Elul 8, 5778, 8/19/2018
 Could ISIS Target the West with Ebola?Military expert says infecting carriers with the virus is remarkably easy - and could be easy to weaponize. Switzerland the Latest Country to Ban ISISSwitzerland announces ban on ISIS and related organizations, prohibiting all activities of the group in the country. Egypt Arrests Recruiters for ISISEgyptian security forces arrest four suspected members of a cell recruiting fighters for the “Islamic State” in Syria. Islam is at War with the Oldest ReligionsAncient communities will soon be gone as ISIS murders "infidels". Biden Apologizes Again, This Time to UAEU.S. Vice President apologizes for comments he made suggesting that the United States’ Arab allies armed and funded terrorists in Syria. Parents of American Hostage Plead for His ReleaseParents of Peter Kassig, an American aid worker held hostage by ISIS, appeal for his release in a statement and video message. Netanyahu Returns to Israel, Praises 'National Mission' to US'I told the truth in the meetings that I held,' Netanyahu notes, summing up eventful Washington trip.Austria Passes New Law on Islam Over Fears of ExtremismAustria calls for standardized German-language translations of the Koran, prohibits foreign funding of Muslim organizations. ISIS Within a Mile From BaghdadChristian aid group warns that Islamic State fighters are only a mile away from Iraq's capital. Nasrallah: Our Priority is Fighting TerrorismHezbollah leader meets Iranian official, says counterterrorism and preserving stability in Lebanon are the group's main priorities.Islamic State Releases 70 Kidnapped Kurdish ChildrenThe “Islamic State” has freed more than 70 Kurdish school children its fighters kidnapped in northern Syria in May. Algeria Identifies Suspects in Frenchman's BeheadingAlgerian government identifies the suspects in the beheading of Frenchman Hervé Gourde, who was murdered by ISIS-affiliated group. Obama, Putin & Rouhani Can Do a Deal On Destroying ISILTwo Security Council Resolutions condemning some activities of ISIL – 2170 and 2178 - have already received American and Russian backing, but they have been inadequate. Another is needed. Pentagon: No Evidence Civilians Were Killed in AirstrikesThe Pentagon says there is no evidence of any civilian casualties from airstrikes targeting Islamist terrorists in Syria. ISIS Releases New Video of Kidnapped Journalist“Islamic State” releases a third video of John Cantlie, in which he criticizes Obama's strategy in Iraq and Syria. US War on ISIS Estimated at $780 MillionStaggering estimate only covers past six weeks of fighting, think tank notes. A full war could cost billions. Jordan: We've Secured Our Borders Against Any ThreatAfter it joins international coalition against IS, Jordan assures residents its borders are safe. Erdogan: Turkey Can't Stay Out of Fight Against ISTurkish President says his country cannot stay out of the international coalition fighting IS, says ground troops may be needed. Head of Al-Nusra Front Warns West: You Will PayHead of Al-Nusra Front says airstrikes will not defeat Islamists in Syria, warns against retaliatory attacks against Western countries. ISIS Executes Human Rights Activist in Mosul Over Facebook PostSamira Salih al-Nuaimi criticized terror group on social media - and a target in the campaign against Mosul's female activists. Saudi FM: All Terrorist Organizations Must be EliminatedSaudi Arabia's foreign minister says the war against extremists in the Middle East may take years. FBI Identifies Executioner in ISIS BeheadingsUS claims it has identified so-called 'John of London,' but has not yet released details. Al Qaeda Urges Jihadists to 'Rescue Jihad' from ISISToo extreme? Al Qaeda leadership denounced ISIS, claims its Caliphate is based on 'oppression' and 'deviation.' France Charges Three Jihadists Returning from SyriaTerrorists include brother-in-law of 2012 Toulouse terrorist Mohammed Merah; Paris rushes to bring men to trial after near-bungle. Algerian IS Affiliate Decapitates French HostageThe Soldiers of the Caliphate release a video showing execution of French hostage. Obama: Too Many Israelis Ready to Abandon PeaceU.S. President says the status quo in the Arab-Israeli conflict "is not sustainable" as he addresses the UN General Assembly. Syrian Foreign Minister: We Welcome Airstrikes on ISSyria's Walid Muallem says his country would welcome foreign airstrikes, as long as they only target terrorist groups such as IS. Cameron on IS: Destroy this Evil OrganizationBritish Prime Minister says he supports coalition against IS and that everything must be done to destroy it. Rouhani: Airstrikes Against IS in Syria Are IllegalIran’s President says airstrikes by the U.S. and a group of allies against Islamic State (IS) targets in Syria are illegal.Nasrallah: We're Against IS, but Also Against the U.S. CampaignHezbollah leader declares the group is against the intervention of the United States in Syria, since it supports "terrorist state" Israel. Family of British Hostage Receives Message from HimThe family of British hostage Alan Henning, kidnapped by IS, say they have received an audio file of him pleading for his life.Expert: ISIS Changing the Entire Middle EastExtremists' takeovers in Iraq and Syria changing the entire face of Middle Eastern relations, expert says. What does it mean for Israel? U.S. Begins Airstrikes Against IS in SyriaPentagon spokesman says American airstrikes against IS targets are under way in Syria, provides no further details.Algeria: IS Splinter Group Kidnaps French CitizenFrench man appears in a video and claims he was kidnapped by an Algeria-based “Islamic State” splinter group, the Caliphate Soldiers. Americans Have Returned After Joining Islamists, US AdmitsObama administration concedes citizens' involvement with ISIS, Al Qaeda for the first time as concern over homegrown terror grows.Australia Joins US Airstrike Campaign on ISIS in IraqHours after IS threatens Australian civilians with death, Canberra says it will physically join the fight against Islamist extremists.IS Calls to Kill Westerners, Claims Obama is 'Mule of the Jews''Islamic State' terrorist group calls on Muslims to kill random 'disbelieving Americans or Europeans', singles out 'filthy French'. Dempsey: Arab Countries Should Join Campaign Against ISGen. Martin Dempsey says the success of the campaign against IS depends on getting more Arab help. Ex-Marine Corps Head: Obama's ISIS Strategy DoomedMarine General (ret.) James Conway: Obama’s strategy doesn’t have ‘a snowball’s chance in hell of succeeding.’ Pope Francis: 'Religion Cannot Justify Violence'Holy See makes reference to Islamist extremism in trip to Albania to promote religious tolerance. Sisi: Egypt Willing to Help Coalition Against ISEgypt's President says Cairo would do "whatever is required" to help the U.S.-led coalition against the “Islamic State”.Family of Kidnapped British Man Asks IS to Release HimThe family of British hostage Alan Henning makes a dramatic appeal for his release. German Muslims Rally Against ExtremismFour main Muslim groups protest Islamist extremism, hate crimes of all kinds Friday after 'Sharia Police' debut in German countryside. Senate Approves Obama's Plan to Train and Arm Syrian RebelsU.S. Senate approves plan to train and arm Syrian rebel groups to fight the “Islamic State”, a day after the House passed the measure. Canadian PM Vows to Stand With Israel 'Through Fire and Water'Stephen Harper says international community's push for Canada, world to be 'ambivalent' on Israel is 'wrong.'Second US Citizen Charged for Attempting to Aid ISISYemenite native allegedly helped 'wannabe jihadists' travel to Syria to join group, threatened terror attacks against US veterans. White House Insists: No Ground Forces in IraqDespite comments by General Dempsey, White House spokesman insists the U.S. will not deploy ground forces against IS in Iraq.Iranian Commander: U.S. Not Sincere About ISThe commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards doubtful that the real objective of the United States against the IS is to eliminate the group. Al-Qaeda Promises 'Dark Days' for U.S. Coalition Against ISAl-Qaeda’s branches in Yemen and North Africa call for jihadists to unite against the common threat from a U.S.-led coalition. U.S. Expands Action Against IS in IraqU.S. airstrikes in Iraq target six vehicles near Sinjar and an IS fighting position southwest of Baghdad. Khamenei: U.S. Has 'Dirty Hands'Iran’s Supreme Leader says his country rejected a U.S. request for cooperation against the “Islamic State”. Hezbollah: We Won't Leave SyriaHezbollah official says the threat from the Islamic State means there "is a great need for Hezbollah to remain in Syria". Report: Arab Countries Offer to Carry Out Airstrikes on ISSeveral Arab countries have offered to carry out airstrikes against the Islamic State, according to senior State Department officials. UN Condemns Murder of British Aid WorkerSecurity Council condemns the "heinous and cowardly murder" of British aid worker David Haines by IS terrorists. Kerry Lauds Egypt's 'Frontline' Role against IslamismUS Secretary of State meets Al-Sisi to gain support for a broad coalition of countries to fight IS. Syrian Rebels: 'Total War' on IS Unlikely to Reach IsraelIn rare interview to Israeli media, rebel leader pledges to fight IS face-to-face - and dismisses concerns over conflict reaching the Golan. Rivlin: Israel Has a 'Responsibility' to Fight ISISPresident Reuven Rivlin says fight against ISIS is 'complicated,' but vital in terms of 'global responsibility.' |
