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Jihadist terrorism - Cyberwar - Security
MSc in Counter-Terrorism Operations
Networks, conflict and technology
Bach, always.
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Do you know another version of the Harpsichord Concerto in G minor by Thomas Arne?
I love Trevor Pinnock’s version: technical, clean, no unnecessary rubato.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTmI...

#Baroque #Harpsichord
Arne - Harpsichord Concerto No. 5 in G Minor - Mov. 1&2/4
YouTube video by HARMONICO101
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February 7, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba was awarded the Kabalega Star, Uganda’s second-highest military honour, for distinguished service and operations against insurgent and terrorist groups across the region.

NILEPOST
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Gen Muhoozi Awarded With Second Highest Honour in Uganda’s Military
The Chief of Defence Forces has been awarded with Kabalega Star, the second highest honour in Uganda’s military. The honour, only second to the Order of Kato...
nilepost.co.ug
February 7, 2026 at 10:47 PM
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Do you know another version of the Harpsichord Concerto in G minor by Thomas Arne?
I love Trevor Pinnock’s version: technical, clean, no unnecessary rubato.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTmI...

#Baroque #Harpsichord
Arne - Harpsichord Concerto No. 5 in G Minor - Mov. 1&2/4
YouTube video by HARMONICO101
www.youtube.com
February 7, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Bach - Oboe concerto in D minor BWV 1059R - López Paz | Netherlands Bach Society
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Bach - Oboe concerto in D minor BWV 1059R - López Paz | Netherlands Bach Society
YouTube video by Netherlands Bach Society
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February 3, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Ukraine reports 137 clashes in one day, with the Pokrovsk front the most intense as Russian forces launched 40 assault attempts amid heavy missile, air, and drone attacks.

UKRINFORM
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Intense Fighting on Pokrovsk Front with 137 Clashes Reported | Ukraine news - #Mezha
Ukrainian forces faced 137 combat clashes on February 6, 2026, with the Pokrovsk direction being the hottest spot, enduring 40 enemy attacks and significant drone and missile strikes.
mezha.net
February 7, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Norway’s intelligence service says 2025 drone “threats” near airports and bases were false alarms, often misidentified stars or weather, with no links to foreign states despite heightened security fears.

NORWAY / PST
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Norway drone ‘threat’ fails to materialise as spy service finds no link to foreign states
Investigations into dozens of suspicious sightings near airports and military bases in 2025 conclude that reports were often sparked by ‘celestial bodies’ and weather phenomena. OSLO – Norway’s dom…
www.suasnews.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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Australia’s Kurdish community warns “life is becoming hell” as violence in northeast Syria escalates, prompting protests at Parliament and calls for stronger action and humanitarian aid amid fears of an ISIS resurgence.

THE COURIER MAIL
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February 7, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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ISIS claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, killing at least 31 and injuring around 170.
Pakistan blamed India and Afghanistan; India rejected the claims, while the UN condemned the attack.

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ISIS Mosque Bloodbath: 31 Dead in Pakistan Capital Blast | WION
YouTube video by WION
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February 7, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Michigan lawmakers from both parties condemned a Trump social media post depicting the Obamas as apes, calling it racist and offensive; the post was later removed after backlash.

DETROIT FREE PRESS
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Michigan members of Congress blast Trump post of Obamas' faces on apes
Democrats and Republicans denounced the post on Trump's Truth Social account, which the White House blamed on a staffer.
www.freep.com
February 6, 2026 at 11:33 PM
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Military force can boost leaders politically when it looks decisive and successful, but prolonged or costly interventions often backfire. Trump’s recent strikes may deliver short-term strength, but risk long-term fallout.

FOREIGN AFFAIRS
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Strength Over Peace
Venezuela, Iran, and the dicey politics of military intervention.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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The Pentagon is seeking containerized systems to rapidly launch and recover large drone swarms on land and at sea, aiming to scale U.S. drone operations while reducing human involvement.

TWZ
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Hunt For Container Launchers Packed With Drones Kicked-Off By Pentagon
The U.S. military wants proposals for containerized systems that can launch and recover a mixture of drone swarms on land and sea.
www.twz.com
February 6, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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A Texas school district cited a procedural breakdown after an Islamic group distributed Qurans and hijabs at a high school without authorization, prompting an investigation.

THE CHRISTIAN POST
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Texas school district blames 'procedural breakdown' after student reveals Islamic group distributed Qurans, hijabs on campus
A Texas school district is blaming a failure to follow established procedures after a Muslim outreach group with ties to anti-Christian ideology distributed Islamic materials to students at one of
www.christianpost.com
February 6, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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The African Union strongly condemned the M23 drone attack on Kisangani airport, warning it may constitute terrorism and a serious violation of international humanitarian law, endangering civilians and escalating the conflict in eastern DRC.

APA
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AU condemns drone attack targeting DRC's Kisangani airport
The chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf “strongly” condemned the drone attack carried out against Kisangani Airport, in eastern the Democratic Republic of the Congo (...
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February 6, 2026 at 10:44 PM
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Sweden will provide $100M in generators and heating equipment to Ukraine, citing Russia’s deliberate attacks on energy infrastructure and the growing winter humanitarian crisis.

KYIV POST
www.kyivpost.com/post/69521
Sweden to Give Ukraine $100M for Generators, Heating Equipment
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson accused Russia of “deliberately creating a humanitarian crisis for Ukrainians this winter.”
www.kyivpost.com
February 6, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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UN officials warn ISIS attacks are rising worldwide, with the group showing increased resilience and global reach.

VOI
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UN Officials Warn of Rising ISIS Attacks Worldwide
A senior U.N. counter-terrorism official told the Security Council on Wednesday that ISIS has stepped up attacks worldwide over the past six months despite continued international pressure.
voi.id
February 6, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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Ukraine’s IRGC terror designation signals clear alignment against Iran’s authoritarian axis, shared by Israel and the US.

ISRAEL HAYOM
www.israelhayom.com/2026/02/05/u...
Ukraine’s fight against Iran’s terror axis must include Israel
Ukraine’s designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization should translate into clear diplomatic, moral and strategic alignment with
www.israelhayom.com
February 5, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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A Calgary man who joined ISIS in Syria was sentenced to 16 years for terrorism offences.
The court cited training, recruitment, leadership roles, and lack of remorse.
Parole eligibility comes after eight years, reflecting the severity of the case.

CTV NEWS
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Calgary man who joined ISIS sentenced to 16 years on terrorism offences
A Calgary man who travelled to Syria more than a decade ago to join ISIS has been sentenced to 16 years in prison, with eligibility for parole after serving eight years.
www.ctvnews.ca
February 5, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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Italy thwarted Russian-linked cyberattacks targeting Foreign Ministry systems and Winter Olympics infrastructure.
The attempts included assets in Washington and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Classic hybrid pressure ahead of a high-profile global event.

SECURITYWEEK
www.securityweek.com/italy-averte...
Italy Averted Russian-Linked Cyberattacks Targeting Winter Olympics Websites, Foreign Minister Says
Italy has foiled a series of Russian cyberattacks targeting foreign ministry offices and Winter Olympics websites.
www.securityweek.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Mark Tully’s commentary was not aimed at the powerful or the elite. It went out in six languages to 50m listeners, many of them illiterate
Mark Tully spoke to Indians as one of them
The veteran BBC reporter and writer died on January 25th, aged 90
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February 1, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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French, Syrian presidents discuss regional situation in call
French, Syrian presidents discuss regional situation in call
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa held a call Saturday with French President Emmanuel Macron, during which they discussed developments in the region and efforts to promote stability, according to a …
www.middleeastmonitor.com
February 1, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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Cases like this remind us that ISIS-linked threats don’t always signal operational capability.
Sometimes they are instruments of intimidation, identity pressure, and territorial fear - designed to destabilise long before any attack occurs.

Source: Highland Post
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Bernard urges police not to take ‘ISIS’ poster lightly | Highland Post
Shillong, Jan 30: Tura MDC Bernard N Marak has written to the Director General of Police urging the state's top officer
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January 31, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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NEW: Putin meets Iran’s top security official as Trump says Tehran wants deal

President Donald Trump said on Friday that Iran is seeking a nuclear deal but declined to specify a timeline for negotiations. www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
Putin meets Iran’s top security official as Trump says Tehran wants deal
President Donald Trump said on Friday that Iran is seeking a nuclear deal but declined to specify a timeline for negotiations.
www.al-monitor.com
January 30, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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A senior Hamas official said on Wednesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has no right to claim credit for the return of Israeli captives.

Read: www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260129-ham...
January 30, 2026 at 8:11 AM
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Cases like this remind us that radicalisation today doesn’t always start with ideology.
It can start with repetition, role play, and normalisation inside spaces meant to feel harmless.

Source: CNA
www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/bo...

#GoreBox #Roblox
Singaporean boy who recreated ISIS attacks, executions in Roblox and Gorebox gets restriction order
The boy is the third 14-year-old to be dealt with under the Internal Security Act for terrorism-related activities over the past two years.
www.channelnewsasia.com
January 29, 2026 at 2:29 PM
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Syria is no longer a single-patron theater.
Moscow talks territorial integrity, Washington talks ceasefires.
Damascus navigates between guarantees, not alliances.

THE JERUSALEM POST
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Vladimir Putin, al-Sharaa meet, discuss Russian military aid | The Jerusalem Post
"I want to congratulate you on the fact that the process of restoring the territorial integrity of Syria is gaining momentum," Putin told al-Sharaa in the Kremlin.
www.jpost.com
January 29, 2026 at 2:20 PM