…investigating whether the incidents were linked to foreign-state sabotage or left-wing extremism.In Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said a fire at a factory producing combat drones was a deliberate act of arson and sabotage. Authorities are also investigating another factory fire.NATO said the incidents form part of…

…Niger, Chad, and Cameroon. While the region continues to confront terrorism, violent extremism and transnational organised crime have proven to be domestic disturbances that have found border porosity as a channel for their export to other countries.” The presidency said the security reality is compelling. “The Global…

…taken during the attackThe ministry said the UAE firmly rejects all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism targeting security and stabilityPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The United Arab Emirates has officially condemned a terrorist attack…

…noting that drug trafficking helps fund organised crime, terrorism and violent extremism globally, and that by seizing and destroying such substances, the Agency is strengthening the country's national security architecture. He commended the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and his administration's strategic bac…

…a priority in its latest strategy on African Sahel states, after years of fighting extremism found limited success. Niger, governed by a military junta for three years, has been plagued by jihadist violence and saw a spate of kidnappings of Westerners last year. Wamaps, a collective of journalists in west Africa, said…

…the President said religious leaders had a crucial role to play in confronting violence, extremism and the manipulation of faith for destructive purposes. He urged religious institutions and networks to strengthen advocacy for peace education, religious literacy, scholarship and the moral development of young people. T…

…economic partnerships among countries in the region. He identified terrorism and violent extremism, transnational organised crime, irregular migration, climate change, environmental degradation, humanitarian crises and growing geopolitical competition as major challenges confronting the Sahel. The minister said the cha…

…differences, both blocs face common security threats, including terrorism, violent extremism, insurgency, arms trafficking and other cross-border crimes, particularly in the Sahel and the Gulf of Guinea.

…is an anchor of stability. “Morocco’s steadfast commitment to peace, combating extremism and safeguarding the security of Americans and Moroccans reflects a valuable partnership for the United States,” he said. He added that both countries would deepen cooperation to enhance security in the Sahel region. Trump also ple…

…– Moscow frequently targets political enemies on charges of supporting “terrorism” or “extremism”, including those who have left the country. The FSB alleged Telegram had been used as a recruitment platform for Ukrainian security services looking to coerce Russians to commit sabotage acts and that Durov had not removed…

…is a real danger that this region could become another entrenched theatre of violent extremism,” Gunu pointed out. He expressed fears that political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections could overshadow the worsening security situation, alleging that some elected representatives had remained silent over the c…

…with the Nigerian government and its partners to combat terrorism, counter violent extremism, and ensure that Christians and all Nigerians are able to live and practise their faith freely without fear of violence or persecution. ‘They must be held accountable’ – US govt condemns killing of Dachomo's family members

…urging governments to tackle the underlying socio-economic conditions that fuel violent extremism. "Fighting poverty and vulnerability must therefore remain a common objective in the broader fight against terrorism. Regional actors are working hard to find solutions," he said.He also informed the Security Council that…

…Unit against Money Laundering (SCUML), Mr Harry Erin, said terrorist financing, violent extremism, transnational organised crime and illicit financial flows continue to threaten peace, democratic institutions and economic development across the continent. He stressed that FATF Recommendation 8 does not seek to restrict…

…humanitarian work, peacebuilding, human rights protection and efforts to prevent violent extremism. Saul also said overregulation had led many banks to close the accounts of non-profit organisations or deny them financial services due to concerns about breaching anti-money laundering regulations. “Government over-regul…

…the growing links between drug trafficking and other organised crimes, including violent extremism, banditry, kidnapping and money laundering, saying such networks "prey upon the vulnerabilities within our communities." He stressed that substance use disorders were not merely criminal justice issues but complex health…

…Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) estimated the cumulative economic loss to violent extremism in the North-East alone at $100 billion. We may lose between $150 and $200 billion more if the trend continues. This value, according to the study, is equivalent to a 2.5% contraction of our GDP. This does not include the econo…

…importance of education cannot be overstated. Every skill acquired is a barrier against extremism. Every functioning school is a security investment. Unfortunately, while governments have spent years talking about these challenges, the situation has continued to deteriorate. Politicians have held conferences, issued co…

The drivers of insecurity in Nigeria are multi-dimensional and include poverty, unemployment, illiteracy, weak governance, corruption, ethnicity, religious extremism and marginalisation

…with the West African nation, declaring its rejection of all forms of terrorism, extremism, and violence, regardless of their motives or justifications. Tripoli called for enhanced regional and international fight against the realities, which pose a threat to security and stability across the Sahel region and the entir…

…national security. Nigeria's fight against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and violent extremism has largely been measured […]