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Social Identity Theory (SIT) and the Construction of the In-and-Out Group Narrative in "The Alienation of Muslims in Al-Andalus"

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Authored by: Rene de Klerk and Cara Rau  Screenshot from  Al-ʿUqāb Magazine Bottom Line Up Front A new Islamic State-supportive media outlet, Al-Iman Media Centre has emerged in online chatrooms. At the time of writing (1 June 2026), the Centre has released the first issue of its magazine and has advertised the second issue in its chatrooms.  The magazine is called "Al-ʿUqāb", which means "The Punishment" and is a staggering 84 pages long. Issue 1 features numerous articles covering various themes such as the Sudan war, the Gaza conflict, and colonisation in Africa.  The magazine features an article titled "The Alienation of Muslims in Al-Andalus", providing what the magazine frames as the perspective of a Muslim in modern-day Spain.  The release of this magazine comes after the media outlet released the below poster apparently urging attacks against the Pope, who represents the wider Christian community, and the upcoming Soccer World Cup. Additionally, it...
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Guardians of the Truth TV: Examining the Islamic State-Supportive Swahili-and-Luganda-Language Propaganda Ecosystem

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GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: This article contains descriptions of terrorism and graphic violence that some may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.  Guardians of the Truth (G.O.T) Television Official Logo Bottom Line Up Front An Islamic State (IS) supportive propaganda and communications outlet has emerged on numerous social media platforms. The outlet, Guardians of the Truth TV, notably sends its messaging in Swahili and Luganda to target and appeal to large groups of audiences in East Africa and the Great Lakes Region, specifically in Uganda. Estimates vary, but for context, one source states that there are over 150 million Swahili speakers and another states there are about 6 million native Luganda speakers, mostly concentrated in Uganda.  Map of areas where Swahili is spoken -  Source Uganda on Map - Source The emergence of Guardians of the Truth TV comes after Islamic State Central Africa Province (ISCAP) released a  video   which threatened a...
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C hinedu Onwe is a dedicated lawyer, academic research writer, and editor with over 3 years of experience producing high-quality, analytical content in law, international relations, and global politics. His work is driven by a deep passion for the International Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) and International Humanitarian Law (IHL), reflecting his keen interest in how legal frameworks interface and influences global peace, security, and governance.  Contact: joachimowen@gmail.com Protests and Economic Problems Threaten the Internal Stability. Source: specialeurasia.com What began as a protest over the economic decline in Tehran has turned into a national protest against the ruling political leadership in Iran. Now on its 11 th day, the protests have spread to over 200 locations across most of the 31 regions of the country. Government response has been swift, with cases of clampdown reported, leading to internet shutdowns, arrests, violent crackdowns that have resulted in over 900 ...
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Operation Absolute Resolve and the Crisis of International Order: Intelligence, Sovereignty, and the United Nations at a Breaking Point

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The U.S. operation in Venezuela, known as Operation Absolute Resolve , conducted in early January 2026, has sparked one of the most significant challenges to the international legal order since 1945. Open-source intelligence reports indicate that this operation led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who was subsequently taken into U.S. custody after coordinated air and special forces strikes (OSINT Report, 2026). Although various media and policy sources have shared details of the operation, it is important to note that many tactical and casualty reports have not been independently verified. What can be confirmed is the legal, institutional, and normative context within which this operation must be evaluated, as well as the significant consequences it holds for the United Nations system, especially the Security Council and its veto mechanism. 1.       Operational Claims and Intelligence Assessment According to open-source intelligence assessm...
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