Counterterrorism

IDF, Shin Bet dismantle Hamas terror cell, weapons cache during West Bank counterterrorism op.

During questioning, one of the terrorists revealed the location of a weapons cache, containing an M16 rifle and a large quantity of explosives.

IDF soldiers in the West Bank.
 Illustration of ISIS terrorists.

Yemeni anti-Houthi coalition kills Islamic State's chief spokesperson, state security service says

Members of the Colombian military attend the inauguration of a new unit to address rebel and crime gang activities along its border with Venezuela, in Cucuta, Colombia, October 6, 2021.

Colombia’s new Israel alliance is a strategic blow to Iran and its proxies - opinion

A person holds up a placard outside the Royal Courts of Justice, on the day judges decide whether the co-founder of Palestine Action can challenge the UK government's ban on the group, in London, Britain, September 25, 2025.

US targets Palestine Action in counterterrorism effort against 'far-left' groups


UK counterterror police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe murder

"Following new information and evidence, they (counter-terrorism police) are now leading on the investigation into the horrific murder of Ann Widdecombe," interior minister Shabana Mahmood stated.

Former Conservative Party MP Ann Widdecombe speaks during a rally of the Brexit Party in Peterborough, Britain May 7, 2019.

Syria arrests senior ISIS leader, exposes criminal financing network

According to Syria's Interior Ministry, an investigation found that the ISIS cell financed its activities through assassinations and armed robberies targeting gold merchants in Daraa province.

Suspected ISIS members arrested by Syria's Interior Ministry during a joint security operation with the General Intelligence Service in southern Syria.

Morocco prevents attacks by cell loyal to Islamic State in Sahel

Morocco’s counterterrorism agency said it arrested 10 suspects loyal to Islamic State’s Sahel branch and seized weapons, chemicals, and bomb making equipment.

 Illustration of ISIS terrorists.

Israel Police's Counterterrorism Unit, Shin Bet arrest suspects in northern Israel mosque shooting

Officers from the Israel Police's Counterterrorism Unit (YAMAM) apprehended the suspect, while Shin Bet provided intelligence support to the forces, the statement said.

Police Chief Daniel Levy seen at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City during Jerusalem Day. May 14, 2026.

Scottish counterterrorism police investigating apparent anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh

A 36-year-old Scottish man was arrested following a sequence of threats, robbery, and vandalism. Three of the five victims required hospital treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

Police officers stand guard, ahead of expected arrival of US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, at Lossiemouth, Scotland, Britain, July 28, 2025.

Inside the minds of extremists: Counterterror experts warn antisemitism driving wave of radicalism

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS: Hamas’s October 7 attacks have drawn more young people into a complex conflict environment without the information or analytical tools needed to understand it fully.

Students take part in a pro-Palestinian protest in front of the Israeli Embassy in Brussels, Belgium May 30, 2024.

Hamas takes responsibility, praises reported shooting of IDF officer during West Bank op.

The incident was reported by Israeli public broadcaster KAN News on Sunday morning. According to KAN, the NCO was lightly wounded, but did not provide further details.

A Hamas terrorist pictured in the Gaza Strip, November 2, 2025; illustrative.

IDF strikes over 300 Hezbollah sites, kills five Gaza terrorists, captures 50 suspects in West Bank

In addition, the IDF operated to combat smuggling along Israel's eastern and western borders.

(ILLUSTRATIVE) AN IDF soldier aiming out of a window in southern Lebanon.

IED explosion wounds two IDF soldiers during counterterrorism operation in Jenin

Army Radio reported that IDF forces had been operating in a refugee camp in Jenin. Troops located a suspicious object and picked it up, apparently leading to the explosion.

Israel security forces apprehend five terrorists planning an  imminent terror attack in the Barta'a area near Jenin, November 30, 2025.

Foreign fighters pose integration challenge for Damascus - analysis

Syria’s new government is weighing containment, military incorporation, and security pressure as it seeks to dismantle independent armed networks.

Syrian Public Security Forces drive along a street as they enter the Kurdish-majority city of Qamishli in northeastern Syria on February 3, 2026, under an integration deal with Kurdish authorities.