May 2025 Security News

DHS Releases Statement on Major SCOTUS Victory for Trump Administration and the American People on Ending the CHNV Parole Program DHS 30 May 2025 -- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secured a legal victory in its effort to terminate parole for more than 530,000 illegal aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) who were released into the country by the Biden Administration.
United States Secures the Extraditions of Individuals Accused of Violent and Other Serious Crimes from Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Georgia, Guatemala, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Israel, Kenya, Kosovo, Malaysia, Mauritius, US Dept. of Justice 30 May 2025 -- United States Also Returned International Fugitives Wanted for Terrorism, Murder, Attempted Murder and Child Sexual Abuse to Canada, India, and Mexico
USS Gravely and U.S. Coast Guard Conduct Drug Interdiction in Caribbean Sea US Navy Press Release 29 May 2025 -- this is an excellent example of that teamwork," said Vice Adm. Doug Perry, Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet. "Border security is national security. Gravely's deployment highlights our dedication -- and the Nation's dedication -- to maritime homeland defense priorities."
Army Signal Regiment told to beef up cyber defense capabilities Philippine News Agency 29 May 2025 -- Philippine Army (PA) commander Lt. Gen. Roy Galido called on the Army Signal Regiment (ASR) to continue enhancing its capabilities to defend the country's cyberspace from all threats.
DHS Secretary Noem Doubles Down and Escalates Action Against Harvard for their Continued Antisemitic Behavior, Fostering Violence, and CCP Coordination DHS 29 May 2025 -- The United States Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem continued to hold Harvard University accountable for failing to comply with Student Exchange Visa Program (SEVP) regulations
Targeting a Major Backer of Virtual Currency Investment Scams US Dept. of State 29 May 2025 -- The United States is imposing sanctions on Funnull Technology Inc., a Philippines-based company that provides the critical computer infrastructure for virtual currency investment scams, and its administrator Liu Lizhi, a Chinese national.
Treasury Takes Action Against Major Cyber Scam Facilitator US Treasury 29 May 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned Funnull Technology Inc., a Philippines-based company that provides computer infrastructure for hundreds of thousands of websites involved in virtual currency investment scams, commonly known as "pig butchering," along with its administrator, Liu Lizhi.
COVID-19 surges in Taiwan, expected to peak in June or July CNA 29 May 2025 -- The Ministry of Health and Welfare said Thursday that COVID-19 cases are on the rise, with the current wave expected to peak in late June or early July.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's greetings to the 42nd Plenary Meeting of the Eurasian Group on Combating Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 29 May 2025
Statement of support for Czechia's Attribution of malicious cyber activity Australia DFAT 29 May 2025
Beijing CDC: Recent COVID-19 activity shows declining trend Global Times 29 May 2025 -- Recent COVID-19 activity in Beijing has fluctuated, peaking in early May and then gradually declining, with overall intensity lower than previous epidemic levels, the Beijing Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced on Thursday.
China's COVID-19 rise eases People's Daily 29 May 2025 -- China has seen a slowdown in its recent rise of COVID-19 cases, with most provincial-level regions having either peaked or showing declining trends, the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration said on Wednesday.
Chinese side expresses strong dissatisfaction, firm opposition to EU and NATO claims linking cyberattack on Czech Republic to China: Chinese Mission to the EU Global Times 29 May 2025 -- The Chinese side expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to statements filled with speculation and baseless accusations, said a spokesperson from the Chinese Mission to the EU on Thursday. This response came in reaction to negative remarks from the EU and NATO regarding China's involvement in cybersecurity issues, specifically claims that a cyberattack against the Czech Republic's Ministry of Foreign Affairs was linked to a hacking group allegedly associated with China, according to a statement released on the website of the Chinese Mission to the EU.
Louisiana Guard Rehearses Emergency Plans for Hurricane Season Army News 28 May 2025 -- The Louisiana National Guard conducted its annual Hurricane Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) Drill at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Baton Rouge May 21, uniting key personnel across multiple commands to refine emergency response plans ahead of the 2025 hurricane season.
Guam Guard Cyber Participates in Balikatan 2025 Army News 28 May 2025 -- A team of cyber professionals and an intelligence analyst from the Guam National Guard attended Balikatan 2025, participating in the three-week Cyber Defense Exercise alongside teams from various nations.
Cyber: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on malicious behaviour in cyberspace against Czechia EC/CEU 28 May 2025 -- The European Union and its Member States, together with international partners, stand in solidarity with Czechia regarding the malicious cyber campaign that targeted its Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Statement of solidarity by the North Atlantic Council concerning the malicious cyber activities against the Czech Republic NATO 28 May 2025 -- "We stand in solidarity with the Czech Republic following the malicious cyber campaign against its Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We recognise that the Government of the Czech Republic has attributed the responsibility to the People's Republic of China, specifically APT31, which is associated with the Ministry of State Security."
Exponential rise in synthetic drug production and trafficking in the Golden Triangle UN News 28 May 2025 -- The Golden Triangle - the remote, jungle-covered border region where Thailand, Myanmar, and the Lao People's Democratic Republic meet - has seen an exponential surge in the illicit manufacture and trafficking of synthetic drugs.
US halts student visa appointments, plans expanded social media vetting: media reports Global Times 28 May 2025 -- The US government has ordered US embassies and consular sections worldwide to pause scheduling new interviews for student visa applicants as it is considering requiring all foreign students applying to study in the US to undergo social media vetting, the Politico cited a cable dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
U.S. pauses new student-visa interviews People's Daily 28 May 2025 -- The U.S. government has ordered U.S. embassies and consular sections worldwide to pause scheduling new interviews for student-visa applicants as it is considering requiring all foreign students applying to study in the United States to undergo social media vetting, local media cited a cable dated Tuesday and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Iranian Man Pleaded Guilty to Role in Robbinhood Ransomware US Dept. of Justice 27 May 2025 -- An Iranian national pleaded guilty today to participating in an international ransomware and extortion scheme involving the Robbinhood ransomware.
NSA, ASD's ACSC, and other agencies publish three Cybersecurity Information Sheets with guidance on SIEM and SOAR implementation NSA / Central Security Service 27 May 2025 -- The National Security Agency (NSA) has joined the Australian Signals Directorate's Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD's ACSC) and other agencies to release three publications providing guidance for cybersecurity executives and network defenders to consider when implementing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms.
TRIDENT Training Center Opens - NCDOC Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony US Navy 27 May 2025 -- Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command (NCDOC) held a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 9, supported by Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) and Naval Network Warfare Command (NNWC) leaders to officially open TRIDENT - Technical Readiness in Defensive Cyber Operations {DCO} Education and Network Training - Center for NCDOC and NNWC personnel.
BAI: No new avian flu cases in PH Philippine News Agency 27 May 2025 -- There are no new active cases of avian influenza (AI) in the Philippines based on the latest data from the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI).
COVID-19 cases double in Taiwan, marking 7th weekly surge: CDC CNA 27 May 2025 -- Over 40,000 people sought medical treatment for COVID-19 in Taiwan last week, more than double the previous week's figure and the seventh consecutive weekly increase, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
Investing in the Australian Defence Force's cyber warfare workforce Australia DOD 27 May 2025 -- As part of Defence's transition to an integrated and focused force, cyber warfare personnel will now have multiple career pathway opportunities within Defence.
United Arab Emirates : Eighth EU-UAE Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Concludes in Abu Dhabi European External Action Service (EEAS) 26 May 2025 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosted the 8thEU-UAE Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) in Abu Dhabi. The strategic meeting reaffirmed the strong commitment and continued collaboration between the UAE and European Union (EU) in combating financial crimes and strengthening international cooperation.
United States Citizen Arrested for Attempted Firebombing of U.S. Embassy Branch Office in Tel Aviv, Israel US Dept. of Justice 25 May 2025 -- Earlier today, Joseph Neumayer, a dual U.S. and German citizen was arrested at John F. Kennedy International Airport by FBI special agents and a complaint was unsealed in the Eastern District of New York charging Neumayer with attempting to destroy, by means of fire or explosive, the Branch Office of the United States Embassy located in Tel Aviv, Israel.
US introduces land border checkpoints, biometric surveillance in new crackdown on pro-Palestine students Press TV 24 May 2025 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has introduced a new set of measures, including land border checkpoints and biometric surveillance, to expand its crackdown on students protesting Israel's genocide against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Georgian Man Extradited To US To Face Charges Related To Neo-Nazi 'Murder Cult' RFE/RL 24 May 2025 -- A Georgian national and alleged leader of a neo-Nazi group has been extradited from Moldova to the United States to face charges that he recruited people to commit violent crimes against Jews and other ethnic minorities in New York City, the US Justice Department said.
Georgian National Extradited from Moldova to Face Charges for Soliciting Hate Crimes and Planning Mass Casualty Attack in New York City US Dept. of Justice 23 May 2025 -- Georgian national Michail Chkhikvishvili, also known as Mishka, Michael, Commander Butcher, and Butcher, 21, of Tbilisi, was extradited to the United States from Moldova on May 22, and will be arraigned in federal court in Brooklyn today.
Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries with Council Decision concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks threatening the Union or its Member States EC/CEU 23 May 2025 -- On 12 May 2025, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2025/8871 concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks threatening the Union or its Member States.
Allies review progress with NATO cyber defence pledge, identify next steps to increase cyber resilience NATO 23 May 2025 -- On 20-21 May 2025, NATO Allies and several Partner nations met in Poland for NATO's annual Cyber Defence Pledge Conference.
Decrease in the terrorist threat level from high to elevated Swedish Security Service 23 May 2025 -- The Head of the Swedish Security Service has made a decision to decrease the terrorist threat level from high to elevated. The reason for this decision is that the threat to Sweden has gradually changed and that the attack threat from violent Islamism has decreased since late 2023.
Weekly COVID-19 cases could hit 100,000 during peak in June: CDC CNA 23 May 2025 -- As new COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Taiwan, the number of outpatient and emergency visits could reach 100,000 during the peak of the outbreak in June, a health official said Friday.
US government bars Harvard from enrolling international students; current students required to transfer Global Times 23 May 2025 -- The US Donald Trump administration on Thursday revoked Harvard University's certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), effectively barring the institution from enrolling new international students, the Xinhua News Agency reported.
Harvard University Loses Student and Exchange Visitor Program Certification for Pro-Terrorist Conduct DHS 22 May 2025 -- "Today, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered DHS to terminate the Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification."
Law Enforcement Seize Record Amounts of Illegal Drugs, Firearms, and Drug Trafficking Proceeds in International Operation Against Darknet Trafficking of Fentanyl and Opioids; 270 Arrested Across Four Continents US Dept. of Justice 22 May 2025 -- Today, the Attorney General and the Department of Justice's Joint Criminal Opioid and Darknet Enforcement (JCODE) team, and international law enforcement partners announced the results of Operation RapTor, including the arrests of 270 dark web vendors, buyers, and administrators in Austria, Brazil, France, Germany, the Netherlands, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Fifteen Charged with Drug Conspiracy and Weapons Charges US Dept. of Justice 22 May 2025 -- A 29-count indictment was unsealed today charging 12 men and 3 women for their roles in a drug trafficking organization and related gun offenses.
Leader of Qakbot Malware Conspiracy Indicted for Involvement in Global Ransomware Scheme US Dept. of Justice 22 May 2025 -- A federal indictment unsealed today charges Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, 48, of Moscow, Russia, with leading a group of cyber criminals who developed and deployed the Qakbot malware. In connection with the charges, the Justice Department filed today a civil forfeiture complaint against over $24 million in cryptocurrency seized from Gallyamov over the course of the investigation.
NSA's AISC Releases Joint Guidance on the Risks and Best Practices in AI Data Security NSA Central Security Service 22 May 2025 -- The National Security Agency's Artificial Intelligence Security Center (AISC) is releasing the joint Cybersecurity Information Sheet (CSI), "AI Data Security: Best Practices for Securing Data Used to Train & Operate AI Systems," to provide best practices and recommendations for the data security of AI systems.
OSCE boosts Tajikistan's ministry of interior capacities in combating cybercrime OSCE 22 May 2025 -- The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe conducted two specialized practical training courses from 12 to 16 May and from 19 to 22 May 2025 focused on strengthening cybersecurity measures in Tajikistan.
PH, Australia to beef up cyber defense cooperation Philippine News Agency 22 May 2025 -- The Philippines and Australia have committed to beefing up their cyber defense cooperation.
U.S. judge says Trump administration violates court order by deporting migrants to South Sudan People's Daily 22 May 2025 -- A U.S. federal judge has ruled that the administration of President Donald Trump violated an earlier court order by attempting to deport migrants to South Sudan.
Justice Department Seizes Domains Behind Major Information-Stealing Malware Operation US Dept. of Justice 21 May 2025 -- Coordinated Microsoft Actions and Court-Authorized Domain Seizures Disrupt LummaC2 Malware Infrastructure Used to Target Millions Worldwide
NSA and Others Publish Advisory Warning of Russian State-sponsored Cyber Campaign Targeting Western Logistics and Technology Entities NSA Central Security Service 21 May 2025 -- The National Security Agency (NSA) is joining several United States and foreign entities to release the Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA), "Russian GRU Targeting Western Logistics Entities and Technology Companies," to call attention to a Russia state-sponsored cyber campaign targeting Western government organizations and commercial logistics entities, transportation services, and technology companies, including those involved in providing assistance to Ukraine.
U.S. administration reportedly starts deporting migrants to South Sudan People's Daily 21 May 2025 -- The U.S. administration has reportedly started deporting Myanmar and Vietnamese migrants to South Sudan, despite a court order prohibiting such removals to third countries, media reported, citing court documents filed by the migrants' attorneys.
Reward of Up to $2 Million for Information Leading to Arrest and/or Conviction of Uruguayan Narcotics Trafficker and Money Launderer US Dept. of State 21 May 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is announcing a reward offer under the Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program (TOCRP) of up to $2 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction, in any country, of Uruguayan narcotics trafficker and money launderer Sebastian Marset.
Sanctioning High Ranking Members of Cártel del Noreste US Dept. of State 21 May 2025 -- Today, the United States is sanctioning Miguel Ángel de Anda Ledezma and Ricardo González Sauceda, two high-ranking members of the Mexico-based Cártel del Noreste (CDN), formerly known as Los Zetas.
Treasury Sanctions High-Ranking Members of Foreign Terrorist Organization Cartel del Noreste US Treasury 21 May 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned two high-ranking members of the Mexico-based Cartel del Noreste (CDN), formerly known as Los Zetas. CDN, one of the most violent drug trafficking organizations in Mexico and a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), exerts significant influence over the border region, especially near the Laredo/Nuevo Laredo point of entry.
Interview: Official from China's National Disease Control and Prevention Administration responds to media questions on WHO Pandemic Agreement Global Times 21 May 2025 -- The 78th World Health Assembly held in Geneva, Switzerland, announced the adoption of the Pandemic Agreement on Tuesday.
China urges U.S. to stop politicizing COVID-19 origins tracing People's Daily 21 May 2025 -- A spokesperson for the Chinese Mission to the United Nations Office at Geneva on Tuesday urged the United States to end its politicization of COVID-19 origins tracing and stop exerting pressure on international organizations.
Chinese Vice Premier meets WHO head, calling on safeguarding scientific integrity and seriousness of COVID19 origin-tracing research Global Times 20 May 2025 -- During his meeting with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus during the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) on Monday, Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that China remains committed to advancing the Healthy China initiative and firmly supports the WHO's leadership and coordinating role in global health governance, according to the Xinhua News Agency.
No significant change observed in clinical severity of the COVID-19: China CDC researcher Global Times 20 May 2025 -- A researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (China CDC) said on Tuesday that recent COVID-19 outbreaks in some countries and regions have shown a slight upward trend, but there has been no significant change in the clinical severity of the disease.
Nations adopt historic pledge to guard against future pandemics UN News 20 May 2025 -- After three years of negotiations sparked by the COVID-19 crisis, countries have adopted the world's first-ever international agreement to better prevent, prepare for, and respond to future pandemics. The new accord marks a major step towards ensuring stronger global cooperation to protect lives and avoid the devastating consequences of future outbreaks.
World Health Assembly adopts historic Pandemic Agreement to make the world more equitable and safer from future pandemics WHO 20 May 2025 -- Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) today formally adopted by consensus the world's first Pandemic Agreement. The landmark decision by the 78th World Health Assembly culminates more than three years of intensive negotiations launched by governments in response to the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and driven by the goal of making the world safer from - and more equitable in response to - future pandemics.
UK adopts historic Pandemic Agreement UK FCDO 20 May 2025 -- Better protections for British public and NHS thanks to deal adopted at the World Health Assembly in Geneva.
World Health Assembly adopts new Pandemic Agreement Finnish Government 20 May 2025 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) is holding its 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva on 19-27 May. The Finnish delegation to the Assembly is led by Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen. The Assembly adopted the new WHO Pandemic Agreement on 20 May.
Organized crime groups increasingly embedded in gold supply chain UN News 20 May 2025 -- The global drive for renewable energy technologies has sharply increased demand for so-called critical minerals, heightening the risk of crime, corruption, and instability across supply chains as organised crime groups infiltrate the mining industry.
Increasing cyber defence: Switzerland takes part in the PESCO project "Cyber Ranges Federations" Federal Council - Swiss Government 20 May 2025 -- Switzerland will take part in the European PESCO project "Cyber Ranges Federations". The EU Council approved participation today. The goal of the project is to network national cyber training infrastructures with each other to enable realistic, ambitious and efficient training in the area of cyber defence.
PESCO: Switzerland will be invited to participate in the 'Cyber Ranges Federations' project EC/CEU 20 May 2025 -- The Council adopted today a decision confirming that the participation of Switzerland in the PESCO project 'Cyber Ranges Federations' meets the general conditions set out in Decision (CFSP) 2020/1639 of November 2020, and will bring substantial added value and mutual benefit to the project, given its work developing the Swiss Cyber Training Range and Cyber-Defence Campus.
Cyber: EU and Republic of Korea hold 7th Cyber Dialogue in Seoul European External Action Service (EEAS) 20 May 2025 -- On 20 May, the European Union and the Republic of Korea held their seventh Cyber Dialogue in Seoul.
Guangzhou tech firm hit by overseas cyberattack with distinct signs of cyber warfare: public security authorities Global Times 20 May 2025 -- The Guangzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau's Tianhe District Branch on Tuesday released a police report stating that a tech company in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, was targeted by overseas hackers in a cyberattack, prompting the police to initiate an investigation. The police revealed that the attack has a clear political background and shows distinct signs of cyber warfare. The Global Times will continue to follow the progress of the investigation on the case.
Chinese police probe cyber attack targeting sci-tech company by overseas hackers People's Daily 20 May 2025 -- The backend system of the self-service equipment of a science and technology company based in Guangzhou, capital city of south China's Guangdong Province, was subjected to a cyberattack with malicious code uploaded, said a local police report released Tuesday.
New Hampshire Army National Guard Hosts 2025 Cyber Yankee Training Exercise Army News 20 May 2025 -- The New Hampshire National Guard hosted more than 300 participants from the military, government, private industry, and state partnership countries for a two-week cyber defense exercise May 5-16 at the Edward Cross Training Complex in Pembroke.
773rd's Inactivation Ceremony Army News 20 May 2025 -- The 773rd Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team (WMD CST) furled its guidon for the last time during an inactivation ceremony hosted by the 7th Mission Support Command (MSC) at Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, Germany, May 9, 2025.
Arizona National Guard's Task Force SAFE strengthens border security Army News 19 May 2025 -- In an effort to disrupt the flow of illegal drugs into the United States, Arizona National Guard members with Task Force SAFE — Stopping Arizona's Fentanyl Epidemic — support U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the Arizona-Mexico border.
Member States approve WHO Pandemic Agreement in World Health Assembly Committee, paving way for its formal adoption WHO 19 May 2025 -- World Health Organization Member States, meeting today in Committee A of the World Health Assembly, approved a resolution that calls for the adoption of an historic global compact to make the world safer from future pandemics. The WHO Pandemic Agreement will next be considered for final adoption by the Assembly on Tuesday during the plenary session.
Cyber attacks may call for government-level decision-making: Finland steps up shared expertise through national cyber exercises Finnish Government 19 May 2025 -- A national cyber exercise ("KYHA") brought together more than 120 central government employees to improve their technical skills and mutual cooperation against cyber attacks.
Rewards for Justice - Reward Offer for Information on Hizballah Financial Networks in the Tri-Border Area US Dept. of State 19 May 2025 -- The U.S. Department of State's Rewards for Justice (RFJ) program, which is administered by the Diplomatic Security Service, has a standing reward offer of up to $10 million for information leading to the disruption of the financial mechanisms of the terrorist organization Hizballah.
British Charging Of Iranians In UK Ramps Up Diplomatic Spat With Tehran RFE/RL 19 May 2025 -- Simmering tensions between Tehran and London are threatening to boil over after each country summoned the other's senior diplomats on May 19 over the charging of three Iranians with aiding a foreign spy agency to carry out activities on British territory.
Foreign Ministry summons British chargé d'affaires over illegal arrest of Iranian expats IRNA 19 May 2025 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran summoned Britain's chargé d'affaires in Tehran (in the absence of the ambassador) in response to the illegal arrest of some Iranian expatriates.
Tehran strongly protests detention of Iranians in UK Press TV 19 May 2025 -- Iran has summoned the British charge d'affaires in Tehran following the suspicious and unjustified detention of a number of Iranian nationals in the UK.
Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom: FCDO statement UK FCDO 19 May 2025 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has today summoned the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Kingdom.
Three sentenced to death over Shahcheragh terrorist attacks Press TV 18 May 2025 -- An Iranian Islamic Revolution Court in Shiraz has sentenced 3 of the 7 remaining perpetrators convicted of terrorism charges related to the Shahcheragh attacks to death.
FBI says deadly Palm Springs fertility clinic explosion 'act of terrorism' Press TV 18 May 2025 -- After an explosion that shook a California fertility clinic on Saturday killing one person, the Federal Bureau of Investigation officials (FBI) classified the incident a deliberate act of terror.
Countries set to adopt 'vital' pandemic preparedness accord UN News 18 May 2025 -- Could the world be better prepared for the next pandemic? As nations continue to deal with COVID-19's lasting effects, that question is at the heart of an international agreement set to be negotiated in Geneva.
UK Charges 3 Iranian Nationals In Alleged Attack Plot Against Journalists RFE/RL 17 May 2025 -- British counterterrorism authorities have charged three Iranian nationals under the National Security Act in what authorities allege were actions linked to a plan to "commit serious violence" against persons in Britain, later identified as journalists.
Three men charged with National Security Act offences UK CPS 17 May 2025 -- Frank Ferguson, Head of the CPS Special Crime and Counter Terrorism Division, said: "Following a review of the evidence provided by the Metropolitan Police Service's Counter Terrorism Command, we have authorised criminal charges against three Iranian nationals."
QC court convicts top terror finance conduit Philippine News Agency 16 May 2025 -- A Quezon City court has convicted a 32-year-old woman to up to 20 years in prison for her part in the financing network of extremist groups in Southeast Asia, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said Friday.
DOD Leaders Urge Congress to Bolster Cyberdefenses DoD News 16 May 2025 -- Defense Department leaders delivered a stark warning about adversaries exploiting cyberspace and threatening national security during a House Armed Services Committee cyber, information technologies and innovation subcommittee hearing in Washington today.
Mexican National and Alleged Alien Smuggler Indicted on First Material Support of Terrorism Charges Against CJNG Member US Dept. of Justice 16 May 2025 -- An indictment unsealed today in the Western District of Texas is the first in the nation to charge a Mexican national with providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization based on her involvement with the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), including providing the cartel with grenades and engaging in alien smuggling, firearms trafficking, bulk cash smuggling, and narcotics trafficking on its behalf.
U.S. Homeland Security seeks 20,000 National Guard troops for immigration crackdown: report People's Daily 16 May 2025 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has requested more than 20,000 National Guard members to help with the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, reported The New York Times on Thursday.
Thirty Gang Members and Associates Indicted on Racketeering, Murder, Drug Trafficking, Fraud, and Firearm Charges US Dept. of Justice 15 May 2025 -- An eight-count indictment was unsealed in the Southern District of Georgia charging 30 defendants - all alleged Sex Money Murder (SMM) gang members and associates - with crimes including racketeering (RICO) conspiracy, murder in aid of racketeering, conspiracy to commit murder in aid of racketeering, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and related firearm and drug trafficking crimes.
Leader of Prolific Guatemalan Drug Trafficking Organization and Guatemalan Politician Who Supplied Tons of Cocaine to the Sinaloa Cartel Presented in U.S. District Court US Dept. of Justice 15 May 2025 -- Today, Freddy Arnoldo Salazar Flores of Guatemala, a representative of the Central American Parliament, made his initial appearance in federal court in the District of Columbia. Salazar Flores voluntarily returned from abroad to the United States on May 14.
New report sheds light on the fight against organized crime in Denmark and Sweden Police of Finland 15 May 2025 -- The report underpinned the update of the strategy against organized crime and the implementation of the Government Program in Finland.
Targeting Hizballah Finance Operations and Support Network US Dept. of State 15 May 2025 -- The United States sanctioned a network of senior Hizballah officials and financial facilitators.
Treasury Disrupts Financial Facilitation Network Supporting Hizballah Terrorists US Treasury 15 May 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is targeting two senior Hizballah officials and two financial facilitators for their roles in coordinating financial transfers for Hizballah. These individuals, based in Lebanon and Iran, work closely with Hizballah leadership to send money to the group from overseas donors. These donations are a significant portion of the terrorist group's overall budget. In addition to managing and processing funding for Hizballah within Lebanon, one of these individuals is responsible for overseeing financial activity for Hizballah-aligned groups around the world.
PM Modi has redefined India's policy against terrorism, any attack on Indian soil will be considered as an act of war: Raksha Mantri in Srinagar India PIB 15 May 2025 -- "Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has redefined India's policy against terrorism which now says that any attack on Indian soil will be considered as an act of war," said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while addressing the brave Indian Army soldiers at Badami Bagh Cantt, Srinagar on May 15, 2025
Michigan Man Arrested and Charged with Attempting to Attack Military Base on Behalf of ISIS US Dept. of Justice 14 May 2025 -- A Melvindale man - and former member of the Michigan Army National Guard - was arrested today after he attempted to carry out a plan to conduct a mass-shooting at a U.S. military base in Warren, Michigan, on behalf of the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a foreign terrorist organization.
Arizona National Guard's Task Force SAFE Strengthens Border Security Army News 13 May 2025 -- In an effort to disrupt the flow of illegal drugs into the United States, Arizona National Guard members with Task Force SAFE — Stopping Arizona's Fentanyl Epidemic — support U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the Arizona-Mexico border.
N.Y. National Guard Aircrews Train with Forest Rangers to Prep for Wildfires Army News 13 May 2025 -- New York Army National Guard helicopter crews partnered May 8 with state Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers to hone their firefighting skills along the Hudson River near Schuylerville.
Sinaloa Cartel Leaders Charged with Narco-Terrorism, Material Support of Terrorism and Drug Trafficking US Dept. of Justice 13 May 2025 -- An indictment unsealed today is the first in the nation to charge alleged leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel with narco-terrorism and material support of terrorism in connection with trafficking massive amounts of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and heroin into the United States.
China sees slight uptick in COVID infections, but scale within manageable range Global Times 13 May 2025 -- In recent weeks, China has observed a slight uptick in COVID-19 infections, though experts emphasize the situation remains within a manageable and relatively stable range, People's Daily's health channel reported on Tuesday.
US: Türk raises human rights concerns about deportations OHCHR 13 May 2025 -- The deportation over recent months of large numbers of non-nationals from the United States of America, especially to countries other than those of their origin, raises a number of human rights concerns, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk said on Tuesday.
US deportations raise serious human rights concerns UN News 13 May 2025 -- The UN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Türk has voiced concern over the recent deportation of large numbers of non-nationals from the United States, particularly to third countries.
US Revokes Temporary Protection For Thousands Of Afghans RFE/RL 13 May 2025 -- The US Department of Homeland Security on May 12 announced an end to temporary protections for some Afghans living in the United States citing improved security and economic conditions in Afghanistan.
DHS Terminating Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan DHS 12 May 2025 -- Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem today announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan. The TPS designation for the country expires on May 20, 2025, and the termination will be effective on July 12, 2025.
Chinese Company and Three Chinese Nationals Indicted for Unlawfully Importing Pill-Making Equipment Used to Manufacture Controlled Substances US Dept. of Justice 12 May 2025 -- A federal grand jury returned a 21-count indictment against a Chinese company and three Chinese nationals for their alleged role in the illegal importation of pill-making equipment, the Department of Justice announced.
Head of the Criminal Division, Matthew R. Galeotti Delivers Remarks at SIFMA's Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes Conference US Dept. of Justice 12 May 2025
Cyber-attacks: Council extends sanctions and legal framework EC/CEU 12 May 2025 -- The Council today decided to prolong the restrictive measures (sanctions) against cyber-attacks threatening the EU and its member statesfor a furtheryear, until 18 May 2026.
Fourth Iranian arrested by UK 'counter-terror' police on politically-motivated charges Press TV 11 May 2025 -- British authorities have arrested another Iranian national on charges widely perceived as politically motivated and influenced by pressure from anti-Iran groups within the country.
Virginia National Guard Team Trains for Disaster Response Army News 09 May 2025 -- Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen conducted a collective training exercise responding to a simulated mass casualty radiological event at Fort Barfoot April 28 - May 2.
Cabinet approves NT$8.8 billion plan to enhance cybersecurity resilience CNA 08 May 2025 -- The Cabinet on Thursday approved a four-year plan to spend NT$8.8 billion (US$290.6 million) to strengthen the country's cybersecurity resilience.
Man Sentenced to Over 30 Years in Prison for Crypto-Terror Financing Scheme US Dept. of Justice 08 May 2025 -- A Springfield, Virginia, man was sentenced yesterday to 364 months in prison for his efforts to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization.
US' plan to deport Filipinos to Libya 'cruel, inhumane': Escudero Philippine News Agency 08 May 2025 -- Senate President Francis Escudero on Thursday condemned a reported plan by US immigration authorities to deport undocumented Asian nationals, including Filipinos, to Libya, calling the move cruel and a violation of basic human rights.
Iran rejects any involvement in a supposed plot to target Israeli embassy in London IRNA 08 May 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says that Iran categorically rejects any involvement in a supposed plot to target the Israeli embassy in London.
Iran categorically rejects involvement in alleged plot to attack Israeli embassy in UK Press TV 08 May 2025 -- Tehran has categorically rejected Western media reports about Iranian nationals being involved in an alleged plot to target the Israeli embassy in London.
Quad Concludes Simulation Exercise to Advance Indo-Pacific Logistics Network India MEA 08 May 2025 -- From April 28 to May 2, the Quad partners (Australia, India, Japan and the United States) convened at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii for a Tabletop Exercise, a simulation to launch the Quad Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN).
Cyber lethality: Multidomain training enhances readiness at exercise African Lion 2025 Army News 07 May 2025 -- Cyber capabilities are a fundamental function of modern warfighting. During African Lion 2025 (AL25) U.S. Cyber Command Soldiers joined Wyoming National Guardsmen and Tunisian Armed Forces cyber teams for an academic exchange to enhance the protection of critical infrastructure, enable secure communication and streamline battlefield coordination.
DA confirms 1st case of H5N9 bird flu strain in PH Philippine News Agency 07 May 2025 -- The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Animal Industry (DA-BAI) on Wednesday confirmed the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) Type A Subtype H5N9 in Camaligan, Camarines Sur.
Iran rejects U.K. officials' baseless allegations IRNA 07 May 2025 -- Alireza Yousefi, the director-general for the Western Europe department at Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has refuted recent allegations made by UK Home Office and certain British parliamentarians against Iran following the suspicious detainment of several Iranian nationals.
Iran offers to cooperate with Britain 'if misconduct is established' in the case of arrested nationals IRNA 07 May 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran stands ready to assist Britain investigate the case of seven Iranian nationals arrested over allegations of "terrorism" if misconduct on their part is credibly established.
FM Araghchi calls for respect for rights of Iranians arrested in UK Press TV 07 May 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister has called on the UK to respect the rights of Iranians arrested in Britain, underscoring Tehran's readiness to assist investigations in the incident.
National Bureau of Investigation has completed a large terrorist offence investigation Police of Finland 06 May 2025 -- The National Bureau of Investigation has completed a large criminal investigation into terrorist offences. One person is suspected of public exhortation to an offence committed with a terrorist intent and of contributing to the activities of a terrorist group.
U.S. intelligence agencies refute Trump's deportation rationale IRNA 06 May 2025 -- U.S. intelligence agencies have released a memo, challenging the Trump administration's rationale for using the Alien Enemies Act to rapidly deport Venezuelan men to a notorious prison in El Salvador, according to The New York Times.
100 Days of Secretary Noem: Making America Safe Again DHS 05 May 2025 -- In her first 100 days on the job, Secretary Kristi Noem returned the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to its core mission of securing the homeland.
British Police Detain 7 Iranians In Two Separate Counterterrorism Operations RFE/RL 05 May 2025 -- British police have arrested eight men - including seven Iranian nationals - in two apparently unrelated counterterrorism operations, officers said on May 4, and authorities are attempting to determine if there are "any further risks" to the public.
Lao troops killed in attack tied to drug crackdown: report Radio Free Asia 05 May 2025 -- Gunmen attacked Lao military positions in Bokeo province near the northern Thai border, sources told Radio Free Asia on Monday. A news report said at least five Lao soldiers were killed in the ongoing violence that may be retaliation for a drug trafficking crackdown.
Terrorist Designations of Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif US Dept. of State 02 May 2025 -- "Today, I am announcing the State Department's designation of Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. The age of impunity for those supporting violence in Haiti is over."
Designation of Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif US Dept. of State 02 May 2025 -- The United States remains committed to protecting our national security interests and dismantling violent criminal gangs terrorizing the Haitian people.
Wang Yi on BRICS Cooperation on Counter-Terrorism and Cybersecurity PRC MofA 01 May 2025 --On April 30, 2025 local time, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs Wang Yi attended the 15th Meeting of BRICS National Security Advisers and High Representatives on National Security in Brasilia.
Colorado Army National Guard Conducts Aviation Training for Wildfire Season Army News 01 May 2025 -- For the past 10 years, the Colorado Army National Guard has partnered with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control and other key partners to host an annual wildland fire training exercise called the Colorado Fire Aviation Summit.
Three Members of a Prolific Chinese Money Laundering Organization Plead Guilty to Laundering Tens of Millions of Dollars in Drug Proceeds US Dept. of Justice 01 May 2025 -- Two Chinese nationals and a California man, all members of a prolific Chinese money laundering organization (CMLO), pleaded guilty yesterday to money laundering charges involving drug trafficking proceeds.
US Deports Over 100 Central Asian Nationals With Uzbekistan's Cooperation RFE/RL 01 May 2025 -- The United States has deported more than 100 citizens from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to Tashkent in what Uzbek officials said is part of initiative is aimed at ensuring the rights of its citizens caught in "difficult situations abroad."
Sanctioning a Key Network Involved in Fentanyl Trafficking, Fuel Theft, and Crude Oil Smuggling US Dept. of State 01 May 2025 -- The United States is leading global efforts to stop the illicit manufacture and trafficking of fentanyl, a leading cause of death of people aged 18 to 49 in the United States. Today, Treasury is targeting a key Mexico-based network involved in fentanyl trafficking, fuel theft, and crude oil smuggling.
Treasury Targets Major Mexican Cartel Involved in Fentanyl Trafficking and Fuel Theft US Treasury 01 May 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned three Mexican nationals and two Mexico-based entities involved in a drug trafficking and fuel theft network linked to the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG).

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