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ISIS Leader's Releases First Recording Since Targeted Strike
ISIS puts to rest rumors that airstrike took out Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi with recording of him threatening more jihad.
French Convert with Jewish Father Dies Fighting for ISIS
Raphael Amar, 22, who converted to Islam four years ago, died last month fighting for ISIS. His father is a secular French Jew.
Palestinian Arabs Most Likely to Support ISIS, Poll Finds
Survey by Arab Center for Research & Policy Studies gauges Arab support and opposition to ISIS, and the US-led campaign to defeat them.
To Counter ISIS, Jordan Orders Imams to Preach 'Peaceful Islam'
In another move to crack down on ISIS supporters in the country, Jordanian authorities have ordered clerics to preach only moderate Islam.
'Never Again': Jewish Leaders Cry Out for Endangered Yezidis
Major religious-Zionist rabbi, influential US Jewish leader say Jews must take a stand for Yazidis facing genocide at the hands of ISIS.
UK Jihadi Convicted of Gay Hate Crimes Blows Himself Up in Iraq
Kabir Ahmed, 30, a Briton convicted of anti-gay hate crimes before joining ISIS, killed a Shia leader in suicide mission in Iraq.
Joining ISIS from Seaside Resorts on Cruise Ships
Interpol reveals foreign jihadists increasingly get to Syria and Iraq by cruise ship; Tunisia's tourist paradise of Sousse a main source.
Senior Amnesty International Official Compares Israel to ISIS
Amnesty International under fire as critics site controversial tweet by campaigns manager as proof of anti-Israel bias.
Shiite Muslim Leader Shot by ISIS Supporters in Sydney
Rasoul Al-Musawi was shot Monday in the face and the shoulder. Friends believe victim was targeted by ISIS supporters for religious beliefs.
Israeli ISIS Terrorist Given 22 Months in Jail
First Arab Israeli to be convicted of fighting for ISIS given light sentence, as judge says his case 'doesn't justify' a longer one.
Israeli Arab Who Joined ISIS Returns to Israel
Hamza Samy Magamsah, a resident of Yafi'a returns to Israel with his father, after fleeing ISIS and being held in Turkey.
100 ISIS Fighters Killed in Three Days as Kobane Battle Rages
Kurdish forces continue to fend off jihadi advance, as US airstrikes continue despite fears they are aiding the regime.
UN Report: 15,000 Foreign Jihadists Have Joined ISIS
According to UN special report, mass influx of foreign nationals from 80 countries have joined ISIS in Syria, Iraq over last two years.
ISIS Cell Nabbed Ahead of Morocco, France Attacks
French and Franco-Moroccan arrested as they planned attacks on banks and international companies, pushed ISIS propaganda.
'Victory or Death' Cries Egyptian in ISIS Propaganda Video
Latest in campaign of recruitment has Egyptian jihadist calling for Muslims to leave lands of 'heresy' and die on the battlefield.
Bombings in Iraq Leave 34 Dead
At least 34 people were killed and dozens injured following two bomb blasts in and around Iraq's capital Baghdad.
Watch: ISIS Video Targets Older Recruits for Patrol Duty
Footage revealing a special patrol unit for older jihadists reveals extent of ISIS's organization as a terror group.
Israeli Islamist Cut Off on PA TV After 'Caliphate' Comments
Deputy head of Israeli Islamic Movement cut off in mid-interview on PA TV after proclaiming that Jerusalem should be capital of 'Caliphate.'
Watch: Israeli Aid Reaches Kurdish Refugees in Iraq
Beds, blankets and baby milk reach refugees forced to flee ISIS in Syria and Iraq, courtesy of IsraAID.
Dutch Mayor: 'Jihadis Are Like Jews Who Left for Palestine'
Mayor of Hilvrsum: 'Holland should not prevent citizens from leaving for Syria, just as it didn't stop Jews from immigrating to Palestine.'
Bill to Criminalize Joining ISIS
Justice Minister Tzipi Livni to propose bill to mark joining any 'non-national' military group abroad a crime, as ISIS hysteria continues.
You Don't See That Every Day: Lion Stopped at Iraqi Checkpoint
Militiamen fighting ISIS stop vehicle at a checkpoint with an unlikely passenger.
Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces
Rumored chlorine gas attack in Iraq raises questions - was the group's stronghold in Syria responsible for other attacks?
Survey Reveals Europe Likes ISIS More Than Arab States Do
Why is support for brutal jihadists flourishing in the West, even as the terror group is largely shunned in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon?
US-Led Air Campaign Against ISIS Kills More than 550 Jihadis
Most of those killed belong to ISIS, with Al Qaeda's Nusra Front also taking a hit.
Israeli Who Joined ISIS in Syria Returns to Turkey
Hamza Samy Magamsah, one of the young Israelis from Yafi'a who disappeared join ISIS, returns to Turkey, where is being held.
Syria Bombs Islamic State 'Air Force'
Syrian minister of information confirms ISIS training on captured jets, but claims Assad's forces have downed most of them.
Three Denver Teen Girls Nabbed Joining ISIS 'For Islam'
Long arm of ISIS proven yet again, as three US girls caught in Frankfurt on way to join jihad in Syria.
Scotland Yard: Minimum of Five Britons Join ISIS Every Week
UK's most senior cop reveals 'drumbeat of terror in UK is faster and more intense,' as figures show steep rise in ISIS recruits.
Watch: US Weapons Airdrop Falls into ISIS Hands
American support for Kurdish fighters in embattled city of Kobane goes awry, as brutal jihadists sarcastically thank US for the ammo.
Woman Stoned to Death by Her Own Father in ISIS Territory
Latest evidence of ISIS atrocities emerge as woman stoned for adultery; heartbreaking scenes as father refuses to forgive her.
Watch: ISIS 'Ethics Police' Cracking Down on Iraq Dissent
What does the Islamic state look like from the inside? Take a peek in the terror group's latest propaganda video.
Turkey to Allow Kurdish Fighters into Syria to Battle ISIS
Ankara confirms reports it will allow Iraqi Peshmerga forces to cross into embattled Kobane; move likely the result of US pressure.
US Airdrops Weapons to Kurds Despite Turkish Opposition
After Erdogan calls Kurdish fighters 'terrorists' and opposes arming them, arms dropped in Kobane to aid fight against ISIS.
Israeli Aid Agency Delivers Emergency Relief to Kurds in Iraq
IsraAID provides desperately-needed supplies to refugees from ISIS, including baby milk and blankets, as winter misery intensifies.
Hospital Confirms: Israeli Doctor Left to Join ISIS
Othman Abed Elkian, an intern at Barzilai Hospital disappeared 5 months ago. Israel security officials determined he joined ISIS terrorists.
Spain to Begin Training Iraqi Troops to Fight ISIS
Following meeting between Morenes and Hagel, Spain has agreed to begin training Iraqi troops in the fight against ISIS.
Minister Erdan: Kerry 'Broke Record' for Lack of Understanding
Communications Minister adds voice to criticism of US Secretary of State's comments blaming Israeli-Palestinian conflict for rise of ISIS.
Bennett Blasts Kerry's Comments Blaming Israel for Rise of ISIS
'Even when a British Muslim beheads a British Christian, there will always be those who blame the Jews,' Minister laments.
ISIS in Jets for First Time, US Reportedly Trains Rebel Pilots
Iraqi pilots teaching ISIS to fly MiG's captured in Syria; reports indicate US training 'Middle Eastern' pilots in Arizona to bomb Syria.
UK Student Union Boycotts Israel - But Won't Condemn ISIS
National Union of Students rejects motion supporting Kurds against Islamic State over 'Islamophobia fears', provoking outcry.
France Moves Closer to Tough Law Cracking Down on Jihadis
Majority of French Senate approve new bill to counter growing ISIS threat, but far-left MPs, NGOs object.
'Hundreds' of ISIS Terrorists Killed as Kurds Take Back Kobane
Kurdish forces in Kobane say they have pushed Islamic State fighters out of most of the city, as US airstrikes intensify.
U.S. Names Anti-ISIS Campaign 'Operation Inherent Resolve'
The U.S.-led military mission against the “Islamic State” now has a name: Operation Inherent Resolve.
How a Jewish French Girl Joined ISIS, Tried to Blow up Parents
Center against Islamic cults reveals how girl from religious Jewish family turned to anti-Semitic Islamic extremist bent on jihad in Syria.
ISIS Magazine Justifies Murder of Steven Sotloff 'The Jew'
ISIS English magazine says murdered journalist 'not innocent' due to Jewish, Israeli identity, publishes letter sent days before execution.
ISIS Magazine: Islam Calls for Sexual Slavery
English-language digital publication of jihadist group says raping and sexual enslaving non-Muslim women is simply part of Islam.
US Airstrikes Not Stopping ISIS From Taking Over
Reports claimed US coalition airstrikes starting to be effective - but ISIS's war journal from Sunday says otherwise.
ISIS Releases Fourth Video of Kidnapped British Journalist
John Cantlie, kidnapped two years ago, says in newest video that ISIS is "dug in for the fight".
Car Bombs Kill 38 in Shiite Areas of Baghdad
A series of car bombs targeting Shiites killed 38 Saturday. Reports of another murdered journalist and US airstrikes also in the region.
Watch: ISIS's Professional 'Training Camp' in Iraq
Expanding territory, expanding organization: ISIS training camp appears to use professional instruction in latest 'step up' for terror.
Jewish Girl From France Joins ISIS in Syria
One hundred girls and young women leaving to fight and reproduce for jihad in recent weeks, as part of a trend sweeping Europe.
Arab Citizen of Israel Killed Fighting for ISIS in Iraq
Arab man from town near Nazareth reportedly killed fighting for terror group near Baghdad; reports say four other Israeli Arabs with him.
Watch: British ISIS-Supporter Expresses Support for Hitler
Prominent British Islamist and founder of 'Sharia Patrols' says rise of ISIS marks 'the end of Zionism' in anti-Semitic lecture.
ISIS Loses Ground to Kurds as US Airstrikes Finally Effective
Islamic State pushed out of Kobane by Kurdish fighters as previously 'ineffective' US strikes finally hit the mark.
Switzerland the Latest Country to Ban ISIS
Switzerland announces ban on ISIS and related organizations, prohibiting all activities of the group in the country.
Canada to Send Aircraft to Fight ISIS in Iraq
Canada's House of Commons votes in favor of sending aircraft and personnel to join coalition airstrikes in Iraq against ISIS.
Kurdish Protests Across Europe; Dozens Injured
Protests in Germany sparked violent clashes between Kurds and Islamic Supporters, injuring dozens. Protests in Turkey also turned violent.
ISIS has reached Gaza?
ISIS Claims Attack on French Cultural Center in Gaza
Declaration claims ISIS's first ever attack in Gaza on 'center of heresy' with 200 kg explosive, as Hamas tries to hush up blast.
