terrorist attacks
Coverage of terrorist attacks in the Nexus archive.
- Russia Poses as Ukraine’s Security Service to Recruit Ukrainians for Terror Attacks
The SBU reported that Russian intelligence is impersonating Ukrainian law enforcement to recruit civilians for sabotage and terrorist attacks. Methods include fake summonses, stolen personal data, and blackmail to pressure individuals into illegal activities like arson and surveillance. Dozens of such attempts have been uncovered in 2026.
- US says it supports Pakistan's right to defend itself against 'terrorist attacks'
The U.S. State Department stated support for Pakistan's right to defend itself against terrorist attacks, acknowledging the suffering of the Pakistani people. The statement followed a significant battle between Afghanistan and Pakistan in February.
- Pakistan launches deadly strikes along Afghan border
Pakistan launched deadly strikes along the Afghan border, citing 'recent terrorist attacks against innocent people' as the reason for the military action.
- Nigerian lawmakers approve police overhaul
Nigeria’s Senate approved a constitutional amendment allowing states to establish their own police forces to address a long-standing security crisis marked by terrorist attacks, farmer-herder clashes, and kidnappings. The bill, which will next go to state assemblies and the president, faces criticism over potential political manipulation by state governors.
- The politicisation of security: When insecurity becomes an instrument of political contestation, By Akin Olukiran
Nigeria's insecurity escalates during electoral cycles, with kidnappings, terrorist attacks, and banditry fueling public suspicion of political motives. The article highlights how violence surges near elections, raising concerns about its use as a political instrument.
- Turkish and Syrian officials detain 10 individuals with alleged ISIL ties
Turkish and Syrian officials have detained 10 individuals accused of having ties to ISIL. The arrested individuals are reported to have participated in terrorist attacks in Turkiye, according to officials.
- Violence erupts in Colombia ahead of presidential vote
Twenty-six coordinated terrorist attacks occurred on civilian and military bases in Colombia over the weekend, escalating violence ahead of the presidential vote. The attacks were reported by CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano.
- Warrant Requirement for FBI’s Section 702 Queries Would Impede Investigations, Endanger National Security, Director Says
FBI Director Christopher Wray argued on April 9 that requiring warrants for Section 702 queries would impede the Bureau's ability to gather threat intelligence and prevent terrorist and cyber attacks. Wray contends that such a requirement would hinder national security operations by slowing the FBI's response to potential threats against the United States.