Recent news surrounding the Islamic State (ISIS) has been marked by a series of violent incidents and calls for policy changes. Notably, a New Orleans attack on New Year’s Day, where a driver inspired by ISIS killed 14 pedestrians, highlighted the ongoing threat posed by individuals radicalized online. Additionally, Abu Mohammed al-Golani, a prominent figure within the group, has urged Western nations to lift sanctions on Syria and reconsider the designation of his organization as a terrorist entity. These events underscore the persistent influence of ISIS and its ideology, even as the group has lost significant territorial control.
Islamic State, also known as ISIS or ISIL, emerged in the early 2000s as an offshoot of al-Qaeda in Iraq. It gained global notoriety in 2014 when it declared a caliphate across parts of Iraq and Syria, implementing a strict interpretation of Islamic law. The group is known for its brutal tactics, including mass executions, sexual slavery, and terrorist attacks worldwide. Although it has lost most of its territorial holdings since then, ISIS continues to inspire and direct acts of violence through its propaganda and online presence, posing a continuing challenge to global security.
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On Christmas Day, over 6,000 inmates escaped from Maputo's central prison during violent protests following the confirmation of the ruling Frelimo party's election victory. The unrest has resulted in at least 33 deaths and ongoing violence, raising concerns about public safety and political stability in Mozambique.
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On January 1, 2025, two deadly attacks occurred in New Orleans and Las Vegas, involving vehicles and resulting in multiple fatalities. Shamsud-Din Jabbar, an Army veteran, drove into a crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 15. Matthew Livelsberger, another veteran, died in a Tesla explosion in Las Vegas. Investigations are ongoing.
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On January 1, 2025, Shamsud-Din Jabbar drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring 30. The FBI found evidence of premeditation, including bomb-making materials and videos expressing support for ISIS. Jabbar was killed in a shootout with police shortly after the attack.
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On New Year's Day, a truck attack in New Orleans killed 14 people and injured many others. The assailant, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was an Army veteran who expressed allegiance to ISIS. Investigations reveal failures in public safety measures, including the absence of protective barriers that could have prevented the tragedy.
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Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old Army veteran, used generative AI to plan a bombing involving a Tesla Cybertruck outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas. The incident resulted in minor injuries to seven people. Livelsberger died by suicide just before the explosion, leaving behind notes expressing his grievances about societal issues.
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Following a deadly vehicle-ramming attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day, U.S. law enforcement agencies are on high alert for potential copycat incidents. The FBI has linked the attacker, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, to ISIS, raising concerns about the ease of executing such attacks.
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The investigation into the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, where Shamsud-Din Jabbar killed 14 people and injured about 30, is ongoing. Authorities discovered bomb-making materials at Jabbar's rental home and a cooler containing sulfuric acid. The FBI is examining his ties to ISIS and how he executed the attack using improvised explosives.
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The FBI has revealed new details about Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who killed 14 people in a New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Investigators uncovered Jabbar's extremist motivations, internet searches, and prior trips to the city, raising concerns about homegrown terrorism and the effectiveness of monitoring systems.
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Edward Pettifer, 31, was among 14 victims killed in a New Year's Day vehicle attack in New Orleans. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism, with the suspect identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who reportedly had ties to ISIS. The attack has raised concerns about security and potential copycat incidents.
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As the U.S. prepares for a leadership change, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced a $500 million military aid package for Ukraine during the 25th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Germany. Concerns grow over future support under President-elect Donald Trump, who has expressed skepticism about ongoing military assistance.
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President Biden will visit New Orleans on January 8, 2025, to console families affected by a New Year's Day terror attack that killed 14 people. The attacker, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was inspired by the Islamic State and acted alone, according to federal authorities. Investigations into his background and potential associates continue.
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President Biden is set to visit New Orleans, where a truck attack on New Year's Day killed 14 and injured 30. This visit, likely his last as president, aims to console victims' families. The attacker, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was inspired by ISIS and acted alone, according to authorities.
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Following comments from Sebastian Gorka, the incoming U.S. counter-terrorism chief, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy reaffirmed that Shamima Begum and other British ISIS members will not be repatriated. Gorka emphasized that nations wishing to be serious allies of the U.S. should repatriate their citizens from Syrian camps.
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Opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane returned to Mozambique on January 9, 2025, after months in exile, claiming the presidency following disputed elections. His arrival sparked protests and clashes with police, highlighting ongoing political unrest and violence in the country since the October elections.
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On New Year's Day, Shamsud-Din Jabbar drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 14. The FBI stated he was '100% inspired' by ISIS, although he had no direct ties to the group. ISIS acknowledged the attack's inspiration but did not claim responsibility.
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The FBI has revealed extensive planning by Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who killed 14 people in a New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Jabbar, inspired by ISIS, scouted locations and researched prior attacks. Investigations continue as authorities assess security vulnerabilities ahead of upcoming events like Carnival and the Super Bowl.
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Nawaf Salam, Lebanon's newly appointed prime minister-designate, pledges to rebuild the nation following a devastating war with Israel and a severe economic crisis. His government aims to restore state authority and implement reforms to attract international aid, amidst challenges from Hezbollah and a history of political paralysis.