The Memo: 29 Jul—4 Aug 2024
The Memo from 29 Jul—4 Aug 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
Munira Mustaffa
The Memo: 22 Jul—28 Jul 2024
The Memo from 22 Jul—28 Jul 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 15 Jul—21 Jul 2024
The Memo from 15 Jul—21 Jul 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
FLASHPOINT: Deadly Mosque Attack Shocks Oman: Nine Dead as IS Claims Responsibility
An IS-claimed attack near the Imam Ali mosque in Muscat killed nine, including three gunmen. This incident highlights a broader pattern of increasing IS-related activities across the Middle East.
IN BRIEF: Bangladesh in Turmoil: Student Protests Ignite Nationwide Unrest Over Job Quotas
Violent student protests in Bangladesh over job quotas for war veterans' descendants have resulted in over 100 deaths and thousands injured, prompting a national curfew and military deployment.
The Memo: 8 Jul—14 Jul 2024
The Memo from 8 Jul—14 Jul 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
The Memo: 1 Jul—7 Jul 2024
The Memo from 1 Jul—7 Jul 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.
INSIGHT: Navigating the Strategic and Policy Implications of Jemaah Islamiyah's Dissolution in Indonesia
The dissolution of Jemaah Islamiyah may seem like a victory, but complacency is risky. Authorities must remain vigilant against potential regrouping or rebranding efforts, which could destabilise the region and attract new recruits. Continuous monitoring is essential.
INSIGHT: Contextualising Al-Qaeda's Call To Arms and Implications for Southeast Asia's Militants
The US eliminated Al-Qaeda (AQ) leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in 2022, raising doubts about the Taliban's pledge to avoid harboring AQ members. Sayf al-Adl, seen as his successor, operates from Iran. AQ's decentralisation and resurgence in Afghanistan heighten global security threats.
The Memo: 24 Jun—30 Jun 2024
The Memo from 24 Jun—30 Jun 2024: Summary of incidents, ranging from terrorism, covert actions, organised crimes, regional conflicts to cybersecurity incidents.