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theguardian.com

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Jan 2, 22:08

Lone-Wolf Attack in New Orleans; IS Inspiration Suspected

On Wednesday, a former soldier, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, drove a truck into a New Year's Eve crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 20; the FBI believes he acted alone but was inspired by the Islamic State.

Lone-Wolf Attack in New Orleans; IS Inspiration Suspected

On Wednesday, a former soldier, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, drove a truck into a New Year's Eve crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 20; the FBI believes he acted alone but was inspired by the Islamic State.

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What is the immediate threat of further attacks following the New Orleans incident?

A 42-year-old former soldier, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, drove a pickup truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 20. He acted alone, using an assault rifle, body armor, and homemade pipe bombs. The FBI is investigating potential links to the Islamic State.

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Dec 31, 22:08

Syria Appoints Anti-Assad Protest Leader as Governor; France Bombs ISIS

Syria's Islamist transitional government appointed Muhsina al-Mahithaui, a former anti-Assad protest leader and Druze community member, as Suweida province's governor; this is the third high-ranking woman appointed, alongside the central bank's director and the head of the women's affairs office; Fr...

Syria Appoints Anti-Assad Protest Leader as Governor; France Bombs ISIS

Syria's Islamist transitional government appointed Muhsina al-Mahithaui, a former anti-Assad protest leader and Druze community member, as Suweida province's governor; this is the third high-ranking woman appointed, alongside the central bank's director and the head of the women's affairs office; Fr...

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What is the significance of appointing Muhsina al-Mahithaui, a former anti-Assad protest leader, as governor of Suweida province?

The Islamist-dominated transitional government in Syria appointed Muhsina al-Mahithaui as the governor of Suweida province. Al-Mahithaui, a Druze who previously headed a major bank, was a leading figure in anti-Assad protests. This is the third high-ranking female official appointed by the transitional government.

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Jan 1, 22:06

New Orleans Vehicle Attack Kills 10, FBI Investigating as Terrorism

On January 1, 2025, in New Orleans, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Texas resident, drove a truck into a crowd celebrating New Year's, killing at least 10 and injuring dozens; the FBI recovered potential explosives and an ISIS flag from the vehicle, classifying the act as terrorism.

New Orleans Vehicle Attack Kills 10, FBI Investigating as Terrorism

On January 1, 2025, in New Orleans, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Texas resident, drove a truck into a crowd celebrating New Year's, killing at least 10 and injuring dozens; the FBI recovered potential explosives and an ISIS flag from the vehicle, classifying the act as terrorism.

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What are the varying motivations behind vehicle-as-weapon attacks, and how do these motivations influence counter-terrorism strategies?

This attack follows a pattern of vehicle-based attacks globally, some motivated by extremist ideologies (religious or political) and others by personal grievances or mental illness. Authorities have responded by implementing physical barriers in public spaces to mitigate future risks.

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