The Colombian government announced plans to amend its legal framework, designating all unauthorized armed factions operating outside state control as terrorist entities.

Colombian drug gangs are reportedly using social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok to recruit children to pilot drones for their operations.

Africa is experiencing a new 'scramble' for control, not by colonial powers, but by various forces of insecurity including terrorist organizations, criminal syndicates, traffickers, mercenaries, and armed groups exploiting the continent's vulnerabilities.

Armed groups have reportedly attacked villages in Nigeria, kidnapping and killing residents, with an Islamic State affiliate blamed for at least one incident.

Iraq has reaffirmed its commitment to banning armed groups that threaten other countries during a meeting with Iran's Ghalibaf, emphasizing its stance on regional security.

The head of UNSMIL has alerted the UN Security Council to the 'precarious' security situation in Libya, citing institutional fragmentation, attacks on infrastructure, and competition among armed groups.

Three drones were intercepted over Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, highlighting Baghdad's ongoing efforts to control armed groups and rein in Iran-backed militias.

Colombian drug traffickers are reportedly sending mercenaries to Ukraine to learn how to operate drones, according to the Financial Times. This comes as the new Colombian president vows to renew military campaigns against armed groups.

Colombia's new president announced that six members of armed groups were killed during military operations across various parts of the country, following two attacks that left one person dead just hours after his inauguration.

Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal expressed concern over renewed attacks by armed groups and called for stronger action against insecurity in Sokoto State after a police officer was killed.

The Iraqi Prime Minister is facing a significant crisis as powerful Shia paramilitary groups refuse to disarm ahead of a September 30 deadline.

Colombia's far-right President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is set to take office, bringing promises of 'iron fist' policies against non-state armed groups and organized crime, with his US-backed security approach already raising questions.

Shiite armed groups, part of the Islamic Resistance, reportedly comprise around 50,000 fighters with rockets and drones, wielding significant political and economic influence, potentially surpassing the Iraqi army's strength.

A Rangers personnel was martyred and another injured in an attack by banned JAAC armed groups in Rawalakot, Pakistan, where the attackers also targeted police with automatic weapons.

Mali is experiencing escalating violence as a coalition of rebels and armed groups carries out a new series of attacks, leading to significant fallout in the region.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) states that Mali's army, allied militias, and Islamist armed groups have committed abuses with impunity since April, with shifting alliances fueling a deepening cycle of civilian suffering.

Sunday Igboho has pledged to continue anti-kidnapping operations after his 'Iru Ekun' operatives reportedly faced a shooting during a surveillance mission in a section of the Old Oyo National Park, identified as a hideout for armed groups.

The UN warns that humanitarian aid in Myanmar is collapsing, with aid organizations facing complications in providing support due to the high risk of funds being diverted to the pockets of generals or armed groups.

Armed groups in Colombia are increasingly using social media platforms like TikTok to recruit young people as the conflict in the country intensifies.

Ten years after a landmark peace deal, Colombia's drug war persists with armed groups engaging in deadly violence, combining traditional jungle combat with new drone warfare tactics.

Panic swept through Minna, the Niger State capital, as parents rushed to schools to withdraw their children following rumors of an impending attack by armed groups on educational institutions in the city.

Bandits have abducted students from a polytechnic in Zamfara, Nigeria, as residents report a trend of repeated attacks and kidnappings by armed groups in the area.

Iraqi armed groups are reportedly divided over the government's initiative to bring all weapons under state control, sparking internal tensions.

Colombia is experiencing a resurgence of violence ahead of its presidential election, with armed groups increasingly forcing children and adolescents into drug wars.

Colombians are heading to the polls to elect a new president, with undecided voters grappling between a leftist candidate and a right-wing firebrand, as candidates clash over approaches to crime, armed groups, and social reform.

Controversial Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has faced heavy criticism from Nigerians on social media after suggesting that armed groups involved in kidnapping rely on ransom payments to finance their operations.

Mali's military-led government asserts its determination to combat armed groups, even as jihadists and separatists have made significant advances in the country's northern region in late April.

Illegal pressure from armed groups is resurfacing to influence the votes of hundreds of thousands of people, once again shaping Colombia's presidential race.

In Colombia, splinter groups of former guerrillas are fighting for control of drug trafficking and illegal gold, forcing children like Sol and Ramón into armed conflict.

Dozens of people have been killed in central Mali in attacks reportedly carried out by al-Qaeda-affiliated fighters, marking the deadliest assault since armed groups launched a widespread coordinated offensive late last month.

Armed groups' extortion and turf wars in Colombia's Sierra Nevada are threatening both Indigenous communities and the region's burgeoning tourism industry.

A reportage delves into the 'unknown story' of Hezbollah in Lebanon, visiting secret locations of armed groups and highlighting the country's heavy price amid its complex political landscape.

As Mali faces its most significant security challenge in years, Al Jazeera provides profiles of key leaders from both the government and armed groups involved in the crisis.

Cement giant Lafarge has filed an appeal against its conviction for financing terrorism, a ruling that found the company guilty of paying armed groups in Syria.

Niger's military regime has suspended close to 3000 local and foreign NGOs, accusing them of lacking transparency and supporting armed groups.

An analysis suggests Nigeria must adopt lessons to avoid a Lake Chad Basin-like scenario in Borgu-Kainji, warning that a reactive counter-terrorism posture risks entrenching armed groups in a new corridor.

Colombia's Ombudsman's Office reported that at least 14 people, including two minors, were killed in two separate incidents involving illegal armed groups in the northern part of the country.

The security situation in northern Benin is worsening due to increased attacks by armed groups affiliated with Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, including a deadly incident in early March, while the French military presence faces growing criticism.

Sarajevo observes its City Day, which also marks 34 years since the beginning of the Bosnian War and the longest siege of a capital city in modern history. The day commemorates the start of the conflict on April 5th and 6th, 1992, when armed groups opened fire on unarmed citizens.

Rwanda has successfully reintegrated 214 former members of armed groups who had been operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as part of ongoing peace and reconciliation efforts.

Fighters from a significant Iraqi pro-Iran armed group have entered Iran, ostensibly carrying aid, a move seen as a signal of support amidst discussions in the US about a potential ground war in the region.

Iraq's top judge has issued a warning to armed groups against engaging in unilateral war, amidst the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict in the region.

The ICRC and Nigerian Red Cross have jointly released a statement refuting 'false' allegations that they are supporting armed groups in northern Nigeria, warning that such misinformation could jeopardize their humanitarian mission.

A woman was injured in a gunfire incident in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, where police rescued villagers caught between two armed groups suspected to be Kuki-Zo and Tangkhul Naga volunteers.

Seven foreigners arrested in India after allegedly training Myanmar armed groups: reports  Myanmar Now

Indian investigators have arrested seven foreigners – six Ukrainians and an American – on suspicion of illegally crossing into neighbouring Myanmar to train armed militia groups, the public radio broadcaster reported on Tuesday. Myanmar descended into civil war after a junta seized power in a 2021 coup, with pro-democracy guerrillas and ethnic-minority armed groups fighting for control of large parts of the country. India has long been suspicious of certain Myanmar factions that have the same...

This article details the history of Greeks in the Tsalka region of Georgia, who began arriving from Eastern Pontus in 1829, and the emergence of Pontian armed groups in the 1990s.

The Nigerian army killed 45 armed men who had attacked Alhazava village on March 5, attempting to steal cattle, following clashes with the armed groups from Zamfara state.

Regional security officials say cross-border threats could intensify for Central Asia and Pakistan as armed groups expand their footprint.

Several Iran-backed armed groups, known as the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, to which Kataeb Hezbollah also belongs, have said they will not stay "neutral" and have claimed dozens of drone attacks on…

West African regional army ECOWAS is deploying thousands of soldiers, raising questions about how strained ties with neighbors Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso will affect the fight against armed groups in the region.

Although weakened, pro-Iranian armed groups can destabilize the Middle East by attacking US bases, targeting their regional allies, and disrupting maritime oil shipments

Serbia has not aligned with the two latest European Union decisions on sanctions against Iran, which pertain to the internal situation in Iran and its military support for Russia's war in Ukraine and armed groups in the Middle East.

A new report reveals how a booming conflict economy extracts minerals while military forces and armed groups perpetrate violence and abuse against civilians.

A Human Rights Watch report indicates that armed groups in Colombia are actively recruiting children through platforms like Facebook and TikTok. The organization criticizes tech giants for not doing enough to prevent this recruitment.

A video has emerged that appears to show approximately 600 women, children, and elderly individuals abducted during an attack on a mosque in Nigeria. Residents report that armed groups are holding the captives in a forest.

A new report by Human Rights Watch reveals that armed groups in Colombia are actively recruiting and training children, including in drone warfare, by promoting their content on social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok.

Armed groups attacked multiple villages in Nigeria, kidnapping scores of people from a mosque during the assaults.

Fears of war are resurfacing in Colombia's jungle as De la Espriella launches what could be the country's largest offensive against illegal armed groups in over a decade, leaving ex-combatants in Putumayo uncertain about the future.

An analysis reveals that armed groups are redrawing Kebbi's security map, with overlapping threats and vulnerable corridors nine months after the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Maga.

Deputy Governor Faruk Jobe revealed that 26 local government areas in Katsina State have been under bandit attack in 2023, urging stakeholders to use 'propaganda' to counter the perceived strength of armed groups.

Esmail Qaani, a top Iranian commander, reportedly visited Iraq to hold meetings concerning the Iraqi government's plan to disarm armed groups. The discussions aimed to bring weapons under state control.

Reports indicate that 403 children, including 71 girls, have been recruited by armed groups, and 468 minors abducted amidst escalating violence in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province.

A six-year-old boy was wounded by a stray bullet during a clash between rival armed groups in a remote village in Maguindanao del Sur on Wednesday morning.

Ten individuals who fought against Ukrainian forces as members of Russia-backed armed groups in eastern Ukraine have been sentenced to 15 years in prison, with their property confiscated, for treason.

Three years after being weakened, armed groups loyal to Iran are reportedly strengthening across the Middle East, opening new fronts and solidifying Tehran's influence in its conflict with the US and Israel.

Government forces engaged with combined armed groups, including Dawlah Islamiya and BIFF, in Maguindanao del Sur. The army successfully recovered guns and explosives following the clash.

Illegal mining operations are expanding in the Amazon, particularly in Ecuador, where at least seven protected areas are gold-extractivism hotspots, leading to threats against park rangers by armed groups.

An analysis warns that while mass surrenders weaken armed groups in Nigeria, reintegration efforts without proper justice mechanisms could lead to resentment and further instability.

Recent clashes between Iranian security forces and Kurdish armed groups are intensifying, threatening to open a new cycle of tensions in the Middle East.

More than 27,000 people have been displaced in a Mozambican province, fleeing to various villages and reception centers following attacks by non-state armed groups in the Ancuabe district.

Colombian President-elect Abelardo de la Esperanza has issued an ultimatum to armed groups, giving them one month to surrender and emphasizing that no concessions will be made.

Colombia's ongoing and brutal internal conflict is a defining issue in its presidential election, pitting a left-wing senator who supports talks with armed groups against an outsider candidate.

Colombian prosecutors have initiated an investigation into former President Alvaro Uribe's alleged connections to armed groups during his presidency from 2002 to 2010 and his prior tenure as governor.

After battling armed groups linked to al-Qaeda since the mid-2000s, Mauritania is now implementing security measures and attempting to revive its tourism sector.

A candidate promising an "iron fist" approach has won the first round of elections in Colombia. This outcome is seen as a referendum on the government's security strategy, with many Colombians rejecting the policy of negotiations with armed groups.

At least 50 guerrillas have been killed in clashes between rival armed groups in southeastern Colombia, with the violence reportedly linked to the cocaine trade.

Iraqi officials report that the government is actively working to bring the weapons of various armed groups under state control.

Haiti's powerful gangs nearly tripled their recruitment of children in 2025, and despite the deployment of a new UN-backed security force this year, thousands of children caught in armed groups face an uncertain path to a stable future.

Iran has announced the arrest of more than 6,500 individuals accused of espionage, collaboration with armed groups, or participation in destabilizing activities since the beginning of the ongoing war.

Gbenga Hashim, an analyst, has stated that military offensives targeting top commanders are insufficient to end terrorism and often leave rural communities vulnerable to retaliatory attacks by armed groups.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has urged armed groups in Colombia to cease targeting civilians, emphasizing the need to protect non-combatants.

An annual report by the ICRC reveals that the number of people displaced by conflict in Colombia doubled last year, highlighting worsening conditions for civilians amidst ongoing fighting between armed groups.

Experts warn that Starlink's internet access in the desert is enabling terrorist and jihadist groups in the Sahel to better coordinate attacks, potentially altering the conflict dynamics in the region.

Mali's military government, led by Assimi Goita, has seen a cabinet reshuffle, with Goita himself assuming the role of defence minister, following a recent attack by armed groups.

A coalition of armed groups and rebels is challenging the authority of Mali's military government. The article questions whether the government is losing control amidst these developments.

Armed groups are attacking cities across the country simultaneously. Even the capital, Bamako, is becoming the scene of heavy fighting.

Former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos stated that the failure to properly implement the historic peace deal has empowered armed groups, leading to widespread deforestation. He made these remarks in an interview in Santa Marta, Colombia.

An attack in South Sudan's Warrap state has resulted in the deaths of 14 people, including four children, amidst ongoing violence between armed groups and inter-communal tensions.

Colombia's president has announced the termination of peace negotiations with an armed group. Experts suggest that armed groups have strengthened during the 'Total Peace' process, which has been widely criticized in a country with over sixty years of armed conflict.

A UN expert report indicates that anti-gang operations in Haiti have slowed the expansion of armed groups in Port-au-Prince, though the threat persists and progress is uneven. Authorities, supported by drone strikes and self-defense groups, have curbed gang advances.

Israel's Ambassador to Ghana, Roey Gilad, has identified Iran as the primary threat to global peace and stability, citing its foreign policy since 1979 and support for armed groups in the Middle East.

Armed groups have killed at least 60 people in attacks on several villages in northwest Nigeria this week, according to local sources.

Military and police authorities in Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, recovered six high-powered firearms and ammunition following skirmishes with armed groups in Datu Piang town.

UN experts have demanded an international investigation into the killing of three Lebanese journalists in an Israeli strike, stating that Israel has not provided credible evidence linking them to armed groups.

Myanmar's complex civil war involves a dynamic array of forces, including the military regime, various ethnic armed groups, and pro-democracy forces, with alliances frequently shifting.

India has arrested six Ukrainian and one American national under anti-terror laws, alleging they crossed into Myanmar to train armed groups in drone warfare.

Chad's president has closed the border with Sudan indefinitely and placed the military on high alert to prevent incursions by Sudanese armed groups.

Six Ukrainian nationals and one US citizen have been arrested in India on suspicion of participating in the training of armed groups in neighboring Myanmar, a claim confirmed by Ukraine's Foreign Ministry.

The Assam government on Sunday signed memoranda of settlement with three Kuki armed groups and one Hmar outfit, claiming that the agreements mark the end of "ethnic militancy" in the state, an…

The United Nations has reported widespread conflict-related sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with armed groups being responsible for the majority of cases.

Following the killing of Khamenei, Iraqi armed groups are prioritizing the withdrawal of US forces and their role in the selection of the Prime Minister.

A US court has convicted a Japanese yakuza member on charges of trafficking nuclear material and illegal drugs.

According to senior US officials, President Donald Trump is reportedly open to supporting armed groups within Iran willing to act against the regime, suggesting plans for a proxy war.

Telegram channels and social media platforms close to pro-Iran armed groups called on people to take part in the protests

Murderous governments and armed groups always considered reporters like Marie Colvin a nuisance – now they see them as legitimate targets A friend wrote to me last week to tell me that my name appeared in the Epstein files. “But it’s for a good cause,” he wrote. “Nothing sinister.” In 2012, shortly after my friend and colleague Marie Colvin was killed in Homs, Syria, I met with the now-disgraced Norwegian diplomat Terje Rød-Larsen. Rød-Larsen was a renowned fixer who had negotiated the 1993 O...

A wildlife hotspot in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, has been transformed into a death zone, with armed groups displacing fishing communities and a state-owned refinery's oil leaks poisoning the environment.

REPORT - At the call of Shiite armed groups, thousands of Iraqis have volunteered to take up arms alongside Iran in the event of a US attack.

Iran said on Monday that the United States’s position on Iran’s nuclear programme “has moved towards a more realistic one”, a day ahead of a second round of US-Iranian talks in Geneva. Tehran’s foreign minister arrived in Geneva for the new round of indirect negotiations with the US, as the Revolutionary Guards began military drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane for oil and gas. The two sides recently resumed indirect talks, mediated by Oman, after US President Donald Trump repeatedly threatened military action against Iran over a deadly crackdown on protesters last month. A previous attempt at negotiations collapsed when Israel launched surprise strikes on Iran, beginning a 12-day war that Washington briefly joined to bomb Iranian nuclear sites. “A cautious assessment is that, from the discussions that have taken place in Muscat to date, at least what we have been told is that the US position on the Iranian nuclear issue has moved towards a more realistic one,” said foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei, the official IRNA news agency reported. According to Tehran, talks mediated by Oman will be held on Tuesday in Switzerland. Washington has previously pushed for other topics to be discussed, including Iran’s ballistic missiles and support for armed groups in the region. The war games being conducted by the Guards, the ideological arm of the military, aim to prepare it for “potential security and military threats” in the Strait, Iranian state TV said. Iranian politicians have repeatedly threatened to block the strait, a strategic waterway through which about 20 per cent of global oil passes, as both sides ramp up pressure with talks set to resume. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on Monday, “We’re hopeful there’s a deal”. “The president always prefers peaceful outcomes and negotiated outcomes to things.” Meanwhile, Iran’s top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, wrote on X that he was meeting in Geneva with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, “for deep technical discussion”. Grossi later confirmed the meeting on X, calling the conversation with Araghchi “in-depth” ahead of Tuesday’s “important negotiations”. Protest crackdown Araghchi is also set to hold talks with his Swiss and Omani counterparts as well as other international officials, Iran’s foreign ministry said. “I am in Geneva with real ideas to achieve a fair and equitable deal. What is not on the table: submission before threats,” Araghchi added on X. Washington has dispatched Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, the White House confirmed on Sunday. The latest talks follow repeated threats from Trump of military action against Tehran, first over Iran’s deadly crackdown on anti-government protests, and then more recently over the country’s nuclear programme. The West fears the programme is aimed at making a bomb, which Tehran denies. On Friday, Trump said a change of government in Iran would be the “best thing that could happen”, as he sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East to ratchet up military pressure. His remarks came before demonstrations outside Iran against its authorities swept a number of cities, including in the US, over the weekend. ‘Viable’ deal Iran’s deputy foreign minister told the BBC that Tehran would consider compromises on its uranium stockpile if Washington lifts sanctions that have crippled the country’s economy. “If we see the sincerity on their (American) part, I am sure we will be on a road to have an agreement,” said Majid Takht-Ravanchi. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that any deal must involve the removal of all enriched uranium from Iran as well as Tehran’s ability to enrich more. The whereabouts of Iran’s stockpile of around 400 kilogrammes of uranium enriched to 60 per cent remains unknown, with inspectors having last seen it in June.

An assault in Kenscoff carried out by armed groups resulted in the deaths of at least forty-seven individuals, leaving twenty-two others injured.

Human rights organizations have documented alarming trends of illegal armed factions in Colombia recruiting minors and providing them with specialized drone operation training.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has reported that Facebook and TikTok amplified content from armed groups, contributing to a drastic increase in child recruitment in Colombia.

The Army's 10th Infantry Division is probing reports of alleged armed extortionists terrorizing indigenous communities along the South Cotabato–Davao del Sur border in the Philippines.

Colombian farmers are rebuilding their lives by giving up coca cultivation for palm oil, aided by subsidies and a crackdown on armed groups, leaving behind decades of conflict and fear.

Conflict could erupt in Iraq between authorities and armed groups linked to Iran, while the US emphasizes responding to Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz by developing oil pipelines.

The Malian army has announced that 82 soldiers, previously held prisoner by Tuareg and al-Qaeda-linked armed groups in the northern region, have been freed.

Dozens of optical and thermal cameras are set to be installed along the border between Libya and Tunisia to control irregular migration and protect refugees from armed groups.

An alleged rebel leader was killed in a military operation in Colombia, as the president targets armed groups. This action is part of a broader effort to combat rebel factions in the country.

Colombian cartels and armed groups are reportedly sending fighters to Ukraine to learn drone warfare tactics, intending to bring this knowledge back to their home countries, according to a Financial Times report.

As President Petro's term concludes, reports highlight a 'somber legacy' marked by a surge in corruption scandals and the continued expansion of armed groups, contrary to his 'Total Peace' agenda.

An analysis suggests that the evolving tactics and alliances of armed groups in the Sahel region will test the resolve of West African countries to cooperate with AES states, demanding action beyond mere assurances of solidarity.

A new report indicates that 106 health workers were kidnapped and killed by terrorists and armed groups in Nigeria between 2023 and 2025, highlighting a growing crisis.

G7 foreign ministers and the European Union's foreign policy chief urged Sudan's Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to immediately halt all actions that could lead to further atrocities or endanger civilians in El-Obeid, and called for a wider arms embargo.

The US has imposed sanctions on Rwandan companies accused of financing armed groups through the illicit minerals trade, highlighting how conflict minerals continue to fuel war in eastern DR Congo.

The United Nations reports that hunger is a significant factor driving individuals to join armed groups in Northern Nigeria, as communities face deepening food insecurity.

Analysts suggest that Pakistan's military pressure, including air strikes in Afghanistan, is proving insufficient to contain the threat from armed groups that have extended their reach into Pakistani cities.

Colombia's presidential election is being defined by the nation's escalating and brutal internal conflict, with a left-wing senator advocating talks with armed groups facing a Trump-endorsed outsider.

The United Nations reports that armed groups are obstructing efforts to respond to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Bandits launched a deadly attack in a Zamfara community, killing 17 farmers and injuring several others. The incident marks another violent assault by armed groups in Nigeria.

Gun battles erupted in Mogadishu, Somalia's capital, as armed groups loyal to rival politicians clashed, marking the worst fighting the city has seen in years.

Colombia's incoming president will confront significant challenges in security, drug trafficking, and public health, with armed groups and narcotics trade having reportedly increased during Gustavo Petro's tenure.

An analysis discusses the readiness of Iranian-backed militias in Iraq to hand over their weapons, following statements from a Kataib Hezbollah spokesperson praising a decision by some armed groups to end their activities.

A rights group has accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of serving as a transit point for mercenaries en route to Sudan. The accusation raises concerns about the UAE's role in regional conflicts and the movement of armed groups.

Armed groups in Colombia are increasingly using cheap, widely available drone technology, bringing the conflict to the skies and instilling fear among residents.

Security forces in Manipur have initiated operations to rescue individuals who remain captive by armed groups in the region.

Negotiations are currently in progress for the release of individuals who remain in captivity by armed groups in Manipur, India.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has stated that the number of people displaced by conflict in Colombia doubled year-on-year in 2025, as violence from armed groups reached a decade-high.

Over 322,000 people were displaced in Colombia in 2025, a doubling from the previous year, as violence from armed groups intensifies across the country, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross.

In Bria, Central African Republic, former child soldiers aged 14-17 are learning to sew as a way to help them move on from the violence they experienced at the hands of armed groups.

In Nariño, Colombian guerrilla groups are reportedly exchanging weapons for legal gold mining activities as part of the country's peace accord. However, upcoming presidential elections and rival armed groups threaten to undermine this progress.

An explosion that resulted in 20 civilian deaths in Colombia has exposed the ongoing power struggle between armed groups and the state, particularly with the FARC dissident front commanded by Iván Mordisco.

Al Jazeera's Nada Qaddourah explains that armed groups in Mali appear to be joining forces, leading to a surge in coordinated attacks across the country. This development signals an evolving security landscape in the region.

Twenty Spanish music programmers are reportedly trapped in Mali, a situation occurring amidst claims of attacks by armed groups across the country.

Three people were killed and five injured in fresh gunfights between rival Naga and Kuki armed groups in Manipur's Ukhrul district.

A Paris court convicted French cement company Lafarge and eight of its former directors for financing terrorism, ruling that the firm channeled approximately $5.9 million to armed groups in Syria, including ISIS.

The Nigerian government has published an updated list of terrorism financiers, including 48 individuals and armed groups operating across the country.

Fighting is escalating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo between Congolese soldiers, supported by local armed groups, and M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, pushing civilians to a breaking point.

Iran-backed armed groups claim to have conducted over 750 attacks on alleged US targets, while the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) have been hit over 80 times in related incidents.

The Catatumbo region, a border area with Venezuela, has become an 'open-air cage' due to intense guerrilla warfare, driving nearly 100,000 residents from their homes and controlled by mines, drones, and armed groups.

The Ethiopian Red Cross (Fannoo Diimaan Itoophiyaa) has marked its 90th anniversary, announcing that it is receiving support from both the government and armed groups for its humanitarian assistance efforts.

A woman has been killed by gunmen in Rivers State, Nigeria, amidst a recent surge in attacks by armed groups across the country.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) have publicly refuted social media claims alleging their support for armed groups in northern Nigeria.

Key details have emerged following the arrest of six Ukrainians in India, who are accused of illegally crossing into Myanmar to train ethnic armed groups in that country and some banned groups in India.

Seven foreign nationals including an American are in NIA custody after a Delhi court granted the anti-terror agency 11 days to investigate an alleged conspiracy to train ethnic armed groups in drone…

At least 20 people, including twelve security forces and eight civilians, were killed in an attack by armed groups in Nigeria. These gangs have been active in the country for years.

Colombians are heading to the polls to elect a new Congress and choose presidential candidates, with elections unfolding under high alert for political violence, especially in rural areas dominated by illegal armed groups.

Iran has long been one of the core threats in U.S. and Israeli strategic thinking, and it is once again in their sights. Israel cites Iran’s support for armed groups, its nuclear p...

Amid ongoing US military operations against Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump is open to supporting domestic organizations aiming for regime change in Iran, including consultations with leaders of Kurdish armed groups.

A guest column suggests that 'dodgy Chinese money' is exacerbating tensions between armed groups in Myanmar's Northern Shan State.

Protesters, some of whom were waving flags of pro-Iranian armed groups, threw stones at security forces protecting the site.

Governors in Nigeria's North-East region are actively working to combat the recruitment of child soldiers by armed groups, implementing education and empowerment initiatives to protect vulnerable youth.

A conflict monitoring NGO reports that illegal armed groups in Colombia significantly expanded last year, now boasting over 27,000 members, according to military intelligence statistics.

Pakistan has conducted airstrikes against armed groups along its border with Afghanistan, with Taliban authorities in Kabul reporting dozens of casualties, including women and children.