Tag: Counter-Terrorism
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Security Forces Re-engage with Terrorists in Dolgam, Kishtwar: Operation Underway
Overview of the Incident Security forces have re-established contact with a group of terrorists holed up in the Dolgam area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district. Officials confirmed the response began early on Saturday, with troops coordinating on-ground operations after receiving actionable intelligence from multiple sources. The developing situation has prompted a focused security operation…
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Security Forces Re-Establish Contact with Terrorists in Dolgam, Kishtwar; Operation Underway
Overview of the Operation Security forces re-established contact with terrorists holed up in the Dolgam area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on the morning of Saturday, January 31, 2026. Officials indicated that the Army, along with other security agencies, had coordinated intelligence inputs from multiple sources to plan and execute the operation. The objective…
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Discipline and Professionalism: Ghana’s Key to Secure Borders and a Safer Nation
Discipline and professionalism: the backbone of Ghana’s security President John Mahama has underscored the central role of discipline and professionalism in shaping a strong, responsive Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). Speaking to cadets, the President highlighted that these values are not mere ideals but practical necessities for confronting both current and emerging security threats. In an…
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Why Kenya Avoided US Visa Restrictions: Diplomacy, Strategy, and Regional Stability
Context: A shift in US visa policy and its regional impact In recent years, the United States has tightened visa rules for several countries, aiming to curb irregular migration and enhance national security. Yet Kenya, a pivotal hub in East Africa, appears to have dodged the most sweeping visa restrictions. Analysts say Kenya’s position is…
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Nigerian Governors Allocate N525bn for Security as Violence Surges; U.S. Military Support Adds to Tactics
Rising Violence Prompts Significant Security Spending As killings and insecurity intensify across several states, Nigerian governors have approved a substantial security budget totaling N525 billion. The allocation signals a determined push to strengthen protective measures, bolster intelligence gathering, and enhance tactical capacity within the country’s security framework. Analysts say the figure underscores the urgency of…
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Insecurity: Nigeria Seeks Turkey’s Help to Tackle Challenges
Overview: Nigeria Turns to Turkey for Security Support The Nigerian Federal Government has publicly stated that it has approached Turkey for assistance in addressing the nation’s ongoing insecurity. During a meeting with a delegation from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by senior church leaders, President Bola Tinubu underscored the importance of regional and…
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Nigeria Confirms GPS-Guided Munitions Hit ISIS Camps in Sokoto Forest; Debris Reaches Kwara
Overview: Precision Strikes in the Sahelian Corridor Nigeria’s government has disclosed that 16 GPS-guided munitions (PGMs), commonly known as smart bombs, were deployed in operations against suspected ISIS affiliates in the Sokoto Forest region. The strikes targeted camps believed to be used by terrorist elements, marking a significant step in the country’s counter-terrorism efforts in…
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Nigeria Declares Kidnappers and Bandits as Terrorists
Shifting the Legal Landscape Nigeria’s federal government has formally designated kidnappers and violent armed groups operating across the country as terrorists. This marks a pivotal shift in how authorities plan to confront a surge in abductions, rural raids, and criminal militancy that have destabilized communities and strained security forces. The designation allows security agencies to…
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Turkish National Under Probe for Alleged Terror Links after Nairobi Arrest
DCI seeks 15 days to investigate alleged terror links involving Turkish national In a developing case that has drawn attention to national security efforts, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has requested a 15-day window to complete an investigation into alleged terror links involving a Turkish national. Court documents indicate that authorities are pursuing leads…
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Kenyan Court Grants 15 Days for Terror Link Investigation of Turkish National
Overview of the Case Kenyan authorities have requested a 15-day extension to conduct a formal investigation into alleged terror links involving a Turkish national, Ahmet Mustafa Gungor. The request comes as the suspect was arrested in the early hours of December 21, 2025, at the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) Nairobi Terminus, shortly after arriving from…