Rappler's latest stories on counter-terrorism
U.S. counter-terror analyst pleads guilty leaking secret info
The leaks include details about foreign countries' weapons systems
[ANALYSIS] Defining terrorism: Why it matters for counterterrorism efforts
Without a shared definition of the term 'terrorism,' the old problem of 'one man’s terrorist is another man’s freedom fighter' will emerge
Why security in the Middle East matters to Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia must brace for the effects of Donald Trump's declaration on Jerusalem and the loss of territory of ISIS in Mosul and Raqqa – both of which may have dire consequences for the region
What #ASEAN2017 accomplished: How much do they matter?
From migrants' rights to a code of conduct, here’s what came out of the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit
Drilon wants P1.4-B anti-drug budget realigned to house policemen
Under the proposed 2018 budget, the PNP's Oplan Double Barrel and the DILG's Masa Masid program have allocations of P900 million and P500 million, respectively
Turnbull talks security, terrorism, Marawi crisis during PH visit
During his 3-day Philippine visit for the 31st ASEAN Summit, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull meets with world leaders to discuss global and regional concerns
ASEAN highlights need to reintegrate radicals to counter terrorism
There will be an ad-hoc experts working group under the Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime (SOMTC) to carry out the plans
LOOK: Davao's new SWAT members
Davao City gets 48 more Special Weapons and Tactics SWAT members with advanced training
U.S. looks to defuse Qatar-Gulf row with counter-terror deal
But the initiative has met a dismissive reaction from the Arab countries that imposed sanctions on Qatar last month
The week in photos: July 1-7, 2017
This week s selection of photo highlights here and around the world
Tougher fighting, more suicide attacks as ISIS hits back in Mosul
Iraqi forces are facing increasingly difficult fighting and a rising number of suicide attacks including some by female bombers in the final stages of the battle for Mosul
ISIS steps up suicide attacks as Mosul battle nears end
UPDATED More than 8 months after the operation to retake Mosul was launched ISIS has gone from fully controlling the city to holding a limited area on its western side
Iraqi forces push into Mosul Old City, warn ISIS 'surrender or die'
Commanders say the jihadists are putting up fierce resistance and there are fears for more than 100 000 civilians believed to be trapped in the maze of narrow streets
6 arrested for suspected terror offenses in Britain
Five men and a woman all aged in their 20s and 30s are detained on suspicion of engaging in the preparation of an act of terrorism and are being held in police custody the force says
Philippine flag replaces ISIS black banner at Butig town hall
Rappler s Carmela Fonbuena gives us a quick look at the situation in Butig Town
'Intense' fighting in Mosul as civilians flee
The fighting is intense this morning We re trying to fortify our positions in Arbajiyah before continuing our attack into Al Bakr says Staff Lieutenant Colonel Muntadhar Salem
Iraqi forces move within striking distance of Mosul
UPDATED Forces from the elite Counter Terrorism Service CTS faced mortar fire as they pushed from the Christian town of Bartalla towards Mosul s eastern suburbs
Terror arrest in London over suspicious package – police
The police say they made the package safe after it was found on a train on Thursday It is now being forensically examined
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Iraq forces in major push against IS in Anbar
Iraqi forces are tightening the noose around the Islamic State group in the province as they continue to retake more cities
Greece arrests 3 armed Britons at Turkish border
The arrested men are believed to have links to terrorism and arms trafficking
#AnimatED: Terror threat closer to home
Countering extremism should be part of campaign discourse
Experts warn PH: Don’t underestimate ISIS
Exclusive: In the age of ISIS and lone wolf attacks is it even helpful to distinguish between what are ISIS directed and ISIS inspired activities?
Iraqi forces in fierce battles with ISIS in Ramadi
While initial hopes of a quick victory have faded Iraq s elite counter terrorism service and the army have advanced steadily through Ramadi
Police charge suspect in London subway stabbing
The suspect 29 year old Muhaydin Mire is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court later on Monday London s Metropolitan Police said in a statement
'Indonesian gov't official joins ISIS'
The National Counter Terrorism Agency says a Batam government official has left for Iraq to join the extremist group
British PM visits Southeast Asia with trade, ISIS on agenda
UPDATED British Prime Minister David Cameron seeks greater cooperation in the fight against the Islamic State ISIS group and to strengthen trade ties with the region s booming economies
Obama in Kenya for security, human rights talks
UPDATED Excitement has been building in Kenya for weeks with the visit seen as a major boost for the east African nation s position as a regional hub
Australia to introduce counter-terrorism citizenship changes
The government is considering introducing a jihadi watch program in schools which would keep tabs on pupils whose behavior suggests they might have been radicalized
Russell Shepherd: Intersecting digital media and social influence
As Shepherd is able to harness the power of social media to make an impact on the peace process why not build algorithms that would translate to change in how businesses add value to society?
What makes it difficult to fight ISIS?
ISIS can take advantage of the different policies of various regional and international players in the short term It is a complex matter with many factions and players behind the scenes
Obama slows Afghanistan troop withdrawal
Obama agrees to keep the current level of 9 800 US troops in Afghanistan until the end of 2015
Marwan not 'world-class terrorist,' says report
The bomb maker whose arrest claimed the lives of 44 police commandos is actually just a little snake who has been blown up into a dragon says the Jakarta based Institute for Policy Analysis of Conflict
Context: The US in PH anti-terror campaigns
Let’s start with a basic fact: the US has been involved in counterterrorism operations in the Philippines for more than a decade
APEC plots plan to bankrupt terror networks
Shrinking the financial muscle of terrorists networks could help ease Asia Pacific s terrorism problem
UN official: No evidence of ISIS in the Philippines
Although the terror has not yet reached the Philippines UN officials caution the government to stay on guard
Britain unveils controversial anti-terror bill
The Counter Terrorism and Security Bill come under criticism from Muslim rights campaigners and civil liberties groups who have raised concern about measures not subject to review by the courts
US Navy SEALs told to stop spilling secrets
The strict code of humble anonymity represented a life long commitment and obligation and those who flouted it were no longer teammates in good standing a letter from a top official read
Australians told to prepare for more counter-terror raids
Police official: What we ll see now is more raids like we saw in Sydney because the environment has changed
FOX documentary to reveal who killed bin Laden
The Navy SEAL will share his story of training to be a member of America’s elite fighting force and explain his involvement in the mission that killed bin Laden
Australia outlaws travel to terror hotspots
UPDATED The Australian government is increasingly concerned about the flow of foreign fighters to the Middle East to join militant groups
Somalia on high alert after Shebab leader confirmed dead
The US State Department had listed Ahmed Abdi Godane as one of the world s 8 top terror fugitives
US warns of new generation of global terrorists
Extremist violence last year was also increasingly marked by sectarian motives which the US said was a worrisome trend
Trio in custody over London soldier murder
Three men were being held in custody Sunday May 26 on suspicion of conspiracy to murder the British soldier hacked to death
Obama demands Hezbollah be named a terrorist group
Obama urges foreign governments to declare Hezbollah a terrorist organization
