Iran Warns of ISIS Attack on Iraq; Assad in Russia; US Repels Houthi Assault
Iranian General Mohsen Rezai warns of an imminent ISIS attack on Iraq from a Syrian base; Russia offers refuge to Assad; US forces repel Houthi attacks; Syrian rebels seize Deir Ezzor.
Iran Warns of ISIS Attack on Iraq; Assad in Russia; US Repels Houthi Assault
Iranian General Mohsen Rezai warns of an imminent ISIS attack on Iraq from a Syrian base; Russia offers refuge to Assad; US forces repel Houthi attacks; Syrian rebels seize Deir Ezzor.
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52% Bias Score
Germany Warns of Heightened Hezbollah-Linked Violence Risk
German authorities warn of increased risk of Hezbollah-linked violence in Germany due to the Middle East conflict, citing recent arrests related to drone procurement and a history of state-sponsored attacks.
Germany Warns of Heightened Hezbollah-Linked Violence Risk
German authorities warn of increased risk of Hezbollah-linked violence in Germany due to the Middle East conflict, citing recent arrests related to drone procurement and a history of state-sponsored attacks.
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44% Bias Score
UK Reviews HTS Terror Designation After Assad Ouster in Syria
Following the ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on December 8th, the UK government is reviewing HTS's terrorist designation, possibly aligning with US and EU decisions, based on HTS's lack of apparent interest in global jihad or ISIS resurgence.
UK Reviews HTS Terror Designation After Assad Ouster in Syria
Following the ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on December 8th, the UK government is reviewing HTS's terrorist designation, possibly aligning with US and EU decisions, based on HTS's lack of apparent interest in global jihad or ISIS resurgence.
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44% Bias Score
Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Planning Christmas Market Attacks
German police arrested three men suspected of plotting attacks on Christmas markets in Frankfurt or Mannheim; two German-Lebanese brothers and a German of Turkish origin were apprehended, possessing weapons and showing links to ISIS, though authorities stated no immediate public danger.
Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Planning Christmas Market Attacks
German police arrested three men suspected of plotting attacks on Christmas markets in Frankfurt or Mannheim; two German-Lebanese brothers and a German of Turkish origin were apprehended, possessing weapons and showing links to ISIS, though authorities stated no immediate public danger.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Renews Sanctions Waiver, Granting Iran Access to \$10 Billion
The Biden administration renewed a sanctions waiver on November 7th, allowing Iran access to roughly \$10 billion in Iraqi funds, sparking criticism from Republicans who claim it could fuel terrorism and nuclear proliferation. This marks the 23rd such waiver since 2018 and is set to expire when Pres...
Biden Renews Sanctions Waiver, Granting Iran Access to \$10 Billion
The Biden administration renewed a sanctions waiver on November 7th, allowing Iran access to roughly \$10 billion in Iraqi funds, sparking criticism from Republicans who claim it could fuel terrorism and nuclear proliferation. This marks the 23rd such waiver since 2018 and is set to expire when Pres...
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52% Bias Score
Switzerland Designates Hamas a Terrorist Organization
Following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel, Switzerland's parliament voted overwhelmingly to officially designate Hamas a terrorist organization, reversing its previous policy of engagement.
Switzerland Designates Hamas a Terrorist Organization
Following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel, Switzerland's parliament voted overwhelmingly to officially designate Hamas a terrorist organization, reversing its previous policy of engagement.
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40% Bias Score
Sydney Anti-Semitic Attacks Prompt Police Investigation
Anti-Semitic graffiti appeared in Sydney on Monday and Wednesday, including messages like 'Hitler was right!' and 'kill Israiel,' following previous attacks on synagogues and cars, prompting police investigations and condemnation from officials.
Sydney Anti-Semitic Attacks Prompt Police Investigation
Anti-Semitic graffiti appeared in Sydney on Monday and Wednesday, including messages like 'Hitler was right!' and 'kill Israiel,' following previous attacks on synagogues and cars, prompting police investigations and condemnation from officials.
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52% Bias Score
Germany Warns of Heightened Hezbollah-Linked Terror Threat
German authorities warn of a heightened risk of Hezbollah-linked attacks due to increased Middle East tensions and the group's operational activities in Germany, including drone part procurement and support networks.
Germany Warns of Heightened Hezbollah-Linked Terror Threat
German authorities warn of a heightened risk of Hezbollah-linked attacks due to increased Middle East tensions and the group's operational activities in Germany, including drone part procurement and support networks.
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52% Bias Score
Antisemitic Attack in Sydney Fuels Fears Amid Heightened Tensions
On Wednesday, Sydney, Australia, saw an antisemitic attack involving a torched car and anti-Israel graffiti near a Jewish family's home, adding to recent similar incidents across the country, including a firebombed Melbourne synagogue, reflecting rising antisemitism fueled by the intensified Middle ...
Antisemitic Attack in Sydney Fuels Fears Amid Heightened Tensions
On Wednesday, Sydney, Australia, saw an antisemitic attack involving a torched car and anti-Israel graffiti near a Jewish family's home, adding to recent similar incidents across the country, including a firebombed Melbourne synagogue, reflecting rising antisemitism fueled by the intensified Middle ...
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24% Bias Score
ISIS poised to exploit Syria's instability
Post-Assad Syria's instability creates an opportunity for ISIS resurgence; increased attacks in 2024, US airstrikes against ISIS targets, and the risk of ISIS exploiting overcrowded Kurdish detention camps highlight the threat.
ISIS poised to exploit Syria's instability
Post-Assad Syria's instability creates an opportunity for ISIS resurgence; increased attacks in 2024, US airstrikes against ISIS targets, and the risk of ISIS exploiting overcrowded Kurdish detention camps highlight the threat.
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52% Bias Score
Taliban Minister Killed in Kabul Bombing
Taliban Minister of Refugees, Khalil-ur-Rahman Hakkani, was killed in a Kabul explosion on [Date], resulting in multiple casualties; the attack highlights ongoing instability and challenges faced by the Taliban government.
Taliban Minister Killed in Kabul Bombing
Taliban Minister of Refugees, Khalil-ur-Rahman Hakkani, was killed in a Kabul explosion on [Date], resulting in multiple casualties; the attack highlights ongoing instability and challenges faced by the Taliban government.
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44% Bias Score
Beninese Soldiers Killed in Mine Blast Near Burkina Faso Border
Three Beninese soldiers died in a mine explosion on December 10th, 2023, while patrolling Pendjari National Park near the Burkina Faso border, marking a continuation of escalating jihadist attacks in northern Benin.
Beninese Soldiers Killed in Mine Blast Near Burkina Faso Border
Three Beninese soldiers died in a mine explosion on December 10th, 2023, while patrolling Pendjari National Park near the Burkina Faso border, marking a continuation of escalating jihadist attacks in northern Benin.
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16% Bias Score