Jihadist prisoner release secures fuel convoy truce in Mali
In Mali, over 100 suspected jihadists were released as part of a deal to ensure safe passage for fuel convoys amidst a crippling fuel shortage in Bamako.
Mali: more than a hundred presumed jihadists released in exchange for a ceasefire on the fuel embargo
In Mali, over a hundred presumed jihadists have been released in exchange for a truce regarding the fuel embargo impacting the local economy.
Mali frees 100 jihadists in deal to stop attacks on fuel trucks
Mali has released over 100 suspected jihadists as part of an agreement to halt attacks on fuel convoys essential for the country.
In Mali, Eid al-Fitr Celebrated with Gloom
This year's Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Mali are overshadowed by fuel shortages caused by an embargo from jihadist groups, affecting the overall festive atmosphere.
Suspected jihadists attack village in Burkina Faso, killing at least 12
A jihadist attack in Burkina Faso's Dourtenga village led to the deaths of at least 12 people, predominantly volunteer defenders.
Northern Nigeria: after years of calm, jihadists attacked Maiduguri city
Suspected jihadists attacked a military post near Maiduguri, Nigeria, marking a return to violence in the area after years of stability.
Algeria: the army announces it has lost three soldiers and killed seven jihadists
The Algerian army reported the deaths of three soldiers and the killing of seven jihadists during an operation against terrorism in the east of the country.
At least 38 civilians killed in Burkina Faso in wave of JNIM attacks
Violence in Burkina Faso has surged as JNIM-linked jihadists kill at least 38 civilians and kidnap nine women, highlighting the escalating security crisis in the region.
At least 65 Nigerian soldiers killed in jihadist raids in country’s north-east
Recently, at least 65 Nigerian soldiers have been killed during jihadist attacks in the country's north-east, exacerbating the ongoing security crisis in the region.
Niger: Army repels attack on Tahoua drone base
The Nigerien army successfully repelled an attack on a military drone base in Tahoua, leaving several soldiers injured and assailants dead.
Niger: Terrorist Groups Attack the Important City of Tahoua for the First Time
For the first time, terrorist groups have attacked the significant city of Tahoua in Niger, targeting military bases with automatic weapon fire.
Two alleged jihadists with martial arts expertise arrested in Madrid
Two individuals with martial arts training were detained in Madrid for suspected radical Islamist activities.
15 soldiers killed in jihadist attack in northern Benin
Fifteen soldiers were killed in a jihadist attack on an army base in northern Benin, an event claimed by Al-Qaeda-linked group JNIM.
"They followed the Islamic State to the end, often with their children": these "ultra-radicalized" jihadist women soon to face French justice
Twenty-two ultra-radicalized women who joined the Islamic State will soon be tried in France for their involvement in terrorism.
West African states to create new force to fight jihadists in region
West African states are establishing a new military force to combat jihadism and insecurity in the region, aiming to mobilize approximately 2,000 troops.
ECOWAS activates its 'Standby Force': 'We need a minimum of cooperation to enhance the project'
ECOWAS has announced the activation of a 2,000-strong Standby Force to combat jihadist groups primarily in the Sahel region.
Niger: 25 members of a self-defense group killed by the Islamic State in the Tillabéry region
Twenty-five members of a self-defense group in Niger were killed by the Islamic State during an ambush in the Tillabéry region.
The Mutating Profile of Jihadism in Spain
A recent report reveals that the profile of jihadists in Spain is increasingly diverse, with significant changes in age, gender, and nationality among those arrested.
Former Tunisian PM jailed for 24 years for aiding jihadists to travel to Syria
Former Tunisian Prime Minister Ali Larayedh has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for facilitating the travel of jihadists to Syria during the Syrian conflict.
East of Senegal: local vigilance to protect against jihadists [4/5]
This article discusses the local vigilance in eastern Senegal to guard against the rising threat of jihadism in the region, particularly due to recent attacks in neighboring Mali.
Relatives of jihadists flee en masse from the Holas camp
Relatives of ISIS fighters have fled in large numbers from the Holas camp in northeastern Syria following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces.
Syria admits that thousands of jihadists have fled
Syria has confirmed that thousands of families of ISIS terrorists have escaped from the al-Hol camp amid a chaotic withdrawal by Kurdish-led SDF forces.
Syria confirmed that many jihadist relatives escaped from the al-Hol camp
Syria has confirmed that numerous relatives of jihadists have escaped from the al-Hol camp following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces managing the facility.
Syria confirms mass escape of suspected Islamic State jihadists' relatives from detention camp
Syria's interior ministry confirmed the mass escape of thousands of relatives of suspected Islamic State jihadists from the al-Hol detention camp after the withdrawal of Kurdish forces.
Syria confirms mass escapes of ISIS jihadists' family members from the Al-Hol camp
Syria's Interior Ministry has confirmed that there were mass escapes of ISIS family members from the Al-Hol camp following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces.
Syria confirms mass escape from the IS camp al-Hol
Syria's interior ministry has confirmed a mass escape of relatives of suspected jihadists from the al-Hol camp, which occurred following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces that were overseeing the facility.
Syria: After the Kurdish Withdrawal from the al-Hol Camp, the Interior Ministry Confirms 'Mass Escapes' of Relatives of Jihadists
The Syrian Interior Ministry reports mass escapes from the al-Hol camp following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces, raising concerns about the implications for regional security.
Nigeria: schoolchildren released against a 'huge' ransom to Boko Haram jihadists
Authorities in Nigeria reportedly paid a large ransom for the release of 230 schoolchildren kidnapped by Boko Haram, highlighting ongoing security and governance challenges in the region.
Syria dismantles the largest camp for ISIS women after a massive escape
Syria has dismantled the Al Hol camp, allowing the escape of at least 16,000 jihadists and their children amidst control changes between Damascus troops and Kurdish militias.
Sources to AFP: US troops will leave Syria within a month
US forces leading the coalition against jihadists in Syria have begun withdrawing troops and will complete the process within a month, according to three sources.
Syria closes infamous IS camp al-Hol
Syria has closed the notorious al-Hol camp after emptying it of detainees, according to government officials.
Dozens dead in jihadist attack on paramilitary forces in Burkina Faso
A jihadist assault on a paramilitary base in eastern Burkina Faso has resulted in dozens of fatalities, according to local security sources.
Nigeria: Dozens dead from jihadist attacks in 7 villages
Dozens of people died when jihadists from the Lakouraoua organization attacked seven villages in Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
The network of the 'Jeune garde' between the gyms of Naples and anthems to the jihadists of Boko Haram. Thus, red extremism has united with radical Islam
The article discusses the connections between the Jeune garde, a radical leftist group, and jihadist elements in Naples, highlighting their activities and implications for violence and extremism in Italy.
SZ in the Evening: News from February 18, 2026
A cyberattack disrupted the Deutsche Bahn's app and website, while reports reveal the transfer of German jihadists to Iraq and speculation arises about an early resignation of ECB president Christine Lagarde.
IS: German Jihadists Should Be Tried Where the Victims Are
The article argues that German jihadists who participated in atrocities abroad should be prosecuted in the regions where those crimes occurred, rather than being returned to Germany for trial.
Transfer of IS Prisoners: Are German Jihadists Facing the Death Penalty?
The article discusses the imminent legal fates of German jihadists detained in Syria as they are transferred to Iraq for trial, where they may face severe sentences, including the death penalty.
ISWAP raid kills eight Nigerian soldiers as jihadist attacks intensify in northeast
A raid by ISWAP jihadists resulted in the deaths of eight Nigerian soldiers and injuries to 23 others in northeast Nigeria.
Nigeria: a hundred American soldiers have arrived in the northeast of the country
Approximately one hundred American soldiers have arrived in Bauchi, Nigeria, to assist in military operations against jihadist groups.
Syria: Authorities announced the transfer of the remaining family members of jihadists at the Al-Hol camp
Syrian authorities have begun transferring remaining family members of jihadists from the Al-Hol camp to a new location in northern Syria.
Syria: Authorities Evacuate Camp of Relatives of Al-Hol Jihadists
Syrian authorities have initiated the evacuation of the al-Hol camp, which houses families of ISIS jihadists, amidst reports of thousands of individuals going missing since the camp came under government control.
Burkina Faso: Ten civilians killed in jihadist attack on market
Ten civilians, including seven Ghanaians, were killed in a jihadist attack in northern Burkina Faso over the weekend, with the military announcing they repelled the attackers.
Syria: Kurdish authorities release 34 Australians linked to Islamic State jihadists
Kurdish authorities in Syria have released 34 Australians, related to Islamic State jihadists, who were detained in the Roj camp.
Britain: Two jihadists sentenced to long imprisonment, planned terrorist attack against Manchester's Jewish community
Two men have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for plotting a terrorist attack against the Jewish community in Manchester, England, with prosecutors warning that their plans could have led to a high casualty count.
United States transfers 5,700 ISIS jihadists from Syria to Iraq
The U.S. has completed the transfer of over 5,700 ISIS fighters from Syria to Iraq as part of an agreement between Damascus and Kurdish militias.
The US has handed over the last ISIS jihadists to Iraq
The US has successfully completed a mission transferring over 5,700 ISIS fighters from detention facilities in Syria to prisons in Iraq, as part of a larger security strategy to ensure their safety.
Nigeria: jihadist fighters exploit 'state absence' and infiltrate the country
Jihadist fighters in Nigeria are taking advantage of the government's absence in various regions, prompting President Bola Tinubu to deploy military battalions following a deadly attack that left at least 160 dead.
Jihadist School in Melilla: 'We Are Soldiers of Allah!'
A video reveals a young boy from Melilla expressing his desire for jihad, showcasing disturbing indoctrination in a school led by two now-convicted jihadists.
Sadiku: Unmasking terrorist leader behind Kwara massacre
The massacre in Woro, Kwara State, which resulted in the deaths of 176 residents, was orchestrated by terrorist leader Abubakar Saidu, highlighting failures in the country's security measures against jihadist expansion.
Survivors of deadly attack on villages in Nigeria left reeling
A deadly attack by suspected jihadists in Nigeria's Kwara State resulted in the deaths of 170 villagers, leaving survivors in shock and devastation.