UK: Man denies making explosive device in shed

A man has appeared in court charged with making explosive substances. Harry Whittaker, 31, of Caddington, near Luton, Bedfordshire, denied three counts of unlawfully creating a “nitrate-based low-explosive composition such as the explosive substance black powder”. Appearing at the Old Read More …

Ukraine: Bomb disposal experts defuse 250-kilogram air bomb in Donetsk Oblast

The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) bomb disposal experts have defused a 250 kg high-explosive air bomb that fell on the grounds of a household in Kostiantynivka, “A 250 kg high-explosive air bomb was removed by SES bomb disposal Read More …

California: Crews detonate suspected pipe bomb found at Sacramento County recycling center

Explosive ordinance disposal teams have detonated a live device that was discovered at a recycling center in Sacramento County on Monday. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office says they first got a report about a suspected pipe bomb near Watt Avenue Read More …

UK: Controlled explosion after ‘mortar round’ found in Lincolnshire

A controlled explosion was due to be carried out following the discovery of what was believed to be a mortar round in a Lincolnshire village. The device was found in Caythorpe, near Sleaford, on Monday afternoon. Earlier, police set up Read More …

Czech Republic: Ammunition explosion kills one soldier, injures eight in Libava

An unspecified ammunition exploded in the Libavá military training area, which is located in the Olomouc Region, on Monday before noon. One person died, eight people were injured. The incident is being investigated by the Military Police. Czech Defence Minister Read More …

Spain: Menacing ISIS cell calling for attacks on Euros players busted after propaganda network spewing threats was unearthed

A sinister ISIS ring that called for attacks on Euro players has been snared after a major operation in Spain. Spanish cops uncovered a twisted propaganda network urging their followers to target Real Madrid football players. The extremist unit shared Read More …

UK: Major delays at Birmingham Airport over 100ml liquid limit

New 3D scanners could spell the end of frustrating liquid limits at airports but there have been major delays in installing the new tech in the UK. The UK’s Birmingham Airport saw major delays this weekend amid confusion over new Read More …

Pakistan: Four die in Kurram IED explosion

At least four members of a family were killed when an improvised explosive device (IED) went off in the Kurram tribal district on Sunday, while police claimed to have gunned down a militant commander during an operation in Lakki Marwat. Read More …

Malian Army Kills 42 Suspected Terrorists After Attack Leaves 5 Soldiers Wounded

The Malian army claims to have killed 42 suspected terrorists after a “complex car bomb ambush” suffered by the military on the road linking the towns of Menaka and Ansongo in the east of the country, leaving five soldiers wounded. Read More …

UK: Unexploded bombs and mines could be detonated for wind farm work

Scores of unexploded Second World War bombs and mines off the Norfolk coast could have to be blown up to pave the way for a huge wind farm. Danish energy firm Ørsted wants to build its £8bn Hornsea 3 project Read More …

The Netherlands: Explosion causes fire at a house in Uden

A fire broke out at a villa on the Heinsbergenstraat in Uden on Saturday night after something was thrown against the front door. Police are talking about a possible explosive liquid that caused the fire, but that is still under Read More …

Syria: Five SAA soldiers killed in IED blast in Palmyra desert

Five Damascus government forces, including an officer were killed as a result of the explosion of an explosive device planted by ISIS cell members in their car in the Palmyra desert in the eastern countryside of Homs. Read more… Source: Read More …

Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces hunt for militants after recent terror attacks

Security forces on Friday continued search operations in four districts of Jammu region to track down militants involved in the recent terror attacks. “Search operations are going in the forest area of Reasi and adjoining Arnas areas after the June Read More …

Cambodia: Fisherman discovers MK-82 aerial bomb in Phnom Penh

A fisherman has found a war-left U.S.-made MK-82 aerial bomb in a pit lake on the western outskirts of Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, a mine clearance chief said on Friday. Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC)’s director-general Heng Ratana said Read More …

Israel: Eight IDF personnel killed in armoured vehicle explosion in Rafah

Capt. Wassem Mahmoud, 23, from Beit Jann, and seven other IDF soldiers were killed in an explosion of an armored vehicle in Rafah, the IDF announced on Saturday. Mahmoud was a deputy company commander in Battalion 601 of the Combat Read More …

Somalia: Senior military officer killed in IED explosion in South West State

A senior Somali National Army officer was killed on Saturday in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) believed to have been planted by the Al-Shabaab militants in Southern Somalia, officials said, terming the death as a ‘blow’ to stabilization mission in Read More …

Lakenheath EOD hosts international exercise with NATO allies

ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England — The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team of the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron, stands at the forefront of ensuring the operational readiness and safety of Airmen and their families. Tasked with a crucial mandate, EOD Airmen Read More …

FBI Director Travels to Africa to Meet with Vital Law Enforcement and Intelligence Partners

FBI Director Christopher Wray traveled to Kenya and Nigeria this week and met with senior law enforcement and security officials to demonstrate the FBI’s continued commitment to our strong partnerships in the region and highlight ongoing cooperative efforts to combat Read More …