Terrorism
Friday, October 11, 2013 - 08:55
But the root of the problem in Libya is the vast and heavily armed network of jihadist militias whose ascendency America and its NATO allies themselves secured.
Friday, October 11, 2013 - 08:00
As a terrorist group, al-Shabaab has had international leaders worried since the mid 2000s, but for everyday Kenyans they, quite literally, burst on to the scene last year. Security checks on cars and people serve as everyday reminders of the group, but the fact is that many of us have very little understanding of al-Shabaab and what they want. Everlyne Mosongo takes a look into the organisation and their goals - and what experts think of them.
Friday, October 11, 2013 - 07:30
When the United States tried to capture a powerful militant in Somalia last weekend, it did not go after the leader of the Shabab extremist group, but a Kenyan national whose ties were as much in his native country as in the Horn of Africa.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:50
Spokesperson marie Harf addresses diplomatic relations with Libya, the presences of Al Qaeda in Syria, nuclear negotiations with Iran, concerns about violence in Egypt, and the Palestinian economy.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:42
The tribesmen promise more attacks and warn that every army response earns more support for radical groups with links to al Qaida.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:39
Scores of Syrian rebels and forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad were killed in fierce fighting Wednesday south of Damascus, where the army pressed a major offensive, an NGO said.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:36
Abu Anas al Liby is in military custody, but nothing he tells U.S. interrogators can be used against him because he has not been read his rights.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:21
But he worries that the military-heavy tactics of the U.S.-backed central government in Sanaa are pushing people into the arms of militancy.
Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 08:05
And it would be particularly hardheaded not to see an Iranian role in these confidence-building measures as well.
Wednesday, October 9, 2013 - 09:42
Islamic extremists have taken the offensive around Gao in north Mali, wounding two civilians Tuesday when they blew up a bridge, a day after shelling the town and injuring a soldier.