Woman Charged with Terrorism Over Plot to Bomb New York Capitol Building
American authorities have filed terrorism charges against a woman suspected of harbouring Islamic State sympathies and planning to attack the New York State Capitol building.
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Former Sri Lankan Security Chiefs Face Execution for Easter Bombing Lapses, Plan Supreme Court Challenge
Former Sri Lankan defence secretary Hemasiri Fernando and ex-police chief Pujith Jayasundara have been sentenced to death for security failures linked to the 2019 Easter bombings. They will appeal to the Supreme Court within two weeks.
Sri Lanka Ex-Police Chief Sentenced to Death Over 2019 Easter Bombings
A Sri Lankan court has sentenced former police chief Pujith Jayasundara to death for his failure to prevent the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings that claimed 279 lives, overturning an earlier acquittal in a case highlighting accountability for national security failures.
Australia Takes Legal Action Against Telegram Over Terrorism Content Failures
Australia's online safety regulator has filed Federal Court proceedings against Telegram, alleging the messaging platform failed to remove content promoting terrorism. The move signals tighter enforcement of digital platform accountability across the Asia-Pacific region.
Niger Loses 16 Soldiers in Major Terror Assault Near Mali Border
A coordinated terrorist assault in Niger's western Tillabery region has claimed the lives of 16 soldiers and left 23 others wounded, marking another significant security challenge in the Sahel.