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The US conducted new airstrikes on Iraqi militia strongholds, prompting retaliatory threats from Iranian-aligned forces.

The Iraqi militia Kata'ib Hezbollah has warned of impending attacks on American bases in retaliation for airstrikes that targeted its forces.

Recent military escalations in Iraq indicate a possible resurgence of the country as a battleground between the US and Iran-backed militia groups.

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro has selected a mayor known for appointing convicted militia members to join his Senate campaign team in Rio de Janeiro.

At least 25 members of a local militia were killed in an attack attributed to armed 'terrorist' groups near the Niger-Mali border.

The article discusses the enduring popularity of the Polish TV series '07 zgłoś się' and its dedicated fan base, highlighting an annual gathering of fans.

Four military police officers were arrested on suspicion of involvement in a militia in Bahia, Brazil, during an operation investigating organized criminal activities.

In 2025, the South China Sea experienced an unprecedented Chinese naval presence with an average of 241 operational ships daily, reflecting a clear strategy by Beijing.

A reader discusses Marielle Franco's fight against organized crime and the implications of her murder in Brazil.

Clashes erupted in Sweida, southern Syria, as an armed group attempted to free a hostage held by a local militia, amid reports of American mediation for a hostage exchange.

Iran's foreign minister and a U.S. envoy are set to meet to discuss the potential for preventing war over Iran's nuclear program and its support for militia groups.

At least 28 people have been killed in a recent offensive by the RSF militia in Sudan against the city of Misteriha, North Darfur.

A US report reveals that Chinese maritime militia deployments in the South China Sea reached an average of 241 vessels per day in 2025, marking a new record amidst decreasing involvement of civilian fishing fleets.

A Syrian security element was killed and militia leaders were neutralized during clashes in the countryside of Latakia.

Sudan's army leader, Abdel Fattah Burhan, vows to continue military action against what he calls a rogue militia, while the Rapid Support Forces carry out an aggressive attack in North Darfur, resulting in casualties and destruction.

Russian authorities are enforcing a curriculum in occupied Ukrainian territories that indoctrinates children with loyalty to the Russian state, affecting over 582,000 students.

In Liberia, authorities express concern over the emergence of a Fulani self-defense group called the 'National Fula Security of Liberia,' prompting an inquiry by the legislature.

Students in Iran have protested for a second consecutive day, facing violent crackdowns from security forces.

Pakistan has stated that it conducted airstrikes against militia targets in Afghanistan in response to recent suicide bombings attributed to fighters operating from Afghan territory.

University students in Tehran protested on campus to commemorate the 40th day since the deaths of individuals killed during January protests, resulting in clashes with Basij militia.

New protests against the Iranian regime have erupted at Tehran's Sharif University as students clash with Basij militia.

A man suspected of being part of a militia in Rio de Janeiro was arrested while asleep at a hideout in Maricá.

A UN report indicates that the RSF militia's takeover of Al-Fashir in Sudan shows signs of genocide and serious war crimes have been committed.

Independent UN experts have concluded that the extreme violence committed by the RSF militia against civilians in Sudan's Al Fashir bears the hallmarks of genocide, targeting particularly non-Arab ethnic groups.

The Liberian Government has ordered a ban on the activities of the Fula militia group, claiming it was formed illegally without necessary governmental approval.

The rise of a self-styled Fula militia in Liberia raises concerns over national security and ethnic tensions.

The article discusses the ongoing struggle between state authority and militia groups in Sudan and Yemen, highlighting the implications for Arab unity and governance.

Militia attacks on three villages have resulted in the deaths of over 45 individuals this year.

A UN report accuses the RSF militia in Sudan of committing war crimes and possible crimes against humanity in El Fasher.

The arrest of Swedish gang leader Ismail Abdo by Turkish police has created a leadership vacuum in the Rumba network, with no apparent successor emerging months later, according to Swedish authorities.

Residents of Catiri in Bangu, Rio de Janeiro are facing extortion by armed militia members who charge weekly fees ranging from R$ 50 to R$ 500.

Israel has authorized the Abu Shabab militia to inspect travelers at the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt amid ongoing tensions.

Diego Luccas Pereira, known as 'Playboy', identified as the leader of a militia in Rio das Pedras, was arrested while being a fugitive from justice.

The Wazalendo militia, operating in eastern DRC, is both praised for its bravery in fighting rebels and accused of committing abuses against civilians.

Militia leader Diego Luccas Pereira, known as Playboy, has been arrested in Iguaba Grande, Brazil, following a warrant issued by the Rio de Janeiro Public Prosecutor's Office.

The article explores how Israel manages and promotes the activities of militias in Rafah, depicting them as heroic through manipulation of social media and military operations.

A shooting attack in a bar in Nova Iguaçu, Brazil, resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including the son of a local newspaper owner and a businessman believed to be the target of the assault.

Brazilian authorities are investigating whether a recent bar shooting, which left six people dead in Nova Iguaçu, is linked to ongoing militia conflicts in the region.

The article discusses allegations that Trump plans to manipulate the upcoming elections, highlighting the role of the ICE as a political militia.

An Al Jazeera investigation highlights Israel's pattern of recruiting local militias in Gaza and abandoning them once operations become compromised.

The Secretary of Social Development in São José do Rio Preto, Sandra Reis, urged city officials to form an online 'militia' to promote positive news about Mayor Coronel Fábio Candido's administration, sparking widespread criticism on social media.

Police in Rio de Janeiro arrested six suspects linked to a militia's financial operations in Rio das Pedras during an operation aimed at crippling the group's illegal activities.

The Secretary of Social Development in São José do Rio Preto, Sandra Reis, urged city employees via a WhatsApp audio message to form a militia aimed at promoting positive news about Mayor Coronel Fábio Candido's administration amidst criticism over rising property taxes.

A recent police operation against a group aiming to become an armed militia highlights the rise and normalization of hate speech since the ultra-nationalist Chega party emerged in 2019.

Al Jazeera's new episode uncovers the names and training locations of armed militia members collaborating with the Israeli army in Gaza.

Famine has spread to two additional areas in Darfur, Sudan, as reported by UN-supported hunger experts, following the RSF militia's takeover of Al Fashir, which caused mass displacement of residents.

Famine has expanded to two new areas in North Darfur, Sudan, following the RSF militia's takeover of El Fasher, displacing many residents.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the second son of Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, was reportedly killed in armed clashes in Zintan, Libya, before he could face an international court for crimes against humanity.

Saif al-Islam Gheddafi has been reported killed in Libya, with conflicting accounts surrounding the circumstances of his death during militia clashes.

Hapag-Lloyd resumes operations in the Red Sea after more than two years of suspension due to Houthi militia attacks, taking precautions and forming alliances for its journeys.