Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged SCO members to confront state sponsored terrorism without double standards. Speaking at the regional forum, he flagged rising extremism and radicalism amid ongoing geopolitical upheavals. Singh called for coordinated global action to address evolving security threats, stressing that responses should be consistent across countries and conflicts.
A suspect, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, was arrested after trying to attack administration officials at a black-tie gala tied to a press dinner. Authorities say he had posted an “anti-Christian” manifesto and that relatives flagged his views beforehand. The incident has amplified security concerns, with Trump arguing for his planned White House ballroom as a safer venue.
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Research by Jacob N. Shapiro suggests support for extremist groups in Pakistan is strongest among the middle class. The study argues that while poorer people are more visible among perpetrators of terrorism, middle-class households can better buffer themselves from its negative effects. As a result, they may provide more financial and social backing to extremist networks.
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