Iraq

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.

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.

US Marine Becomes First American Casualty of ISIS Campaign

Jordan Spears declared 'lost at sea' after his Osprey aircraft lost control over Persian Gulf.

ISIS Within a Mile From Baghdad

Christian aid group warns that Islamic State fighters are only a mile away from Iraq's capital.

British Jets Launch Airstrikes Against ISIS for First Time

Royal Air Force had struggled to find targets at first, as Islamic State forces avoid presenting target; Kurds capture key border town.

Watch: ISIS Captures Millions of Dollars, Gold Ingots

Video shows Islamic State fighters showing off the spoils of war, after seizing cash and gold from a prominent Iraqi official.

One of Oldest Known Synagogues Seized by ISIS in Syria

Jihadists looting ancient archaeological sites, including 244 BCE synagogue; officials warn 5,000 years of history being erased.

Kurdish Forces Kill Senior Islamic State Commander in Iraq

Yasin Ali Suleiman Shlash blamed for mass-kidnapping of Yezidi women, many of whom were sold into sexual slavery.

U.S. Expands Action Against IS in Iraq

U.S. airstrikes in Iraq target six vehicles near Sinjar and an IS fighting position southwest of Baghdad.

IS Publicly Executes Alleged Spies in Iraq

IS terrorists publicly execute eight Sunni men in a small northern Iraqi village for allegedly plotting against the group.

Satan and a Jewish Woman Give Birth to ISIS in Iraqi Satire

'The Superstitious State' parodies brutality of 'Islamic State' - and throws in a little anti-Semitism for good measure.

France: We're Prepared to Take Part in Airstrikes Against IS

French Foreign Minister says his country is prepared to take part in air strikes on Islamic extremists in Iraq "if necessary."

Israel Hails US Efforts Against IS, But Fears Iran Rapprochement

Israeli ministers voice support for anti-Islamic State coalition, but worried that Obama admin drawing closer to Tehran as a result.

Australia Warns of Danger from Homegrown Islamists

Head of the Australian Security and Intelligence Organization considering raising Australia’s terror alert level to high.

US Air Force Bombs Islamic State Forces Near Crucial Iraqi Dam

USAF seeks to blunt Islamic State advance on Iraq's 2nd-largest dam, as Canada sends dozens of troops to help Iraqi, Kurdish forces.

Islamic State Executes Female Doctors and Politicians

The string of brutal executions continues, as IS in Iraq continues its killing rampage of all those who do not submit to it.

Obama: 'Systematic' Decisions Being Made on IS

US President urges NATO to intervene in Iraq and Syria, insists the US is being 'systematic and methodical' in treatment of terror threat.

Senior Leaders of Islamic State Eliminated in Airstrikes

Aide of extremist group leader and military head killed in Iraq airstrike, 18 others including foreign jihadists taken out in Syria strike.

Islamic State Setting a Dangerous Trend, Expert Warns

IS is a relatively weak organization, says Israeli defense expert - but the precedent it sets for global jihad and brutality is lethal.

German Minister Accuses Qatar of Funding 'Islamic State'

Gulf state already under pressure over terror funding accused of supporting ISIS.

Islamic State Threatens to 'Drown Americans in Blood'

The Islamic State (IS) terrorist group threatens to attack Americans "in any place" if U.S. airstrikes in Iraq hit its people.

Syria: Hundreds of Bedouin Sentenced to Death

700 Bedouin executed by IS in Syria as bloody conquest in the Gulf region continues.

Iraq: Kurdish Forces Retake Mosul Dam from 'Islamic State'

Kurdish Peshmerga, backed by US Air Force, inflict heaviest defeat on Islamic State since its rapid advance through Iraq.

Obama Authorizes Airstrikes on Iraq's Mosul Dam

President Obama informs Congress he authorized U.S. airstrikes in Iraq to help retake control of the Mosul Dam.

Yazidis Commit Mass-Suicide After Rape by Islamic State Fighters

Kurds claim further evidence of 'genocide', as Islamic State slaughters men who won't convert, kidnaps women, children.

Intelligence: Islamic State Planning Terror Attack in US, Europe

Concerns grow over IS influence abroad, as intelligence officials claim terror group rivals Al Qaeda in the Middle East.

U.S. Confirms Airstrikes on IS Targets in Iraq

The United States military confirms it conducted nine airstrikes in an effort to help Kurdish forces retake areas in Iraq from IS jihadists.

IS Jihadists Kill 80 Yazidis in Northern Iraq

Islamists from the Islamic State kill 80 members of Iraq's Yazidi minority.

Watch: US Air Strikes Pound Islamic State in Iraq

Dramatic explosions abound in footage of airstrike on IS terrorists at a mosque; US general says strikes 'slow but don't stop IS.'

Watch: Kurdish Activists Stand with Israel Against Hamas

Pro-Israel rally outside the White House joined by Kurdish activists protesting their own people's fight against Islamism.

Yazidis: An Entire People on the Brink of Annihilation

Islamists Take Hundreds of Women Captive in Iraq

Hundreds of women from the Yazidi religious minority have been taken captive by members of the Islamic State.

US Airstrikes Hit 'Islamic State' Terrorists in Iraq

Airstrikes, humanitarian aid drops authorized in Iraq, President Obama says - but refutes fears of another all-out war.

US 'Gravely Concerned' Over Impending Genocide in Iraq

The United States is considering airstrikes or other military intervention to save tens of thousands of trapped Yazidis in Iraq.

Who Cares About an Impending Genocide in Iraq?

Amid deafening international silence, tens of thousands of Yazidis are dying at the hands of the 'Islamic State'.

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.

US Closes Libya Embassy, Hundreds Dead in Syria

Arab world murder and mayhem continue to rage - not in Gaza, but in Libya, Syria and Iraq

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.

Iraqi Christians Flee for Their Lives after ISIS Ultimatum

Islamists tell Christian community to convert, pay hefty tax - or die.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

Goodbye Washington, Hello Kurdistan

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.

Jordan's King: Iraq Crisis Could Affect the Entire Region

Jordan’s King Abdullah II meets American delegation, warns of effects of Iraq crisis.

Watch: Iraqi Women Enlist to Fight ISIS

Not-so-convincing ensemble vow to 'fight to the death' alongside Iraqi government forces.

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.

U.S. Flying Armed Drones Over Baghdad

Pentagon official says U.S. is flying armed drones over Baghdad, stresses airstrikes against Sunni insurgents have not been authorized.

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.

Kurdish State 'A Foregone Conclusion' - One Israel Would Support

As Israeli Foreign Minister and President tell the US to accept Kurdish secession, Israel strengthens its ties with the Kurds.