Counterterrorism News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Encounter breaks out in J&K's Kulgam district
Srinagar, April 23: A gunfight between the security forces and the terrorists has broken out in J&K's Kulgam district on Wednesday, hours after two terrorists were killed as the Indian Army foiled an infiltration bid on the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of Baramulla district.
Vance calls PM Modi, says US ready to provide 'all assistance' in joint fight against terrorism
New Delhi, April 23: US Vice-President, currently visiting India, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday afternoon to strongly condemn the Pahalgam terror attack and convey that the United States is ready to provide "all assistance" in the joint fight against terrorism.
14 militants of banned outfits held in Manipur; arms, ammunition recovered
Imphal, April 16: Manipur Police arrested 14 militants of different outfits and recovered arms, ammunition, cash, incriminating documents from their possession in the last 24 hours, officials said on Wednesday.
AU mission vows to intensify security in Somalia
Mogadishu, April 13: The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) on Saturday pledged to work closely with the Somali government to strengthen stabilisation efforts.
US hails Rana's extradition, says 'long sought justice' for 26/11 victims
Washington, April 11: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday hailed the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana - a key conspirator in the deadly 2008 Mumbai terror attacks - to India, stating that Washington and New Delhi have "long sought justice" for the 26/11 victims.
US-India continue to work to combat global scourge of terrorism: US Department of State
Washington DC, April 11: The US State Department on Thursday (local time) reiterated its commitment to combating global terrorism in collaboration with India after the US extradited Tahawwur Rana, the key conspirator in the deadly 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, to India to "face justice" for his involvement in the attacks.
Tahawwur Rana's extradition big success for India under PM Modi's leadership, says Union Minister
New Delhi, April 9: The long-awaited extradition of Tahawwur Rana, one of the key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, is a major achievement for the country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said Union Minister Shantanu Thakur on Wednesday
US, Pak hold first phone call to discuss counterterrorism cooperation
Islamabad, April 8: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed ways to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation between the two countries in their first telephone conversation. A key focus of the discussion was the return of US military equipment that was left behind in Afghanistan following the withdrawal in 2021.
HM Amit Shah arrives on three-day J&K visit
Jammu, April 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived here on Sunday to begin his three-day-long packed schedule visit to J&K.
US Senior South Asia official visiting Pakistan will 'underscore' counterterrorism
New York, April 6: US President Donald Trump's administration is sending a senior State Department official to Pakistan to “underscore” counterterrorism cooperation while looking at promoting economic ties.
Experts from EU and India discuss strategies to counter violent extremism
New Delhi, March 19: The European Union (EU) convened a technical workshop in New Delhi today on preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE), held on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue. Organised in cooperation with the Embassy of the Netherlands, the event was opened by EU Ambassador to India Herve Delphin.
ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that ASEAN is committed to promote a 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation and violent extremism to disrupt terror financing networks.
Israel's FM meets with Ethiopian counterpart in Jerusalem
Tel Aviv, March 13: Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hosted Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timotheos in Jerusalem, on his first visit to Israel.
The Third Eye: Indo-US strategic friendship will remain on an even keel under Trump
N: ew Delhi: India has done well to adopt a cautious and balanced approach to the unfolding policy framework of US President Donald Trump, who has a reputation of being unpredictable, reactive and autocratic in his responses.
Israeli Forces Dismantle Weapons Depot, Explosives Laboratories in Tulkarem
Tel Aviv, March 7: Israeli soldiers uncovered and destroyed a weapons depot and multiple improvised laboratories for explosives and drone production, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday.
Israeli forces eliminate 25 terrorists, arrest 350 in February crackdown
Jerusalem, March 2: Security forces intensified their operations in Judea and Samaria, eliminating approximately 25 terrorists and arresting 350 wanted individuals during the month of February, the Israel Defense Forces said on Sunday.
J-K: Officials hold review security situation in Ganderbal
Ganderbal, February 23: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Central Kashmir, Rajiv Pandey, and DIG CRPF Ops North Range Srinagar, Sudhir Kumar reviewed the joint operational competence of Special Operations Group (SOG) Ganderbal and CRPF on Saturday, a release stated.
Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI Director after 51-49 votes
Washington DC, February 21: Kash Patel, an ally of President Donald Trump, was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), according to NBC News.
Two suspicious objects detected in J&K's Shopian, Tral
Srinagar, Feb 18: Security forces detected two suspicious objects on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian and Tral areas, officials said here.
Big 'strategic' and 'diplomatic' success for India under PM Modi: Tarun Chugh on Tahawwur Rana's extradition
New Delhi, February 14: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tarun Chugh on Friday said that the approval of the extradition by United States President Donald Trump of Tahwwur Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai attack accused, was a big strategic and diplomatic success for India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Israeli Special Forces operating in Jenin
Tel Aviv, January 28: As a counterterror operation in Jenin entered its second week on Tuesday, the Israel Defense Forces released footage of soldiers from the Commando Brigade.
Israeli forces kill 15 terrorists, uncover bomb arsenal in jenin raid
Tel Aviv, January 27: Israeli security forces eliminated 15 Palestinian terrorists and arrested 40 wanted suspects in the Jenin refugee camp, the Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) said on Monday as an ongoing counterterror operation neared the end of its first week.
India, Italy strengthen cooperation on counterterrorism, organised crime at 5th JWF meet
Rome, January 19: India and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora against terrorism and organised crime during the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
Surya Kiran: Indo-Nepal joint military ex focuses on urban warfare, jungle survival
Saljhandi, January 10: The 18th edition of the Indo-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran, currently underway in Nepal, highlights the robust partnership between the Indian and Nepalese armies.
Yunus government in Bangladesh set to acquit terrorist desperately wanted by US
Dhaka, Jan 7: In yet another controversial move to embolden radical elements in the country, the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh has reportedly set in motion the process to acquit Syed Zia-ul Haque, a sacked Major of the Bangladesh Army who is linked to Al Qaeda and is desperately wanted by the United States.
Indo-Nepal joint exercise Surya Kiran showcases military cooperation
Saljhandi, January 6: The 18th Indo-Nepal Joint Military Exercise, Surya Kiran, is currently underway at Saljhandi in Nepal. Running from December 31 to January 13, the exercise strengthens the partnership between the Indian and Nepalese Armies, providing a platform for both to exchange best practices and sharpen operational skills.