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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.

French Convert with Jewish Father Dies Fighting for ISIS

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.

Palestinian Arabs Most Likely to Support ISIS, Poll Finds

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.

To Counter ISIS, Jordan Orders Imams to Preach 'Peaceful 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.

'Never Again': Jewish Leaders Cry Out for Endangered Yezidis

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.

UK Jihadi Convicted of Gay Hate Crimes Blows Himself Up 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.

Joining ISIS from Seaside Resorts on Cruise Ships

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.

Senior Amnesty International Official Compares Israel to ISIS

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.

Shiite Muslim Leader Shot by ISIS Supporters in Sydney

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 ISIS Terrorist Given 22 Months in Jail

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.

Israeli Arab Who Joined ISIS Returns to Israel

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.

100 ISIS Fighters Killed in Three Days as Kobane Battle Rages

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.

UN Report: 15,000 Foreign Jihadists Have Joined ISIS

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.

ISIS Cell Nabbed Ahead of Morocco, France Attacks

'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.

'Victory or Death' Cries Egyptian in ISIS Propaganda Video

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.

Bombings in Iraq Leave 34 Dead

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.

Watch: ISIS Video Targets Older Recruits for Patrol Duty

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.'

Israeli Islamist Cut Off on PA TV After 'Caliphate' Comments

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.

Watch: Israeli Aid Reaches Kurdish Refugees in Iraq

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.'

Dutch Mayor: 'Jihadis Are Like Jews Who Left for 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.

Bill to Criminalize Joining ISIS

You Don't See That Every Day: Lion Stopped at Iraqi Checkpoint

Militiamen fighting ISIS stop vehicle at a checkpoint with an unlikely passenger.

You Don't See That Every Day: Lion Stopped at Iraqi Checkpoint

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?

Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces

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?

Survey Reveals Europe Likes ISIS More Than Arab States Do

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.

US-Led Air Campaign Against ISIS Kills More than 550 Jihadis

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.

Israeli Who Joined ISIS in Syria Returns to Turkey

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.

Syria Bombs Islamic State 'Air Force'

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.

Three Denver Teen Girls Nabbed Joining ISIS 'For Islam'

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.

Scotland Yard: Minimum of Five Britons Join ISIS Every Week

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.

Watch: US Weapons Airdrop Falls into ISIS Hands

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.

Woman Stoned to Death by Her Own Father in ISIS Territory

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.

Watch: ISIS 'Ethics Police' Cracking Down on Iraq Dissent

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.

Turkey to Allow Kurdish Fighters into Syria to Battle ISIS

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.

US Airdrops Weapons to Kurds Despite Turkish Opposition

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.

Israeli Aid Agency Delivers Emergency Relief to Kurds in Iraq

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.

Hospital Confirms: Israeli Doctor Left to Join ISIS

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.

Spain to Begin Training Iraqi Troops to Fight 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.

Minister Erdan: Kerry 'Broke Record' for Lack of Understanding

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.

Bennett Blasts Kerry's Comments Blaming Israel for Rise of ISIS

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.

ISIS in Jets for First Time, US Reportedly Trains Rebel Pilots

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.

UK Student Union Boycotts Israel - But Won't Condemn ISIS

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.

France Moves Closer to Tough Law Cracking Down on Jihadis

'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.

'Hundreds' of ISIS Terrorists Killed as Kurds Take Back Kobane

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.

U.S. Names Anti-ISIS Campaign '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.

How a Jewish French Girl Joined ISIS, Tried to Blow up Parents

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 Justifies Murder of Steven Sotloff 'The Jew'

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.

ISIS Magazine: Islam Calls for Sexual Slavery

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.

US Airstrikes Not Stopping ISIS From Taking Over

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".

ISIS Releases Fourth Video of Kidnapped British Journalist

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.

Car Bombs Kill 38 in Shiite Areas of Baghdad

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.

Watch: ISIS's Professional 'Training Camp' in Iraq

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.

Jewish Girl From France Joins ISIS in Syria

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.

Arab Citizen of Israel Killed Fighting for ISIS in Iraq

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.

Watch: British ISIS-Supporter Expresses Support for Hitler

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.

ISIS Loses Ground to Kurds as US Airstrikes Finally Effective

Switzerland the Latest Country to Ban ISIS

Switzerland announces ban on ISIS and related organizations, prohibiting all activities of the group in the country.

Switzerland the Latest Country to Ban ISIS

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.

Canada to Send Aircraft to Fight ISIS in Iraq

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.

Kurdish Protests Across Europe; Dozens Injured

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.

ISIS Claims Attack on French Cultural Center in Gaza

Do You Know This Terrorist? FBI Asks Public for Help with ISIS

Masked narrator of ISIS propaganda film has distinct North American or Canadian accent - and the FBI believes one tip could apprehend him.

Do You Know This Terrorist? FBI Asks Public for Help with ISIS

Busted ISIS Cell Planned Beheadings on London Streets

Four arrested terrorists reportedly were hardened jihadists returning from Syria; follows beheading plans in Australia and Norway.

Busted ISIS Cell Planned Beheadings on London Streets