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Terror suspect to remain in Swiss custody
(Swiss Info) The Swiss Federal Criminal Court has decided to extend the pre-trial detention of a man accused of supporting a criminal group, attempted murder and violating the law banning Islamic State. The man, a citizen of canton Vaud in western Switzerland, […]
Government & Politics
Austria to boost ‘political Islam’ watchdog in coalition deal New government to step up anti-extremism efforts after spate of ISIS-linked plots
(National-UAE) Austria plans to widen the role of an Islamist extremism watchdog known for exposing the Muslim Brotherhood’s activities in Europe, as part of a deal to form a new government. The three-party coalition is vowing to step up Austria’s anti-extremism efforts […]
Government & Politics
Bipartisan bill urges EU to designate Hezbollah fully as terrorist organization While based in the Middle East, Hezbollah 'derives financial support and political legitimacy from every region of the world,' stated Sen. Marsha Blackburn.
(JNS) A bipartisan group of senators introduced a bill on Thursday that calls on the European Union to fully designate Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. The legislation, introduced by Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), seeks to encourage the 27-nation […]