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News and updates about ISIS
ISIS Defends Destruction of Religious Sites in Iraq
ISIS defends its destruction of religious sites in Mosul, says the use of mosques built on graves is idolatry.
ISIS Destroys Tombs of Biblical Prophets Jonah, Daniel
Eyewitnesses claim ISIS rigged both tombs with explosives, despite the fact that both prophets are considered holy to Muslims.
France Orders Extradition of Jewish Museum Shooting Suspect
Mehdi Nemmouche dropped his appeal against extradition to Belgium over deadly shooting at Jewish Museum.
Iraqi Christians Flee for Their Lives after ISIS Ultimatum
Islamists tell Christian community to convert, pay hefty tax - or die.
PA Claims US Plotting to Torpedo Middle East, ISIS is Jewish
Bizarre article in official Palestinian Authority publication claims extreme Islamist group is Jewish - and working on the US's behalf.
Radical Jordanian Cleric Says ISIS Caliphate is 'Void'
Radical Islamic cleric Abu Qatada says ISIS "does not have the authority to rule all Muslims".
ISIS Promotional Video Vows to 'Conquer Israel, Rome and Spain'
Documentary-style propaganda video features pledge to wage jihad for world domination, showcases 'humanitarian work.'
ISIS Seizes Nuclear Materials in Iraq
Iraq warns UN that Jihadist group captured uranium compounds; US and UN brush off threat of 'dirty bomb.'
Video Shows ISIS Is Firing Rockets on Israel From Gaza
Jihadists conquering Iraq and Syria upload clip showing they are launching rockets on Israel; launchers hit by IAF in video.
ISIS Spokesman Explains Why 'Islamic State' Not Supporting Hamas
Spokesman for radical jihadi group says the time is not right for a confrontation with Israel.
France Adopts Tough New Law to Crack Down on Jihadis
Jihadi websites will be subject to bans similar to those used against child pornography; radicals could have passports confiscated.
EU Ministers Adopt Plan to Stop Young European Jihadists
European states adopt 'action plan' to tackle danger of Muslim extremists returning from Syria to commit acts of terror.
ISIS Issues a 'Passport' for its 'Caliphate'
After declaring areas captured in Syria and Iraq a caliphate, Jihadist group issues passport, threatening those who harm its holders.
ISIS: Fighting 'Infidels' Takes Precedence Over Fighting Israel
ISIS spokesman says the group first has to deal with fellow Muslims it views as infidels before it attacks Israel.
ISIS Threatens Western Journalists as First Targets
Jihadists conquering Iraq and Syria threaten journalists with death for 'propaganda that kills Muslim women and children.'
Sisi: Kurdish Independence Would be Catastrophic
Egypt's President says he opposes a referendum on the independence of Iraq's Kurdish region.
'Islamic State' Leader Makes First Public Appearance in Iraq
Abu Bakr al-Baghadadi, who until now shunned the spotlight for security reasons, gives public address to cement his claim as 'caliph'.
ISIS Seizes Another Syrian Oil Field
ISIS jihadists continue to advance towards Turkish border, seize an eastern Syrian oil field near Iraq.
American Woman Arrested for Trying to Join ISIS Jihadists
19 year-old Denver resident tried to flee to Syria, marry Tunisian ISIS fighter; FBI thwarts intent to help Islamist terrorists.
Dempsey Won't Rule Out U.S. Military Action in Iraq
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says direct action may be taken if ISIS threatens American interests.
ISIS Captures Largest Oil Field in Syria
Islamist group adds to its resources, seizing oil field and consolidating its hold in the Euphrates corridor from Iraq into Syria.
Saudi Arabia Sends 30,000 Troops to Iraqi border
Fears of spreading instability as Saudi king orders military to take 'all necessary measures' against 'terrorists' from Iraq.
British Think Tank: Iraq's 'Russian' Jets May be from Iran
London-based think tank says 3 Sukhoi jets shown landing in Iraq are likely from Iran.
ISIS Captures Key Syrian Border Town
ISIS seizes control of the Syrian border town of Albu Kamal after a fierce three-day battle with other rebel groups.
ISIS, Syria, Iraq and - Israel
ISIS Parades Scud Missile 'Heading Towards Israel'
ISIS parades Scud missile and tanks in Syria transferred from Iraq, as ISIS member threatens missile 'heading towards Israel.'
Russian Jets Poised to Fight ISIS in Iraq
Vladimir Putin delivers first five of 12 promised Sukhoi Su-25 fighter jets and pilots to Iraqi government.
Turkey Opposes Independence for Iraq's Kurds
Turkish government says it is against Iraq's Kurdistan region splitting off, after PM Netanyahu called for Kurdish independence.
Liberman: Jordan's Stability 'Vital' to Israel's Security
Foreign Minister says Israel 'will do everything to maintain the stability of Jordan' following threats from ISIS takeover.
Netanyahu: Islamic Extremism Getting Closer
PM Netanyahu asks the international community to support Jordan in fight against ISIS, back the independence of Iraq's Kurds.
ISIS Declares an Islamic Caliphate
Jihadist group which seized territory in Iraq and Syria declares itself an Islamic caliphate, calls others to pledge allegiance.
Watch: Iraqi Women Enlist to Fight ISIS
Not-so-convincing ensemble vow to 'fight to the death' alongside Iraqi government forces.
Special CIA Unit Sent to UK to Investigate British Islamists
Washington takes concerns over Islamism in Britain into its own hands, concerned that ISIS influence can spread to the West.
ISIS Edging Closer to Israel
Former National Security Council director Yaakov Amidror says Israel needs to be prepared to assist Jordan in fighting off ISIS.
Eliminated Gaza Terrorists 'Belonged to ISIS'
Salafi sources inside Gaza claim terrorists killed in IAF strike Friday afternoon were members of ISIS.
Nasrallah Says Hezbollah in Syria 'Protecting Lebanon from ISIS'
Hezbollah chief responds to growing criticism of group's involvement in Syria amid mounting casualties, spillover into Lebanon.
ISIS Cutting Off Baghdad in Strategic Victories
Reports indicate ISIS within six miles of Baghdad; captured two cities linking to Shi'ite south, town to east and air base to north.
Regional War Looms? Jordan Deploys Massive Force on Iraqi Border
Signs of spillover war as Jordan places tanks, missile launchers and army vehicles on border; ISIS reportedly advancing on Jordan.
Israel Offers 'Moderate' Arab Nations Help Against ISIS
Foreign Minister Liberman tells Secretary Kerry Israel can give effective and reliable assistance' to Arab states against Islamists.
Report: Syrian Forces Bomb Sunni Targets in Iraq
Another act of Syrian aggression? Warplanes with Syrian flags seen bombing ISIS-controlled towns in Iraq; Damascus denies it.
ISIS Calls on World Cup Star Messi to 'Join Jihad'
Sunni Islamists in Iraq praise Argentina's Lionel Messi for beating Iran in dramatic World Cup goal, invite to 'join the jihadist call.'
Watch: Al Jazeera Debate on Iraq Turns Bloody
TV debate descends into a brawl, after political activist draws first blood - literally.
Lebanon: French Islamist Arrested over ISIS Suicide Bombings
Suspect becomes the latest in a string of French Muslims arrested for terrorist activities on behalf of jihadi group ISIS.
Report: US, UK Knew About ISIS Takeover Months in Advance
Kurdish authorities tell news outlet that they passed along intelligence about the ISIS plans months ago to US, UK - who then did nothing.
Netanyahu Warns US: Don't Work with Iran in Iraq
'When your enemies are fighting each other, don't strengthen either one – weaken both,' urges Prime Minister.
The Pretense of Moderate Islam
ISIS Captures Saddam's Chemical Weapons Complex
After capturing Iraq's largest oil refinery and becoming 'world's richest terror group,' ISIS captures Saddam-era chemical facility.
Canadian Jihadists Revealed Fighting For ISIS in Iraq
Canadian citizen spotted in video fighting in ISIS ranks, as Canadian sources identify another Jihadist from Calgary.
Israel Fears US Cozying Up to Iran Due to Iraq Crisis
Jihadist offensive in Iraq may prompt US concessions to Iran, warns minister Uzi Landau.
Raw Footage: Kurdish Forces Battle ISIS Islamists in Iraq
Kurdish militias and tribesmen mobilize to push back Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS).
Iraq: Islamists Seize Country's Largest Oil Refinery
'World's richest terrorist group', the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, may have just got even richer, as Iraq teeters on the brink.
Obama Rules out Iraq Airstrikes
After saying he wouldn't commit troops, and then sending 500 soldiers, Obama now says US will only take support role for now.
ISIS Attacks Baquba on Approach to Baghdad
Islamist front makes advances toward Iraqi capital Tuesday, hours after capturing yet another city in Sunni takeover campaign.
Obama Backpedals, Sends Troops to Iraq
Over 500 soldiers said to be deployed to Persian Gulf to fight ISIS in Iraq, despite statements promising 275 men - or none at all.
Iraqi Militias: a Who's Who
As Sunni and Shiite militias in Iraq spill each other's blood freely, a list enumerates the various organizations.
Deluxe Jihadists? Dear World, I Told You So
ISIS Terrorist Recruiter Nabbed in Germany
Suspect arrested by German police becomes the latest French national linked with radical jihadi group; may have planned attacks in the west.
ISIS Becomes The 'World's Richest Terrorist Group'
Islamist terror group grabs $425 million in cash from Mosul bank, making it rich as several small nations. Iraqi soldier: 'we can't win.'
MK Slams Left's 'Political Blindness'
Ayelet Shaked rips into left-wing parties for busying themselves with Judea-Samaria issues during ISIS takeover, other failures.
