald Trump became president, the Taliban has ratcheted up its efforts to ingratiate itself with the Trump administration, appearing to sense an opening to re-establish official ties and a presence in …

Mother of 3 beaten by sword-wielding father who threatened to kill her for accepting Christ

By Morning Star News, Wednesday, April 02, 2025 Getty Images NAIROBI, Kenya — The Muslim husband of a woman in Somalia sent her back to her parents for accepting Christ — without their three young children — and then her parents drove her away for sharing …

Tax-funded benevolence

Last month Forbes reported that the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) sued the Trump administration and alleges that the administration suspended funding illegally for the conference’s refugee resettlement programs. The USCCB stated that funding …

Trump’s Sweeping Deportations Face Scrutiny

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Al-Shabaab fighters surrender in Somalia’s Southwest State

Wednesday April 2, 2025 Four former Al-Shabaab fighters stand for a photo after surrendering to authorities in Baidoa, Somalia’s Southwest State, on April 1, 2025. Regional officials say the men defected amid intensified military operations and airstrikes …

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning restrictive ...

On 17 March 2025, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2025/514. The Decision adds one entity to the list of persons, groups, undertakings and entities set out in the Annex to Decision (CFSP) 2016/1693. Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, …

Afghanistan Under the Taliban: Contrasting the Regional Strategies of Pakistan and Central Asia

The engagement of Central Asian states with the Taliban-led Afghan government has drawn significant regional and global interest. While the Central Asian republics view the Taliban as partners for economic connectivity, regional stability, and …

Today-History-Apr02

Today in History for April 2: In 742, Charlemagne, or Charles the Great, was born. Pope Leo III crowned him Emperor of the Romans on Christmas Day, 800. Today in History for April 2: In 742, Charlemagne, or Charles the Great, was born. Pope Leo III crowned …

Muslims’ plight, imam’s words led U of M trio to al-Qaeda

Four years after 9/11, a student enters the Muslim prayer room at the University of Manitoba where a commemorative service has just ended. “I don’t feel any sympathy for victims of terrorist attacks. They don’t care about us, so why should we care …

White House cuts funding for Al-Qaeda-linked NGO in Syria

IDF Keeps Pounding Syrian Sites

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Activists, journalists placed on Burkina blacklist

Security services in Burkina Faso, which is mired in jihadist violence, published Tuesday a list of people including journalists and activists “actively wanted for criminal association in relation to a terrorist enterprise”. Burkina Faso has been ruled …

Burkina Faso Military Targets Journalists, Activists in Crackdown

Authorities in Burkina Faso have published a list of individuals, including journalists and activists, who are “actively wanted for criminal association in relation to a terrorist enterprise,” escalating concerns over the military junta’s crackdown on …

Caine Touts Unusual Experience for Chairman as Asset in ‘Unconventional Times’

President Donald Trump’s nominee for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff touted his highly unusual background for the job as an asset and reaffirmed his commitment to stay apolitical during a confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services …

Abraham Accords: AMMWEC, The House of Ruach, UPF, Host Interfaith Iftar Welcoming Arab-Israeli Partnership, Sharaka

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an inspiring display of unity and shared values, the American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) partnered with the House of Ruach, Universal Peace …

CIA WHISTLEBLOWER’S MEMOIR FREE ON KINDLE THROUGH APRIL 3—AS JFK FILES HEARING EXPOSES CIA LIES TO CONGRESS

"The Broken Whistle: A Deep State Run Amok," memoir of a CIA whistleblower, free on Amazon Kindle through 3 April 2025. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yesterday's congressional hearing on the JFK …

James J. Maiwurm's political thriller, 'Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunction', celebrates its two-year anniversary

A timely novel that continues to resonate in today's politically divided landscape MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As political tensions continue to define America's domestic and international relationships …

Turn Left PAC Sees Major Gains in Deep-Red Florida, Paves the Way for Midterm Blue Wave

DAYTONA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Turn Left PAC, a Democratic advocacy group that matched billionaire Elon Musk dollar for dollar in the final days of Florida’s special elections, has demonstrated a clear path …

The Inflation Reduction Act's Future in Trump's Second Term

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This press release provides a comprehensive and politically neutral overview of the prospects of the Inflation Reduction Act in President Trump's second term. It highlights …

Labour’s Tax Shake-Up Sparks Retail Reset – EPOS Direct Leads with AI and Transparent Payments

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the Labour government’s forward-looking economic reforms — including National Insurance changes and a renewed focus on sustainable growth under Chancellor Rachel Reeves — EPOS …

Animal Welfare Groups Say Congress Should Not Pass Whole Milk Bill Unless Amended to Offer Plant-Based Options

With up to 15 million lactose intolerant kids in the National School Lunch Program, doubling down on the milk mandate will translate into more illness and waste WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After the U.S. …

Lebanon’s Journey of Resilience: Royal House of Ghassan Leads Global Efforts to Empower Communities Amidst Crisis

Royal House of Ghassan Sparks Hope Amid Lebanon's Crisis BEIRUT, LEBANON, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lebanon stands at a critical juncture, grappling with profound economic challenges and escalating regional tensions, intensified by …

SimpliCity Joins DIGITAL to Assess B.C. Municipalities’ Digital Readiness for Streamlining Housing Permits

A province-wide survey led by industry and municipal partners aims to bring clarity to the digital permitting processes and technologies used by municipalities. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ClarityBC is a new …

Cato Institute and Rolli Announce Partnership for Media Access to Experts on Individual Liberty and Limited Government

Cato Institute joins dozens of other expert organizations on the Rolli platform, providing journalists access to top experts in a variety of fields. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rolli, the AI-powered Newsroom as a …

UK not equipped to protect citizens from crisis, charity warns

New report from The Young Foundation sets out critical need for greater levels of preparedness for crisis and disaster LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report, released today, argues that voluntary, community and …

Nonprofit-led gene therapy breaks through with EU backing, changing the rare disease model

Gene therapy for CTNNB1 Syndrome advances to trials with EU recognition, preclinical success, and political support for affordable public access. LJULJANA, SLOVENIA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a move that could reshape how advanced therapies …

Strider Education Foundation Commemorates All Kids Bike Day and Sets Goals for the Future for Kindergarten PE Learn-to-...

Rapid City, South Dakota, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strider Education Foundation Commemorates All Kids Bike Day and Sets Goals for Kindergarten PE Learn-to-Ride Program The Celebration Features Program Activations on Either …

Elected Officials Join CalCAPA Advocacy Day at the California State Capitol

Uniting for Change: Advancing Economic Mobility & Community Empowerment in California SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Community Action Partnership Association (CalCAPA) is excited to announce …

OSCE leaders and anti-trafficking experts commit to tripling down on efforts to end child trafficking

VIENNA, 2 April 2025 – At the 25th Conference of the Alliance against Trafficking in Persons, which concluded in Vienna on Tuesday, OSCE leaders and anti-trafficking experts called on the 57 OSCE participating States to turn their commitments into tangible …

ODIHR opens election observation mission in Albania

TIRANA, 2 April 2025 - The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) today opened an election observation mission for the 11 May parliamentary elections in Albania, following an official invitation from the national authorities. The …

Georgia’s foreign agents legislation raises concerns over negative impact on civil society, OSCE human rights office ...

WARSAW, 2 April 2025 – Georgia’s new law ‘On the Foreign Agents Registration Act’, requiring all individuals or organisations considered to act in the interest of a foreign entity to register as foreign agents, due for example to foreign funding, and …

Upbring Champions Introduction of Foster Care Tax Credit Act, Empowering Foster Parents Nationwide

Austin. TX, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Upbring applauds the introduction of the Foster Care Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 2438) in the U.S. House on Thursday, March 27. As a member of the Foster Care Tax Credit Coalition, Upbring supports this …

Free-Market Coalition Urges Trump Administration, Congress to Counter Economically Ruinous European Union Law

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL (April 2, 2025) — The Heartland Institute and a coalition of more than two dozen other free-market advocacy organizations have sent a letter to key Trump administration …

Crisis Text Line Launches Dedicated Hotline to Support Americans Facing Financial Stress

New York, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rising economic uncertainty is placing a heavy burden on both financial and mental well-being. With concerns about layoffs, tariffs, a possible recession, and personal financial instability on the rise, many …