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Sara Harmouch

PhD Candidate, School of Public Affairs, American University
Sara Harmouch, a Lebanese national and doctoral candidate at American University’s School of Public Affairs, specializes in counterterrorism and violent extremism. She has firsthand experience with the impacts of terrorism and militancy through her upbringing and extensive fieldwork conducted across the Middle East and North Africa region. Harmouch consults for the U.S. government and the private sector and has recently briefed NATO on religious militant groups. Her research focuses on asymmetric warfare, militant groups, political violence, and threats to democracies. Her work has been featured in War on The Rocks, The Long War Journal, Lawfare, Voice of America, Orion Policy Institute, Irregular Warfare Initiative, Globe Post, and American Intelligence Journal, among others. Follow her on Twitter: @sara_harmouch

What is Hayat Tahrir al-Sham? And how did the Islamist group evolve into a key player in Syria’s civil war?

Dec 03, 2024 15:36 pm UTC| Insights & Views

A major offensive has seen rebel groups in Syria retake the countrys second city, Aleppo and demonstrated the growing prominence of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham in the 13-year-long civil war. The surprise...

How Moscow terror attack fits ISIS-K strategy to widen agenda, take fight to its perceived enemies

Mar 25, 2024 05:04 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

Russia is reeling from the worst terror strike on its soil in a generation following an attack on March 22, 2024, that killed at least 137 concertgoers in Moscow. The attack has been claimed by the Islamic State group....

Global Geopolitics Series

US raids in Iraq and Syria: How retaliatory airstrikes affect network of Iran-backed militias

Feb 05, 2024 07:18 am UTC| Insights & Views

U.S. bombers struck dozens of sites across Iraq and Syria on Feb. 2, 2024, to avenge a drone attack that killed three American service members just days earlier. The retaliatory strikes were the first following a deadly...

Economy

Gold Surges as South Korea Martial Law Uproar and Israel-Lebanon Strikes Shake Markets; Powell’s Address Looms

Gold prices climbed on Wednesday as South Koreas martial law crisis and Israel-Lebanon tensions boosted safe-haven demand. Spot gold edged up 0.1% to $2,646.53 per ounce, with traders eyeing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome...

Asia Stocks Reel from South Korea’s Martial Law Reversal and Political Turmoil

Asian stocks tumbled Wednesday, led by South Koreas KOSPI falling over 2%, as President Yoon Suk-Yeols abrupt martial law and its reversal deepened political unrest, unnerving investors across the region. Asian Stocks...

FxWirePro- Economic Events for the day

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Australia's Economy: Steady Growth Amidst Rising Challenges

In the third quarter of 2024, Australias economy grew by0.3%compared to the previous quarter, a slight improvement from the0.2%growth seen in the second quarter. This growth marks the twelfth quarter of economic expansion;...

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Politics

What is Donald Trump’s stance on cryptocurrency mining regulations in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has articulated a comprehensive approach to cryptocurrency mining regulations set to take effect in 2025. His strategy emphasizes bolstering the domestic crypto industry while implementing...

How will Donald Trump protect Americans’ retirement savings in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled a series of proposals aimed at safeguarding Americans retirement savings in 2025. These initiatives focus on tax reforms, Social Security adjustments, and modifications to...

What are Donald Trump’s plans for community policing programs in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has outlined a comprehensive strategy to enhance community policing programs in 2025, emphasizing a law and order approach. This plan includes increased funding for law enforcement, the...

What are Donald Trump’s initiatives for affordable housing in urban areas in 2025?

As housing affordability reaches a critical tipping point in urban centers across the United States, President Donald Trump has unveiled an ambitious set of initiatives aimed at addressing the crisis in 2025. The proposed...

How will Donald Trump address aviation safety concerns in 2025?

As the aviation industry faces increasing scrutiny due to rising safety concerns, President Donald Trump has announced his ambitious plans to address these issues head-on in 2025. Aviation safety has become a significant...

Science

How is Donald Trump prioritizing funding for cancer research in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a major initiative to prioritize funding for cancer research in 2025, pledging billions in federal support to combat one of the worlds leading causes of death. The plan includes...

How will Donald Trump address renewable energy research funding in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has revealed plans to reshape the U.S. renewable energy landscape in 2025, sparking debates about the administrations commitment to combating climate change. While Trumps previous term focused...

RNA editing is the next frontier in gene therapy – here’s what you need to know

The United States Food and Drug Administration has just approved the first-ever clinical trial that uses CRISPR-Cas13 RNA editing. Its aim is to treat an eye disease called wet age-related macular degeneration that causes...

From using plant rinds to high-tech materials, bike helmets have improved significantly over the past 2 centuries

Imagine its the mid-1800s, and youre riding your high-wheeled, penny-farthing bicycle down a dusty road. Sure, it may have some bumps, but if you lose your balance, youre landing on a relatively soft dirt road. But as the...

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Technology

ChatGPT Ads Could Be OpenAI’s Next Move, but Sam Altman Fears Erosion of User Trust

Facing financial strain, OpenAI is evaluating an ad model for ChatGPT. Sam Altman, however, has voiced concerns, cautioning that such a move could damage user trust and conflict with the companys ethical goals. OpenAIs...

Samsung AR Glasses May Finally Debut at Unpacked 2025 With the Galaxy S25 in Tow

Samsungs AR glasses, delayed for years, might finally debut at Unpacked 2025, launching alongside the Galaxy S25. The collaboration with Google and Qualcomm suggests a bold step forward in mixed-reality...

Samsung and SK Hynix Lead the Charge on LPDDR6-PIM Memory to Smash AI Bottlenecks

Samsung and SK Hynix, giants in the DRAM industry, have partnered to standardize LPDDR6-PIM memory. This groundbreaking effort targets AI bottlenecks and power challenges, paving the way for revolutionary performance gains...

Kia’s EV4 Breaks Cover for 2025: Entry-Level Electric Sedan to Shake Up the Affordable EV Market

Kias EV4 is officially on its way for 2025, promising to disrupt the entry-level EV market with bold design, cutting-edge technology, and starting prices around $30,000. Positioned as part of Kias push for EVs for all, the...

Tesla Scores Big as Longtime Critic Turns Bullish, Boosting Price Target from $85 to $380

Teslas stock received a major boost as Roth MKMs Craig Irwin upgraded his rating from Neutral to Buy, raising the price target to $380. Irwin, a longtime Tesla skeptic, now sees Trump-backed policies and a growing...