Somalia: Somali Forces Kill Four Al-Shabaab Militants in Hiraan Ambush
Somali government forces killed four Al-Shabaab militants in a preemptive ambush in the Hiraan region, thwarting an attack on civilian transport.
ABC to air Four Corners episode on Bondi terror attack despite Asio claim of ‘significant errors of fact’
The ABC's Four Corners will air an investigation into the Bondi terror attack despite Asio's preemptive claim of factual errors in the episode.
Washington Post: Israel and Iran Exchange Secret Assurances via Russia
The Washington Post reports that Israel and Iran communicated reassurances through a Russian intermediary in late December, confirming they do not intend to launch a preemptive attack on each other.
Iranian military leader threatens preemptive attack after Trump comments
Iran's military chief warns of possible preemptive strikes in response to U.S. President Trump's comments about potential American intervention due to Iran's handling of ongoing protests.
Iran threatens to launch a 'preemptive attack' on Israel in response to US threats
Iran has threatened to carry out a 'preemptive attack' against Israel amid pressure from the US following protests that resulted in 35 deaths and 1,200 arrests, according to human rights organizations.