Latest in Tag: Islamic state Highlight
Latest in Tag: Islamic state
North Sinai: Egypt’s silenced land
The Egyptian state uses the terrorism law to suppress journalists’ coverage of the North Sinai conflict
‘Islamic State’ fighters break through Kurdish lines, kill US Navy SEAL
‘IS’ fighters have regained ground after breaking through Kurdish defenses near the city of Mosul in Iraq. An American Navy SEAL was reportedly killed in the fighting.
Bin Laden in the jihadist world of ‘Islamic State’
Five years after the death of bin Laden, al Qaeda is being overshadowed by IS, which is expanding not only in Afghanistan and Pakistan but also in Bangladesh. DW examines the new challenges to the group in South Asia.
Turkey raids homes after suspected ‘Islamic State’ bombing in Gazantiep
The father of a suspected “Islamic State” militant has been detained for DNA tests and questioning. Two police officers were killed and 22 people injured in a suicide attack in Gaziantep.
Turkish PM vows to protect Kilis as rocket strikes increase
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has said all measures will be taken to prevent missile fire in Kilis. The town, bordering an IS-controlled region in Syria, has repeatedly come under fire in recent weeks.
3 officers injured in Al-Arish explosion
No one has claimed responsibility for the attack yet
Between death and kidnapping: fate of missing officer still unknown
‘Sinai Province’ video documents Al-Safa checkpoint attack, showing two alleged soldiers fleeing the scene, while the family of missing officer still hopes for his return
Iraqi army failings cast doubt on Mosul offensive
A stalled offensive at the town of Makmour highlights the shortcomings of the Iraqi army, which is preparing to retake Iraq’s second largest city from the so-called “Islamic State.”
Putin’s ‘completely fulfilled’ task in Syria
Since Russia was declared to officially be present in the Middle East, and following the extended presence of its military in Syria, speculations splashed media platforms around the globe. Observers saw Russia’s decision to enter Syria as a long-term strategy, so the abrupt announcement of Russian president Vladimir Putin to withdraw most of his forces …
Syria state media reports Palmyra retaken from ‘Islamic State’
Regime forces backed by Russian airstrikes have taken full control of Palmyra after a three week battle, state media has reported. A monitoring group says hundreds of extremists have been killed.
Suicide bomber strikes soccer stadium near Baghdad, killing at least 30
A suicide bomber has blown himself up on a soccer field as trophies were being presented after a local tournament south of Baghdad. At least 30 people were killed in the attack.
US-led strikes kill ‘IS finance minister’ al-Qaduli
The “finance minister” for the “Islamic State” (IS) Mustafa Al-Qaduli has been killed, US secretary of defence Ashton Carter said.
Turkey blames ‘Islamic State’ for Istanbul suicide bombing
Ala identified the bomber as Mehmet Ozturk, who was born in 1992 in the southern Turkish town of Gaziantep, close to the Syrian border
Turkey blames ‘Islamic State’ for Istanbul suicide bombing
Turkish Interior Minister Efkan Ala has said an “Islamic State” (IS) sympathizer carried out Istanbul’s deadly suicide bombing. The country has stepped up security during Newroz spring celebrations.
13 policemen and soldiers killed in Al-Arish attack
Thirteen policemen and soldiers were killed on Saturday night in an attack that targeted a security checkpoint in Sinai’s Al-Arish. The Ministry of Interior announced that a mortar attack targeted Al-Safa checkpoint, killing two police officers, a policeman and 10 soldiers. A different narrative came from the “Sinai Province”, who claimed responsibility for the …
US: Islamic State crimes against religious minorities constitute genocide’
John Kerry has accused the so-called “Islamic State” (IS) of committing crimes against humanity. Specific minorities are being targeted by the hardline Islamist militants.
Russia mulls resuming direct flights to Egypt
Russia’s top diplomat has announced Moscow’s intentions to resume flights to Egypt after 2015’s aviation tragedy. Metrojet, the downed aircraft’s operator, was banned from undertaking domestic and international flights.
15 Egyptians workers in Libya freed after alleged kidnapping
Egyptian Foreign Ministry denies IS involvement and says they were detained for illegal immigration, while relatives confirm legal status
US captures ‘IS’ chemical weapons specialist in Iraq
US media has reported that the army is holding a high-level weapons advisor to the ‘Islamic State’ group. The man has admitted to helping the jihadists in their quest to develop more concentrated mustard gas.
Jihadist football: Contrary visions of a future Syria
A football star-turned-protest leader-turned-jihadist encourages peaceful anti-Bashar Al-Assad protests in Syrian rebel-held territory. Nearby, in “Islamic State” (IS)-controlled territory, young boys play football with decapitated heads. The contrast is rife with symbolism. It potentially offers alternative ways of understanding the parameters within which at least some Syrians who joined jihadist groups operate. It also provides …
IED blast kills three soldiers in Sinai
Three soldiers were killed Wednesday during an attack on an army patrol near Sinai’s Sheikh Zuweid. An IED ambush caught the patrol near Al-Wahshi checkpoint. At least one soldier was injured, according to local reports. The army is yet to officially announce its account of the attack. The Sinai Province, affiliated to the “Islamic State” …
Air strikes on IS continue in Libya
The US did not consult with Libyan authorities on those strikes, says Libyan army spokesman
Air strikes on IS continue in Libya
The US did not consult with Libyan authorities on those strikes, says Libyan army spokesman
Ceasefire agreement in Syria comes into effect
Russia announced it will halt strikes in Syria Saturday except against terror groups not included in the deal
Syrian regime accepts US-Russian backed ceasefire agreement
According to the agreement, the regime troops and its allies will halt any military action against the moderate opposition and vice versa
‘Sinai Province’ continues to claim ‘Islamic police authority’
Sinai tribes are in desperate need of protection from IS, says senior tribal figure
Iraq sentences 40 ‘IS’ members to death over Tikrit massacre
The mass killing of up to 1,700 Shiite soldiers became a symbol of IS brutality
Saudi Arabia’s Syria strategy: Rewriting the Middle East’s political map
Saudi Arabia has raised the ante in its battle with Iran by publicly committing to send ground troops to Syria. This latest move by the Saudis is aimed at drawing the US into a more direct involvement to confront “Islamic State”, as well as the de facto alliance of Russia and Iran to keep Syrian …
UAE joins forces with Saudi Arabia, announces it is prepared to send troops to Syria
Any serious operation against IS should include ground forces, says Gargash
Turkey involved in illegal oil trade with ‘Islamic State’ militants: Russia
Russia intends to destabilise the Turkish state by putting it on the defensive with trade sanctions, says analyst