Latest in Tag: Islamic state Highlight
Latest in Tag: Islamic state
Swiss authorities begin criminal investigations against two Syrians in Geneva
Swiss prosecutors say they have opened proceedings against two Syrians on suspicion of making and transporting explosives and toxic gases. A car was stopped in Geneva Friday on a road leading to neighboring France.Swiss authorities on Saturday said they had begun proceedings against the two men of Syrian origin, saying they were also accused of …
‘Islamic State’ tries to stop refugees from leaving
Every day, people flee from the regions that “IS” has declared as its territory. The extremists have problems accepting this, as the fact of people leaving the caliphate does not fit with their worldview.
In veiled threat to Ankara, Putin orders stronger military action against opponents in Syria
In a meeting with defense leaders, Vladimir Putin has called on the military to take a tough stance against threats in Syria. His words were seen as a reference to Ankara, which shot down a Russian plane last month
‘IS’ finance chief killed in US-led airstrikes
Abu Salah, described as the “Islamic State’s” finance minister, has been killed by US-led airstrikes. US officials said that they have bolstered efforts to curb the militant group’s revenue-generating activities
Future of āIslamic Stateā: Not merely religion
By James M Dorsey and Mushahid Ali As the threat from “Islamic State” (also known as IS or ISIS or by its Arabic acronym ofĀ Daesh) continues to grow, US-led coalition forces have intensified their aerial attacks on IS militants and strategic installations in Syria and Iraq, in a concerted effort to destroy and degrade the …
Is climate change to blame for āIslamic Stateā?
In the build-up to Paris, activists and celebrities have been banging the drum for action. Part of this has involved talking up the effects of global warming. US presidential candidate Bernie Sanders’ warns that āclimate change is directly related to the growth of terrorism,ā while Prince Charles believes that āone of the major reasons for …
Russia attempting ‘ethnic cleansing’ in Syria, says Turkish prime minister
Turkey’s prime minister has accused Russia of carrying out “ethnic cleansing” by targeting Turkmen in Syria. The comments come as Putin invited the UK to examine a Turkish-downed Russian warplane’s black box
‘Reckless’ weapons transfers to Iraq fueled ‘IS’ atrocities: Amnesty International
Irresponsible weapons transfers to Iraq over decades enabled terror group “Islamic State” to carry out its atrocities, Amnesty International reports. The group is using arms and ammunition from at least 25 countries
Allied airstrikes kill ‘Islamic State’ militants
At least 32 “Islamic State” militants have been killed and more than 40 wounded in airstrikes in Syria’s Raqqa province. The bombings were reportedly carried out by the US-led coalition. The British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported on Sunday that more that 15 explosions had hit “Islamic State” (IS) facilities in the group’s de …
British public divided as MPs authorise airstrikes in Syria
British MPs have voted in favour of airstrikes against “Islamic State” (IS) in Syria. The motion specifically authorises airstrikes but not British troops on the ground. Samira Shackle reports from London.
Erdogan vows to step down if Russiaās IS oil trade claims proven
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday heād resign if Russia proved its claim that Turkey is involved in illegal oil trading with the āIslamic Stateā (IS) militant organisation
US foreign minister urge NATO to step up fight against IS
British Parliament will vote Wednesday on whether or not UK will carry out air strikes against IS in Syria
IS-controlled oil moved through Turkey on industrial scale: Russia
Russiaās intent is to destablise Turkish state and put it in defensive position by trade sanctions, says analyst
‘Islamic State’ is a problem; Assad is a bigger problem
Syria’s president has tried harder than ever to recommend himself as a partner in the fight against “Islamic State.” However, it appears that Bashar al-Assad is a major part of the problem – and not part of the solution. Outrage began to filter out from Germany’s opposition parties on Sunday after Defense Minister Ursula von …
Breeding intolerance: Turkish football fans disrespect āIslamic Stateā victims
Twice in two months, Turkish fans disrupted the moments of silence for victims of āIslamic Stateā (IS) attacks in Ankara and Paris in a demonstration. It showed a kind of intolerance bred by religiously-cloaked authoritarianism in countries like Turkey and Saudi Arabia. The fans demonstrative support with IS was clear when they shouted āAllahu Akbarā …
Putin’s anti-‘Islamic State’ coalition dilemma
The downing of a Russian bomber leaves Putin with some tough decisions. Will he change his views on Assad and join a broader anti-“IS” coalition or stick with an alliance of two with Iran? Fiona Clark reports. President Putin must be wondering where it all went wrong. It seemed for a moment that Russia had …
‘Islamic State’ trolled with photoshopped rubber ducks
In the following days, social media users responded in good humour, with some of them replacing the text on the group’s infamous flag with the words “duck duck duck duck duck duck duck duck duck duck duck”
Mass grave of ‘Islamic State’ victims found near Sinjar in Iraq
Officials in Iraq’s north say they’ve found a mass grave containing the remains of over 100 people killed by “Islamic State.” It’s said to be the sixth such find near Sinjar since the town was retaken from the group. At least 113 members of the Yazidi minority were found in the bomb-rigged grave about 10 …
New UN envoy to Libya meets Shoukry to discuss political developments
Kobler was appointed on 17 November, replacing Bernardino Leon
US soldiers reportedly arrive in Syria to train Kurds fighting ‘Islamic State’
The Britain-based monitoring group, Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said on Thursday that “more than 50 American instructors” had arrived in northern and northeastern Syria in the past two days
Attacks against Muslims on the rise after Paris strikes
Hate mongers in several European countries have been targeting Muslims after the Paris attacks. Experts say there is an urgent need to stop demonising one religious community and develop strategies for reconciliation
Cameron makes case for UK air strikes against IS
David Cameron has urged MPs to back UK airstrikes against ‘Islamic State’ in Syria. In a speech to the House of Commons, almost a fortnight since terror attacks in Paris killed 130 people, Cameron said that the terrorist organization is using its safe havens in northern Syria to launch plots against Britain. All seven plots in Britain this year were either plotted by ISIS or inspired by its propaganda, he said, using one of the alternate acronyms for IS
Cameron makes case for UK airstrikes against ‘IS’
British Prime Minister David Cameron wants lawmakers to approve airstrikes against ‘IS’ militants in Syria, reports Samira Shackle from London, and the chances are good that he will get a majority in favor. David Cameron has urged MPs to back UK airstrikes against the self-styled “Islamic State” (IS) in Syria. In a speech to the …
Germany ‘to send reconnaissance jets to Syria’
A defence expert from Angela Merkel’s Christian Democrats said on Thursday that Germany would send Tornado jets to provide reconnaissance assistance in the fight against the self-styled “Islamic State” (IS)
Hollande seeks unity with Russia in anti-‘IS’ coalition
The French president embarked on the latest stage of his diplomatic efforts to forge a stronger alliance against “IS”, in the wake of Turkey’s downing of the Russian warplane
US sanctions businessman buying oil from ‘Islamic State’, Al-Assad supporters
The US has slapped sanctions on a number of individuals accused of supporting Syria’s government. The blacklisted names include a “middleman” who buys oil from “Islamic State” and the head of the World Chess Federation
āLarge coalition’ against IS somewhat of a myth: Analyst
Russia may try to drag Turkey into Syria to drop the NATO protection, says Ghoniem
Attack on Tunisia presidential guardās bus kills at least 11
Officials said 17 extremists, believed to have been trained in Syria and Libya, were arrested in the week preceding the foiled attack. The militants were reportedly awaiting orders to carry out assaults on politicians, beaches and landmark buildings during November
āState Of Sinaiā claims attack on North Sinai hotel housing election judges
Death toll rose to 7, including four police personnel and two judges, state media reported
Russian military aircraft shot down near Syrian-Turkish borders
Turkey claims the plane violated its airspace, Russia denies