![After Taliban takeover, concerns mount over US counterterrorism ability After Taliban takeover, concerns mount over US counterterrorism ability](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81629892211_taliban.jpg)
After Taliban takeover, concerns mount over US counterterrorism ability
"We're not in a good place," said a U.S. defence official, who requested anonymity to discuss the issue.
Wed Aug 25 2021
![Saudi Arabia defends decision to execute 14 Saudi Shiites Saudi Arabia defends decision to execute 14 Saudi Shiites](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-11/71478969059_SaudiArabiaFlag.jpg)
Saudi Arabia defends decision to execute 14 Saudi Shiites
The men were arrested for their involvement in demonstrations in 2011 and 2012 during the Arab Spring revolts and were later sentenced to death in a secretive counterterrorism court.
Mon Aug 07 2017
![Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/51495711487_RamadanAbedi.jpg)
Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack
Ramadan Abedi, who was detained by a Tripoli counterterrorism force during the interview, said his son Salman had told his family that he was heading on pilgrimage to Mecca.
Thu May 25 2017
![Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-03/41488348178_CarrynOwens.jpg)
Widow of Navy SEAL takes spotlight as Trump addresses Congress
"Ryan died as he lived: a warrior, and a hero, battling against terrorism and securing our nation," Trump said, making reference to the Jan 29 raid on an al-Qaida stronghold in central Yemen.
Wed Mar 01 2017
![Daish planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe - Europol Daish planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe - Europol](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-01/51453730654_RobWainwright.jpg)
Daish planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe - Europol
Daish is preparing more terrorist attacks, including more 'Mumbai-style' attacks, to be executed in member states of the EU, and in France in particular, according to Europol.
Mon Jan 25 2016
!['Ada ahli IS yang nak pulang beraya' - Ayub Khan 'Ada ahli IS yang nak pulang beraya' - Ayub Khan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/81438001918_AyubKhanMydin.jpg)
'Ada ahli IS yang nak pulang beraya' - Ayub Khan
Ketua Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Counterterrorism, Cawangan Khas Bukit Aman, Datuk Ayub Khan Mydin Pitchay, hasrat itu nyata sukar kerana ia segala dokumen perjalanan mereka telah diambil.
Mon Jul 27 2015
![Why do Islamic State hostages give such calm propaganda speeches right before they're killed? Why do Islamic State hostages give such calm propaganda speeches right before they're killed?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-09/41410653964_295x200.jpg)
Why do Islamic State hostages give such calm propaganda speeches right before they're killed?
A former CIA counterterrorism analyst studies the propaganda videos featuring Islamic State's hostages and tries to understand how they can be so calm while nearing the end of their lives.
Wed Sep 24 2014
![US condemns deadly Kenya mall attack US condemns deadly Kenya mall attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-09/81379815947_295x200.jpg)
US condemns deadly Kenya mall attack
The White House condemned as "despicable" the attack that left at least 39 people dead at a Nairobi shopping mall Saturday, vowing to assist Kenya's counterterrorism efforts.
Sun Sep 22 2013
![US sparring directly with Al-Qaeda fans online US sparring directly with Al-Qaeda fans online](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-03/61364426358_295x200.jpg)
US sparring directly with Al-Qaeda fans online
The United States is deliberately sparring with Al-Qaeda supporters and militants online aiming to shoot down extremist messages and win over hearts and minds.
Wed Mar 27 2013