UN previews IPU briefing on political violence against lawmakers; outlines secretary‑general’s AU Summit schedule The UN announced an International Parliamentary Union briefing on political violence against lawmakers and gave details of the secretary‑general’s travel to the African Union Summit and related bilateral meetings and events.

The UN is set to unveil critical findings on political violence against lawmakers while the Secretary-General prepares for high-stakes discussions at the African Union Summit.

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House Committee hearing flags security risks, conditions for U.S. support amid Syria transition At a House Committee on Foreign Affairs hearing, an unnamed speaker warned of foreign fighters and reported relocations of ISIS detainees, urged action on integration deals with the SDF, and said U.S. sanctions relief remains conditional on specific steps by President Ahmed al Sharra.

A House Committee hearing raises alarming flags about Syria's security risks, warning that foreign fighters and ISIS detainee relocations could derail hopes for stability and democracy.

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UN counterterrorism official warns Daesh threat is growing across Sahel, Middle East and Afghanistan Acting Under‑Secretary‑General Alexander Zuev told the UN Security Council that Daesh and affiliates are becoming more resilient and expanding notably in West Africa, the Sahel and parts of the Middle East; he also highlighted dire humanitarian conditions in northeastern Syria and recent deadly attacks in Afghanistan.

Daesh is evolving and expanding its grip across the Sahel and Middle East, posing new threats to global security and humanitarian conditions.

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Senate Hearing Highlights US Strategy on Kurdish Defense and Iran Military Policy Senators question CENTCOM nominees on equipment delays and Iran military engagement strategies.

Tensions rise as Senate nominees tackle urgent defense strategies, from Kurdish support delays to the evolving threats of subterranean warfare.

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