Inside the Islamic State prisons the west is trying to forget podcastForeign fighters in Kurdish-controlled prisons face uncertain futures as governments refuse repatriation amid security concerns and declining humanitarian aid.
Senior Islamic State Leader Killed in Joint Iraqi-U.S. Operation, Iraq SaysA senior Islamic State leader was killed in a U.S.-Iraqi joint airstrike, marking a significant counterterrorism success.
Forgotten by the west, Syria's IS prisons are under threat as militant group mobilisesThousands of suspected IS fighters remain imprisoned in Syria, largely forgotten by their home countries.
Missing Australian member of Islamic State found alive in Syrian prisonMustafa Hajj-Obeid, an Australian IS member, is found alive after six years of being unaccounted for in a prison in Syria.
Syria's new leader has two identities but which one will take the country forward?Ahmed al-Sharaa and Abu Mohammed al-Jolani represent conflicting leadership identities in the evolving power dynamics of Syria.
How Syria's revolution could reshape the Middle EastThe downfall of Bashar al-Assad is reshaping Syria and its regional dynamics, with significant implications for U.S. military strategy and humanitarian efforts.
Inside the Islamic State prisons the west is trying to forget podcastForeign fighters in Kurdish-controlled prisons face uncertain futures as governments refuse repatriation amid security concerns and declining humanitarian aid.
Senior Islamic State Leader Killed in Joint Iraqi-U.S. Operation, Iraq SaysA senior Islamic State leader was killed in a U.S.-Iraqi joint airstrike, marking a significant counterterrorism success.
Forgotten by the west, Syria's IS prisons are under threat as militant group mobilisesThousands of suspected IS fighters remain imprisoned in Syria, largely forgotten by their home countries.
Missing Australian member of Islamic State found alive in Syrian prisonMustafa Hajj-Obeid, an Australian IS member, is found alive after six years of being unaccounted for in a prison in Syria.
Syria's new leader has two identities but which one will take the country forward?Ahmed al-Sharaa and Abu Mohammed al-Jolani represent conflicting leadership identities in the evolving power dynamics of Syria.
How Syria's revolution could reshape the Middle EastThe downfall of Bashar al-Assad is reshaping Syria and its regional dynamics, with significant implications for U.S. military strategy and humanitarian efforts.
After Military Took Power, Terrorist Attacks Only Got WorseNiger's military coup claimed to improve security, but violence has increased significantly since then, particularly from jihadist groups.
Niger declares three days of mourning after mosque attack kills 44The deadly attack in Kokorou, Niger, highlights escalating violence by ISIL affiliates in the Sahel region, marking a significant security crisis.
Niger: 'Islamic State' kills dozens in mosque attack DW 03/22/2025The mosque massacre in Niger highlights the severe escalation of violence linked to the region's changing political landscape.
After Military Took Power, Terrorist Attacks Only Got WorseNiger's military coup claimed to improve security, but violence has increased significantly since then, particularly from jihadist groups.
Niger declares three days of mourning after mosque attack kills 44The deadly attack in Kokorou, Niger, highlights escalating violence by ISIL affiliates in the Sahel region, marking a significant security crisis.
Niger: 'Islamic State' kills dozens in mosque attack DW 03/22/2025The mosque massacre in Niger highlights the severe escalation of violence linked to the region's changing political landscape.
We cleared rubble with our bare hands': Iraqis rejoice as shattered Mosul rises from the ruinsThe restoration of Mosul's cultural heritage marks a hopeful return for displaced families like Sara's.
Islamic State terror threats overshadow German Carnival DW 02/26/2025Islamic State threats aim to instill fear during Cologne's Carnival rather than indicate actual attack plans.
Solingen knife attack: IS suspect charged with murder DW 02/27/2025Suspect charged with multiple murders in Solingen knife attack, raising concerns about migration and security in Germany.
A German court sentences 2 Afghans to prison for plotting to attack the Swedish parliamentThe Jena Higher Regional Court sentenced two Afghan men for planning a terrorist attack motivated by Quran burning.
Syria: Germany cautions Turkey against Kurdish conflict DW 12/23/2024A conflict between Turkey and Kurdish forces would only advantage the Islamic State, posing serious security risks to the region.
Islamic State terror threats overshadow German Carnival DW 02/26/2025Islamic State threats aim to instill fear during Cologne's Carnival rather than indicate actual attack plans.
Solingen knife attack: IS suspect charged with murder DW 02/27/2025Suspect charged with multiple murders in Solingen knife attack, raising concerns about migration and security in Germany.
A German court sentences 2 Afghans to prison for plotting to attack the Swedish parliamentThe Jena Higher Regional Court sentenced two Afghan men for planning a terrorist attack motivated by Quran burning.
Syria: Germany cautions Turkey against Kurdish conflict DW 12/23/2024A conflict between Turkey and Kurdish forces would only advantage the Islamic State, posing serious security risks to the region.
Terror threats overshadow German Carnival DW 02/26/2025Islamists have threatened attacks on Cologne's Carnival, aiming to unsettle the population while authorities bolster security measures.
Attacker with ISIS flag drives truck into New Orleans crowd, killing 15A terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year's Eve killed at least 15 people, raising concerns over safety and security measures.
New Orleans: FBI probing terrorism after deadly truck attack DW 01/02/2025A vehicle attack in New Orleans resulted in 15 deaths and is being investigated as an act of terrorism involving possible accomplices.
New Orleans Attacker Had Transmitter to Set Off Explosives, F.B.I. SaysThe New Orleans attack showcases a planned act of terrorism inspired by extremist ideologies, highlighting the potential dangers during celebrations.
Thursday Morning What's Up: New Orleans Death Toll Rises to 15US Army veteran Shamsud-Din Jabbar committed a New Orleans attack, showing recent radicalization towards Islamic State and expressing violence intentions shortly before.
What to know about ISIS, thought to have inspired the New Orleans attackerThe New Orleans attack is linked to Islamic State-inspired extremism, highlighting ongoing threats despite the group's territorial losses.
Terror threats overshadow German Carnival DW 02/26/2025Islamists have threatened attacks on Cologne's Carnival, aiming to unsettle the population while authorities bolster security measures.
Attacker with ISIS flag drives truck into New Orleans crowd, killing 15A terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year's Eve killed at least 15 people, raising concerns over safety and security measures.
New Orleans: FBI probing terrorism after deadly truck attack DW 01/02/2025A vehicle attack in New Orleans resulted in 15 deaths and is being investigated as an act of terrorism involving possible accomplices.
New Orleans Attacker Had Transmitter to Set Off Explosives, F.B.I. SaysThe New Orleans attack showcases a planned act of terrorism inspired by extremist ideologies, highlighting the potential dangers during celebrations.
Thursday Morning What's Up: New Orleans Death Toll Rises to 15US Army veteran Shamsud-Din Jabbar committed a New Orleans attack, showing recent radicalization towards Islamic State and expressing violence intentions shortly before.
What to know about ISIS, thought to have inspired the New Orleans attackerThe New Orleans attack is linked to Islamic State-inspired extremism, highlighting ongoing threats despite the group's territorial losses.
What we know about the explosive devices used by New Orleans attackerA man killed 14 people in New Orleans on New Year's Day and had bombmaking materials and links to ISIS.
Morocco says it has broken up 'Islamic State' cell DW 02/25/2025Morocco foiled an imminent terrorist plot by an ISIS-linked cell, revealing the growing threat of extremism in the Sahel.
The FBI arrested an Afghan man who officials say was planning an Election Day attackAn Afghan man plotted an Election Day attack inspired by the Islamic State, revealing significant concerns about domestic extremist violence in the U.S.
FBI says driver in New Orleans rampage acted alone, was '100 percent' inspired by Islamic State groupThe attack in New Orleans was a premeditated act of terrorism inspired by the Islamic State.
New Orleans attack: Biden says Islamic State-inspired driver 'had expressed desire to kill'A US Army veteran's attack during New Year's celebrations in New Orleans led to the death of 15 people, marked as a terrorist act by the FBI.
Afghan national arrested for plotting US election day attack DW 10/09/2024An Afghan national was arrested for planning an attack on election day, motivated by Islamic State ideology and seeking martyrdom.
What we know about the explosive devices used by New Orleans attackerA man killed 14 people in New Orleans on New Year's Day and had bombmaking materials and links to ISIS.
Morocco says it has broken up 'Islamic State' cell DW 02/25/2025Morocco foiled an imminent terrorist plot by an ISIS-linked cell, revealing the growing threat of extremism in the Sahel.
The FBI arrested an Afghan man who officials say was planning an Election Day attackAn Afghan man plotted an Election Day attack inspired by the Islamic State, revealing significant concerns about domestic extremist violence in the U.S.
FBI says driver in New Orleans rampage acted alone, was '100 percent' inspired by Islamic State groupThe attack in New Orleans was a premeditated act of terrorism inspired by the Islamic State.
New Orleans attack: Biden says Islamic State-inspired driver 'had expressed desire to kill'A US Army veteran's attack during New Year's celebrations in New Orleans led to the death of 15 people, marked as a terrorist act by the FBI.
Afghan national arrested for plotting US election day attack DW 10/09/2024An Afghan national was arrested for planning an attack on election day, motivated by Islamic State ideology and seeking martyrdom.
Suspected IS militants on trial for kidnapping French journalistsTestimonies at the trial confirm the identification of kidnappers, focusing on the brutality of Mehdi Nemmouche, a key defendant in the case.
Austria stabbing 'Islamist attack,' interior minister says DW 02/16/2025A knife attack in Villach linked to Islamic State resulted in one death and five injuries, raising concerns over online radicalization.
The U.S. Should Fully Withdraw From IraqThe U.S. and Iraq have reached a crucial agreement to reduce the U.S. military presence in Iraq, emphasizing a need for transition rather than prolonged engagement.
U.S. Military Conducts Airstrikes Against Islamic State Operatives in SomaliaU.S. airstrikes in Somalia mark a renewed commitment to counterterrorism under Trump, targeting IS operatives with no reported civilian casualties.
Sweeping Iraq Raid Killed 4 ISIS LeadersA significant U.S.-Iraqi counterterrorism operation dismantled ISIS leadership in Iraq, targeting key figures during a resurgence of attacks.
The U.S. Should Fully Withdraw From IraqThe U.S. and Iraq have reached a crucial agreement to reduce the U.S. military presence in Iraq, emphasizing a need for transition rather than prolonged engagement.
U.S. Military Conducts Airstrikes Against Islamic State Operatives in SomaliaU.S. airstrikes in Somalia mark a renewed commitment to counterterrorism under Trump, targeting IS operatives with no reported civilian casualties.
Sweeping Iraq Raid Killed 4 ISIS LeadersA significant U.S.-Iraqi counterterrorism operation dismantled ISIS leadership in Iraq, targeting key figures during a resurgence of attacks.
Kurdish general urges Trump to leave US troops in north-east SyriaUS military presence in northeastern Syria is crucial to prevent a resurgence of Islamic State, according to Kurdish forces leader Gen Mazloum Abdi.
Mali army claims arrest of IS-linked group leader DW 01/05/2025Mali's forces arrested key figures of Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, highlighting ongoing counter-terrorism efforts amid escalating violence in the region.
Kurdish general urges Trump to leave US troops in north-east SyriaUS military presence in northeastern Syria is crucial to prevent a resurgence of Islamic State, according to Kurdish forces leader Gen Mazloum Abdi.
Mali army claims arrest of IS-linked group leader DW 01/05/2025Mali's forces arrested key figures of Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, highlighting ongoing counter-terrorism efforts amid escalating violence in the region.
New Orleans: FBI probes terrorist' links in truck attack that killed 15 people latest updatesA US army veteran drove a pickup truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 15 on New Year's Eve, and was identified as a terrorist.
Suspect in New Orleans Attack Is Identified: What We KnowShamsud-Din Jabbar, suspected of the New Orleans attack, has a military background and potential links to extremist ideologies.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Chinese Suppliers To Pakistan's Ballistic Missile ProgramA Taliban-sanctioned attack resulted in numerous civilian deaths in Afghanistan, reflecting ongoing instability and sectarian tensions.
Afghanistan: Taliban minister killed in suicide bombing DW 12/11/2024The suicide bombing in Kabul that killed Khalil Ur Rahman Haqqani points to rising tensions between the Taliban and Islamic State.
49 Ukrainians Freed In Latest Prisoner Swap With RussiaCivilians were attacked and killed by unknown gunmen in Afghanistan, with IS claiming responsibility for the violence against the Hazara community.
Biden, Starmer Reaffirm Support For Ukraine But Weapons Restrictions Remain In PlaceTaliban confirmed civilians were killed in a shooting attack, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility, revealing ongoing violence in Afghanistan.
Russia Declares Poland-Based Belsat TV 'Undesirable'Taliban confirmed civilian deaths in a gun attack on Hazara community in Afghanistan.Islamic State claimed responsibility for the deadly attack on pilgrims.
U.S. Black Rights Activists Convicted On Charges Linking Them To Promoting Russian ViewsCivilians were attacked in Daykundi Province, Afghanistan, with reports of multiple fatalities, raising concerns about violence against minority groups.The attack highlights security vulnerabilities and targeted violence against Hazara civilians, particularly during significant cultural gatherings.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Chinese Suppliers To Pakistan's Ballistic Missile ProgramA Taliban-sanctioned attack resulted in numerous civilian deaths in Afghanistan, reflecting ongoing instability and sectarian tensions.
Afghanistan: Taliban minister killed in suicide bombing DW 12/11/2024The suicide bombing in Kabul that killed Khalil Ur Rahman Haqqani points to rising tensions between the Taliban and Islamic State.
49 Ukrainians Freed In Latest Prisoner Swap With RussiaCivilians were attacked and killed by unknown gunmen in Afghanistan, with IS claiming responsibility for the violence against the Hazara community.
Biden, Starmer Reaffirm Support For Ukraine But Weapons Restrictions Remain In PlaceTaliban confirmed civilians were killed in a shooting attack, with the Islamic State claiming responsibility, revealing ongoing violence in Afghanistan.
Russia Declares Poland-Based Belsat TV 'Undesirable'Taliban confirmed civilian deaths in a gun attack on Hazara community in Afghanistan.Islamic State claimed responsibility for the deadly attack on pilgrims.
U.S. Black Rights Activists Convicted On Charges Linking Them To Promoting Russian ViewsCivilians were attacked in Daykundi Province, Afghanistan, with reports of multiple fatalities, raising concerns about violence against minority groups.The attack highlights security vulnerabilities and targeted violence against Hazara civilians, particularly during significant cultural gatherings.
Sweden charges Islamic State woman in landmark trialA Swedish woman is charged with genocide and war crimes for keeping Yazidi women and children as slaves between 2014 and 2016.
Mediha review remarkable Yazidi victim of Islamic State's sexual slavery tells her own storyA poignant documentary by Hasan Oswald features Mediha Ibrahim Alhamad, a Yazidi girl confronting trauma and hope amidst her family's heartbreaking story.
Sweden charges Islamic State woman in landmark trialA Swedish woman is charged with genocide and war crimes for keeping Yazidi women and children as slaves between 2014 and 2016.
Mediha review remarkable Yazidi victim of Islamic State's sexual slavery tells her own storyA poignant documentary by Hasan Oswald features Mediha Ibrahim Alhamad, a Yazidi girl confronting trauma and hope amidst her family's heartbreaking story.
U.S. downplays talk of Iraq withdrawal, says troops will stay in SyriaU.S. military presence in Iraq is evolving, aiming for a sustainable partnership against threats like Iranian-backed militias while maintaining operational capabilities against ISIS.
Iraq bans alcohol in hotels and clubs, bringing country close to near-total banIraq has officially banned alcohol in social clubs and hotels, marking a significant regression in alcohol accessibility.
U.S. downplays talk of Iraq withdrawal, says troops will stay in SyriaU.S. military presence in Iraq is evolving, aiming for a sustainable partnership against threats like Iranian-backed militias while maintaining operational capabilities against ISIS.
Iraq bans alcohol in hotels and clubs, bringing country close to near-total banIraq has officially banned alcohol in social clubs and hotels, marking a significant regression in alcohol accessibility.
Murdered David Amess' daughter says he was catastrophically' failed by Home OfficeThe daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess criticizes the government's Prevent programme for failing to protect her father from his attacker.