jihadist violence
5 Indian Nationals Kidnapped in Mali: Embassy Working with Authorities Amid Rising Jihadist Threat
Nov 10, 2025 02:46 pm CST
Five Indian nationals working on electrification projects were kidnapped by armed men near Kobri in western Mali. The Indian Embassy in Bamako is coordinating with local authorities to secure their release as Mali faces escalating unrest and violence from Al-Qaeda-linked groups, particularly the JNIM which has imposed a fuel blockade and intensified attacks across the region.
Trump Threatens Military Intervention Over Alleged Christian Killings in Nigeria: Tensions Rise Between US and Nigerian Leadership
Nov 03, 2025 09:16 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has threatened potential military operations in Nigeria over alleged killings of Christians, despite Nigerian officials asserting that violence affects both Christians and Muslims equally. This diplomatic tension emerges as experts confirm Nigeria's complex conflicts—including jihadist activity, criminal gangs, and farmer-herder disputes—claim victims across religious lines, contradicting claims of targeted Christian persecution.