Islamic State’s rivalry with al-Qaeda runs deep
Originally known as al-Qaeda in Iraq, Islamic State (IS) had been in increasing tension with bin Laden’s organization for several years before it split ties...
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Terrorist groups use the COVID-19 lockdown to expand territory
As the world begins to cautiously emerge from lockdown, it has began to look beyond its own borders. For most, lockdown has confined us to...
Missing Islamic State millions are hidden in cryptocurrency ready for use as war chest
ISIS is using cryptocurrency platforms to conceal donations and get around financial security measures, experts have revealed after a surge in advertising for donations. They...
Islamic State terrorist attacks in disputed Khanaqin reach a critical phase
Over the past six months, the so-called Islamic State has carried out 70 terrorist attacks in the disputed territories in Diyala province, killing 70 people,...
Rise in Islamic State attacks in Iraq with US withdrawal
Iraq's armed forces have launched a new campaign against terrorists from the Islamic State, after the group dramatically increased its attacks. The Islamic State has...
Rocket lands near the US embassy inside Baghdad’s Green Zone
A rocket has hit an empty house in the Iraqi capital's heavily fortified Green Zone, a military statement has said. The rocket was launched from...
The leadership of Samarra operations foiled Islamic State incursion
The leadership of Samarra Operations in Salahuddin Governorate announced on Monday, reinforcing the security forces in its borders with Anbar Governorate to prevent infiltration and...