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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Havana says four gunmen killed on US speedboat were trying to 'infiltrate' Cuba

Cuba reported that four gunmen were killed and six others wounded when the coastguard engaged a Florida-registered speedboat believed to be attempting to infiltrate the country for terrorist purposes.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

Latvian living in Mexico: Gunmen on motorcycles pulled people out of cars and set them on fire

A Latvian resident in Mexico reported violent chaos in a tourist city where gunmen attacked people and vehicles following the killing of a cartel leader.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Protest rocks Ondo as gunmen kidnap worshippers during vigil

Residents in Ondo State protested for hours after gunmen kidnapped worshippers during a church vigil, highlighting growing concerns over security in the area.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gunmen kill Edo chief, abduct two daughters

Gunmen in Edo State, Nigeria, killed a traditional chief and abducted his two daughters, prompting community leaders to discuss security measures.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Cuban coast guard kills 4 gunmen on US-flagged speedboat

The Cuban coast guard killed four gunmen aboard a US-flagged speedboat after they reportedly opened fire during an intercept operation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Cuba says border guards killed four gunmen on US-registered speedboat

Cuban border guards killed four gunmen on a US-registered speedboat amid heightened tensions with the US, according to the Cuban Interior Ministry.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gunmen kill Edo chief, abduct daughters

A chief in Edo State, Nigeria, was murdered by gunmen, who also abducted his two daughters during the attack.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Gunmen abduct six worshippers in Ondo church

Six worshippers were abducted by gunmen from a celestial church in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria, in the early hours of February 25.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Gunmen Shoot At Former Presidential Candidate Peter Obi

Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate in Nigeria, was shot at by unidentified gunmen while traveling to a residence in Edo State but escaped unharmed.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO shows despair and chaos at Guadalajara airport in Mexico after gun attack

Videos recorded at Guadalajara International Airport captured the panic among passengers and staff following a shooting incident allegedly involving gunmen connected to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Airport shooting as armed gunmen open fire after drug lord El Mencho killed

A chaotic scene unfolded at Guadalajara International Airport as armed members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel reportedly opened fire following the death of their leader, drug lord El Mencho.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Plateau MACBAN says gunmen kill two herders in fresh attack

Herders in Plateau State, Nigeria, demand justice following the killings of two teenage herders by gunmen.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gunmen kill three herders in Plateau

Three herders were killed by gunmen in Plateau State, Nigeria, during an ambush after attending a community religious meeting.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Gunmen kill dozens in Nigeria

Armed Islamist bandits attacked communities in Kebbi state, Nigeria, resulting in at least 34 fatalities during coordinated raids.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Dozens Killed in Attacks on 3 Villages

A series of gunmen attacks on three villages in northwestern Nigeria resulted in at least 30 deaths and several missing persons.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:13 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Nigeria's central region sees another armed attack, at least 46 dead

Gunmen attacked three villages in Nigeria's central region, resulting in the deaths of at least 46 people.

Feb 15 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

More than 30 killed as gunmen attack communities in northern Nigeria

Over 30 people have been killed during coordinated attacks on northern Nigeria communities by armed gunmen.

Feb 14 โ€ข 22:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Dozens dead in attacks in Western Nigeria

At least 46 people were killed in attacks by gunmen on three villages in Niger State, Nigeria, according to humanitarian sources.

Feb 14 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

1 year and 6 months old child shot dead at home in Cearรก; parents were injured in the shooting

A 1.5-year-old child was killed and his parents injured when gunmen invaded their home in Iracema, Cearรก.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Thailand school shooting as students and teachers taken hostage

Gunmen have taken teachers and pupils hostage at a school in Hat Yai, Thailand, amidst chaotic scenes as police respond to the incident.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Owo church massacre: Amotekun officer identifies second defendant as gunman

An Amotekun officer testified in court about identifying one of the gunmen involved in the 2022 Owo church massacre during a confrontation shortly after the attack.

Feb 11 โ€ข 01:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

An Armed Robbery Captured on Video in Italy: Gunmen Blasted a Car on the Highway

An audacious armed robbery on an Italian highway involving fake police and explosive tactics was captured on video.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Abductors of Osun residents demand N100 million ransom

Gunmen in Osun State, Nigeria, have demanded a ransom of N100 million for the release of two locals they abducted during an armed attack.

Feb 9 โ€ข 17:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Breaking: Israeli army spokesman: We eliminated 4 gunmen who came out of a tunnel east of Rafah and fired at our forces

The Israeli army claims to have killed four Palestinian gunmen who allegedly opened fire at its troops near Rafah, amid continued violations of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gunmen abduct three children in Ebonyi

Three children have been abducted by gunmen in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, escalating concerns about child safety in the area.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gunmen kill Anambra community leader, one other

A community leader in Anambra State, Nigeria, has been killed by suspected cultists in a retaliatory attack following the death of their leader.

Feb 7 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'Gunmen' of Instagram and Facebook are on Delhi Police's radar, 67 arrested

In a significant crackdown on rising gun culture and crime facilitated through social media, Delhi Police arrested 67 individuals during 'Operation Shastra', targeting those who showcase weapons on platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.

Feb 7 โ€ข 01:42 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Thousands attend funeral of slain son of Muammar Gaddafi

Thousands gathered in Bani Walid for the funeral of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, who was killed by gunmen in Zintan.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Cultists behead youth president, kill aide in Rivers

Gunmen, believed to be cultists, have murdered the President of the Omoku Youth Federation, Ifeanyi Azuazu, and his aide, Chigozie Oluwu, in Rivers State.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Hundreds of Libyans show support for slain son of Muammar Gaddafi

Hundreds of Libyans rallied to support Seif al-Islam Gaddafi ahead of his funeral following his assassination by unidentified gunmen.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 6, 2026

All worshippers abducted from churches in Kurmin Wali, Kaduna state, Nigeria, were freed weeks after their kidnapping by gunmen during January services.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 6, 2026

All worshippers abducted from churches in Kurmin Wali, Kaduna state, Nigeria, have been released over two weeks after their capture by gunmen.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
Crime & Justice

Nigeria: Kwara state massacre survivors terrorised, death toll at 162

In a violent attack in Woro village, Kwara State, Nigeria, gunmen killed 162 people, leading to heightened security measures and ongoing terror among the local residents.

Feb 5 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Abbas condemns Kwara, Benue killings, urges action against gunmen

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has denounced the recent killings in Kwara and Benue states that have resulted in numerous innocent civilian deaths and called for action from security agencies.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Two violent attacks in Las Malvinas leave three dead and several wounded

A violent night in Las Malvinas, southern Guayaquil, resulted in three deaths and several injuries from two separate attacks by gunmen on tricycles.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Red Cross confirms 162 deaths in Kwara massacre

At least 162 people were killed by gunmen in a recent attack in Kwara state, Nigeria, according to a Red Cross official, marking one of the deadliest assaults in the area in recent months.

Feb 5 โ€ข 09:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gunmen kill more than 190 people in massacre in northern Nigeria

More than 190 people were killed by gunmen in attacks on remote villages in central and northern Nigeria, prompting military and police operations in the area to pursue the criminals and search for survivors.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Dozens die in Nigeria's deadliest attack in months

In a suspected extremist attack in Nigeria's Kwara State, gunmen set fire to shops and homes, resulting in numerous fatalities.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Gunmen kidnap nursing mother, six children in Edo, demand N260m ransom

In Edo State, gunmen have kidnapped a nursing mother and six children, demanding a ransom of N260 million for their release.

Feb 4 โ€ข 18:39 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
Crime & Justice

Death toll in attack by gunmen in Nigeria rises to at least 160

The death toll from a gunman attack in Nigeria's Kwara state has risen to at least 162, making it one of the deadliest incidents in recent months according to the Red Cross.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
Crime & Justice

'More than 170' killed in suspected Islamist attack in Nigeria

Over 170 individuals were reportedly executed by gunmen in a violent attack on the village of Woro, Nigeria, marking one of the deadliest incidents of the year amidst ongoing sectarian violence.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

At least 162 dead after gunmen storm Nigerian village

Gunmen have killed at least 162 people in a raid on a village in Nigeria's Kwara state, leaving the local traditional king missing and marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent months amid ongoing violence from armed gangs and jihadist groups.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
Crime & Justice

Gunmen have killed at least 162 people in west Nigeria attack, says Red Cross

At least 162 people were killed in an attack by gunmen in a village in Kwara state, Nigeria, marking one of the deadliest assaults in recent months as the country faces multiple security crises.

Feb 4 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Son of former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi shot dead

Saif al Islam Gaddafi, the son of Libya's late dictator Muammar Gaddafi, was shot dead by gunmen during a confrontation at his home.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Saif al-Islam, son of Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, shot dead

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi and once one of the country's most powerful figures, was shot dead by unknown gunmen, escalating political turmoil in Libya.

Feb 4 โ€ข 02:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Gunmen kill son of ex-Libya president Gaddafi

Seif al-Islam Kadhafi, son of the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed by gunmen at his home, according to reports from his adviser and family.

Feb 3 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Gunmen attack the house of the mayor of Banderilla in Veracruz; no injuries reported

In Veracruz, Banderilla's Mayor Josรฉ Antonio San Gabriel Fernรกndez was the target of a gun attack on his home, but fortunately, no injuries or fatalities occurred.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Manhunt begins for abductors of two Osun residents

Security forces are searching for the gunmen who abducted two residents from Ora-Igbomina in Osun State during a home invasion.

Feb 3 โ€ข 00:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Crime & Justice

Again, gunmen strike in Osun community, abduct two

In the Osun community of Ora-Igbomina, two residents have been abducted by unidentified gunmen late at night, marking a repeat incident following a previous abduction of an ex-Customs officer.

Feb 2 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Islamic State claims Niger airport attack

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niger's capital, which involved gunmen opening fire on an Air Force base.

Feb 2 โ€ข 09:38 UTC

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