Mali army claims arrest of IS-linked group leader DW 01/05/2025
Mali's forces arrested key figures of Islamic State in the Greater Sahara, highlighting ongoing counter-terrorism efforts amid escalating violence in the region.
The FBI arrested an Afghan man who officials say was planning an Election Day attack
An Afghan man plotted an Election Day attack inspired by the Islamic State, revealing significant concerns about domestic extremist violence in the U.S.
Afghan national arrested for plotting US election day attack DW 10/09/2024
An Afghan national was arrested for planning an attack on election day, motivated by Islamic State ideology and seeking martyrdom.
US truck attacker was '100pc inspired by' Islamic State, but he acted alone, FBI now believes
The NY's Day truck attack was perpetrated by a lone actor, according to the FBI.
New Orleans attack: An Army veteran's path to radicalization
A seemingly successful individual contradicted his past by engaging in a tragic act of violence influenced by extremist ideology.
Islamic State's litany of horrors makes it prime FBI target
The Islamic State continues to inspire violent acts worldwide, particularly among individuals motivated by its radical ideology.
Jabbar's attack highlights the ongoing influence and adaptation of the Islamic State's tactics post-caliphate.
New Orleans attack: FBI conducts searches in Texas DW 01/02/2025
FBI is investigating a Houston resident linked to a deadly New Year's attack involving a suspected terrorist.
The FBI arrested an Afghan man who officials say was planning an Election Day attack
An Afghan man plotted an Election Day attack inspired by the Islamic State, revealing significant concerns about domestic extremist violence in the U.S.
Afghan national arrested for plotting US election day attack DW 10/09/2024
An Afghan national was arrested for planning an attack on election day, motivated by Islamic State ideology and seeking martyrdom.
US truck attacker was '100pc inspired by' Islamic State, but he acted alone, FBI now believes
The NY's Day truck attack was perpetrated by a lone actor, according to the FBI.
New Orleans attack: An Army veteran's path to radicalization
A seemingly successful individual contradicted his past by engaging in a tragic act of violence influenced by extremist ideology.
Islamic State's litany of horrors makes it prime FBI target
The Islamic State continues to inspire violent acts worldwide, particularly among individuals motivated by its radical ideology.
Jabbar's attack highlights the ongoing influence and adaptation of the Islamic State's tactics post-caliphate.
New Orleans attack: FBI conducts searches in Texas DW 01/02/2025
FBI is investigating a Houston resident linked to a deadly New Year's attack involving a suspected terrorist.
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 East
The downfall of Bashar al-Assad is reshaping Syria and its regional dynamics, with significant implications for U.S. military strategy and humanitarian efforts.
More Than Twice as Many U.S. Troops Are in Syria Than Previously Disclosed
The Pentagon revealed there are 2,000 American troops in Syria, disrupting earlier claims of 900, indicating significant military presence to combat IS threats.
U.S. Says It Killed Islamic State Militants in Syria
U.S. airstrikes in Syria targeted ISIS leaders, killing 35 operatives, indicating the continued threat and resurgence of the group in the region.
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 East
The downfall of Bashar al-Assad is reshaping Syria and its regional dynamics, with significant implications for U.S. military strategy and humanitarian efforts.
More Than Twice as Many U.S. Troops Are in Syria Than Previously Disclosed
The Pentagon revealed there are 2,000 American troops in Syria, disrupting earlier claims of 900, indicating significant military presence to combat IS threats.
U.S. Says It Killed Islamic State Militants in Syria
U.S. airstrikes in Syria targeted ISIS leaders, killing 35 operatives, indicating the continued threat and resurgence of the group in the region.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Chinese Suppliers To Pakistan's Ballistic Missile Program
A Taliban-sanctioned attack resulted in numerous civilian deaths in Afghanistan, reflecting ongoing instability and sectarian tensions.
Afghanistan: Taliban minister killed in suicide bombing DW 12/11/2024
The 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 Russia
Civilians 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 Place
Taliban 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 Views
Civilians 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 Program
A Taliban-sanctioned attack resulted in numerous civilian deaths in Afghanistan, reflecting ongoing instability and sectarian tensions.
Afghanistan: Taliban minister killed in suicide bombing DW 12/11/2024
The 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 Russia
Civilians 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 Place
Taliban 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 Views
Civilians 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 trial
A 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 story
A 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 trial
A 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 story
A 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 Syria
U.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 ban
Iraq 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 Syria
U.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 ban
Iraq has officially banned alcohol in social clubs and hotels, marking a significant regression in alcohol accessibility.
The 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.
Sweeping Iraq Raid Killed 4 ISIS Leaders
A 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 Iraq
The 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.
Sweeping Iraq Raid Killed 4 ISIS Leaders
A significant U.S.-Iraqi counterterrorism operation dismantled ISIS leadership in Iraq, targeting key figures during a resurgence of attacks.