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Iran maintains a network of Shia militias that, despite being weakened, could destabilize the Middle East through attacks on US bases and allies.

The recent exchange of detainees in Sweida has ignited a heated debate among Syrians regarding the treatment of prisoners, especially noting the differences in health and condition of those released by the Syrian government versus armed groups.

The Israeli Army and Palestinian militias in the Gaza Strip resumed fire exchange, escalating violence that has left 32 dead since Tuesday.

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved an anti-faction project that escalates penalties for members of militias and criminal organizations, pending presidential sanction.

The U.S. Congress labels Nigeria as the deadliest place for Christians and calls for urgent policy measures to address insecurity and religious violence.

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.

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.

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

French President Emmanuel Macron calls for restraint ahead of anticipated far-right marches in Lyon, emphasizing that there is no place for militias in France.

United Nations-backed human rights experts report that a campaign by Sudanese rebel militias against non-Arab communities exhibits traits of genocide.

Ethiopian federal authorities accuse Amhara rebel militias of collaborating with Tigrayan rebels as tensions rise in the Tigray region.

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.

A woman was shot and killed during a gun battle between militiamen in the Paciência area of Rio de Janeiro.

The Rafah crossing reopened for limited movement, facilitating the return of Gazans as part of the ceasefire agreement, but the journey involves significant challenges and hardships.

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.

The Rafah crossing, recently opened for limited movement, marks the next phase of a ceasefire agreement as Gazans begin to return to the region.

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.

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

A recent investigative report by Al Jazeera on the assassination of Gaza security leader Ahmed Abd Al-Bari Zamzam, known as 'Abu Al-Majd', has sparked intense discussions on social media regarding the role of local militias supported by Israeli occupation.

A special investigation by Al Jazeera reveals the assassination of resistance leader Ahmad Abdul Bari Zamzam by informants linked to Israeli forces, discussing the involvement of Palestinian militias in Gaza.

The article discusses how the legacy of the brutal Duvalier regime has contributed to the current state of disarray in Haiti, impeding democratic progress due to coups, militias, and gangs.

A Palestinian woman returning to Gaza via the Rafah crossing reported being mistreated and humiliated by Israeli occupation forces, who allegedly collaborated with local militias to intimidate returnees and deter Palestinians abroad from returning to the territory.

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.

Helen Ahmad Ismail, a victim of Kurdish oppression, expresses her relief over the Syrian government's victory over militias, yet feels that justice for her suffering remains distant.

Umm Abdullah, one of the twelve individuals who returned to Gaza from Egypt through the Rafah crossing, reported being interrogated for three hours with her eyes blindfolded by Palestinian militias supported by Israel.

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

Exiled Iranian Nazafarin Pishkoohi reports on the dire situation in Iran, highlighting internet blackouts, armed militias, and thousands of deaths, while stating that only military intervention can overthrow the regime.

The new Syrian government's army has won the battle for Aleppo against Kurdish militias, but the region remains unstable due to ongoing resource conflicts and emerging adversaries.

Iran experiences one of its most severe upheavals in recent history, with ongoing anti-government protests facing increasingly violent repression, resulting in over 500 deaths and more than 10,600 arrests.

The article discusses how Caracas has become a global crossroads for spies, drug traffickers, and Middle Eastern militants, akin to Cuba during the Cold War.

Numerous reports reveal that soldiers in Ethiopia have subjected thousands of women and girls, including children as young as eight, to horrific sexual violence amid a military crackdown on local militias.

Spain has repatriated five fighters from Kurdish militias, highlighting the involvement of former soldiers and anti-system youths in these groups.

The State Department has urged American citizens to leave Venezuela immediately due to severe security risks, including armed militias and roadblocks, raising the travel advisory to the highest level.

The U.S. government has warned its citizens to leave Venezuela immediately due to security threats from armed militias setting up roadblocks and its inability to provide assistance.

Protests in Iran are escalating as the regime tightens its grip by blocking internet access to prevent gatherings, with increased repression including the recruitment of Iraqi Shiite militias amid ongoing economic turmoil and rising inflation.

The Syrian Defense Ministry announced a ceasefire in Aleppo's Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, and Bani Zeid neighborhoods following clashes between government forces and Kurdish-led militias, alongside a curfew in several Kurdish-majority areas.

Venezuela faces instability following the arrest of former President Nicolás Maduro, with armed groups and militias posing significant threats to peace as interim President Delcy Rodríguez takes control.

The Syrian army has reportedly gained control over parts of Aleppo, specifically the Ashrafieh neighborhood, which was previously held by Kurdish militias, amidst ongoing clashes with Kurdish forces.

Turkey has threatened to intervene in Syria as the conflict between government forces and Kurdish militias in Aleppo continues, resulting in at least 14 civilian deaths and widespread displacement.

Syrian troops have attacked two Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo, resulting in nine deaths, hundreds of injuries, and thousands displaced, with some support from Turkish-backed militias.

As protests against the Iranian regime continue for the 12th day, reports indicate the regime is enlisting foreign militias, including Hezbollah and Iraqi groups, to strengthen its security forces.

In Venezuela, armed motorcycle militias are aggressively targeting and punishing individuals who support the removal of Nicolás Maduro following his capture by US forces.

In a bid to consolidate power following a US attack, Venezuelan authorities have deployed armed militias, known as colectivos, to patrol the streets and enforce control through checkpoints and searches.

Saudi Arabia attacked UAE ships carrying weapons destined for Yemeni militias, which led to a directive for UAE forces to withdraw from Yemen and the cancellation of a defense agreement between the two nations.

The article discusses the massacre of thirteen Italian aviators in Kindu, now part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who were mistakenly killed by Congolese militias during a peace mission, as recalled by President Sergio Mattarella in his New Year's address.

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir announced the restart of production at a key oil field despite failed negotiations with Sudan and uncertainties regarding oil exports.