ISIS

U.S. Exit from Syria’s Qasrak Base:

A gift to ISIS or a green light for Turkish expansion?

However you look at it, the reality on the ground suggests a volatile outcome. Opinion.

ISIS inciting synagogue arsons

ISIS calls for arson attacks on synagogues worldwide in revenge for 'closure' of Al-Aqsa mosque.

Giulio Meotti:

“All I could do was wait and pray God would come and save me."

Europe, do you hear the gong of danger? Because it is not enough to pray, first we Europeans must save ourselves from ourselves. Opinion.

France foils chilling antisemitic terror plot by two brothers

French prosecutors say two brothers arrested in northern France were planning a deadly antisemitic terror attack and sought martyrdom.

ISIS supporter is shooter in Virginia university attack

Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guard member and ISIS supporter, identified as gunman who opened fire at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, killing one and injuring two others.

The buck stops at Israel and Trump- since everyone else runs away

Leaving everything to Israel and Trump, while criticizing them, doesn't work when you are stranded in a war zone. Westerners suddenly discovered, with belated horror, that the world is not an Airbnb catalogue and that history does not pause to let them check out. Opinion.

Two arrested for ISIS bombing plot at Mamdani's residence

Two men have been charged with terrorism-related offenses following an attempted bombing outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence at Gracie Mansion. The incident occurred on Saturday amid an anti-Islam protest.

Federal complaint:

NYC suspects sought deadlier attack than Boston bombing

Federal complaint says two Pennsylvania men inspired by ISIS threw homemade explosive devices at protesters outside New York City mayor’s residence.

Syrian forces dismantle ISIS cell near Raqqa, kill its leader

Syrian security forces dismantle an ISIS cell near Raqqa, killing its leader and arresting several terrorists following deadly attacks on checkpoints.

'New phase'

ISIS claims double attack in Syria

Islamic State claims responsibility for two attacks in Syria, declaring a “new phase" against President Ahmed al-Sharaa and vowing his fate will be like Assad's.

In Jericho operation

ISIS cell planning attack arrested

Jerusalem Border Police and IDF forces arrested four terrorists belonging to ISIS in Jericho, on suspicion that they planned to promote terrorist activity and carry out an attack.

US strikes hit over 30 ISIS targets in Syria

CENTCOM says US forces carried out 10 strikes on more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria, part of Operation Hawkeye Strike launched after a deadly December ambush.

'Most deadly terror plot'

UK men jailed for life over plot to attack Jewish community

Two men jailed for life after planning an attack on Manchester's Jewish community. Foiled by an undercover operative, the ISIS-inspired plot aimed to kill and injure many, including children.

5,700 ISIS fighters moved to Iraq in secretive night operation

US and coalition forces complete 23-day operation transferring more than 5,700 ISIS fighters from Syria to Iraqi custody to bolster regional security.

Netherlands:

15 arrested for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok

Dutch prosecutors arrest 15 people for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok, encouraging terrorism.

Maryland man arrested for attempting to join ISIS, attack Jews

The suspect told an undercover officer that he planned to carry out terror attacks against Jews or people in the USA who support Israel.

Iraqi forces capture ISIS terrorists, destroy hideouts

Iraqi forces arrest two ISIS terrorists in Anbar and destroy three hideouts in Kirkuk. The operations follow earlier arrest of an ISIS terrorist wearing an explosive belt.

Three arrested:

Attack on Israeli embassy in Azerbaijan foiled

Three suspects were arrested for allegedly working for the Islamic State and planning to attack the Israeli Embassy in Baku.

Truce shaken up on 2nd day

Syria accuses Kurdish fighters of freeing ISIS prisoners

Syrian forces move to secure ISIS detention sites after SDF withdrawal, as Damascus and Kurdish leaders trade accusations over prison control.

Iraq arrests three ISIS terrorists in joint counter‑terror raids

Iraqi authorities arrest three ISIS terrorists in Anbar and Sulaymaniyah, including a bomb‑maker.

US strikes terrorist in northwest Syria

US forces kill Al-Qaeda affiliate leader linked to ISIS ambush on Americans in Syria.

US, coalition launch major strikes on ISIS across Syria

CENTCOM announces that US and partner forces carried out major strikes on ISIS across Syria under Operation Hawkeye Strike.

Arab terrorist arrested after joining ISIS

A 15-year-old Arab-Israeli pledged allegiance to ISIS and planned to carry out an attack in Israel.

UK, France strike ISIS weapons site in Syria

UK and French forces strike a suspected ISIS weapons site in Syria. Britain says the precision attack hit access tunnels.

How an attack planned for New Year's Eve was foiled

U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said the suspect planned to stab civilians in a grocery store and a fast-food restaurant, and wrote that he wanted to die as a 'holy Martyr's.

FBI foils New Year’s Eve ISIS‑inspired attack in North Carolina

FBI agents arrest 18‑year‑old accused of plotting an ISIS‑inspired New Year’s Eve attack on a North Carolina grocery store.

Syria says ISIS planned attacks on churches

Syria says ISIS plotted to attack churches and gatherings, after an ISIS suicide bomber killed a security officer in Aleppo.

Syria:

Suicide bomber strikes Aleppo patrol, one dead

Suicide bomber kills one and wounds two in Aleppo. Syrian officials say the attacker likely had ISIS ties. No group has claimed responsibility.

Nationwide operation

Turkey arrests 357 ISIS suspects

Turkish police arrest 357 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids after deadly clashes that killed three officers and six terrorists, amid warnings of planned holiday attacks.

CENTCOM:

25 ISIS terrorists neutralized in Syria

CENTCOM says US and partner forces killed or captured nearly 25 ISIS terrorists in Syria following a massive joint strike with Jordan on December 19.

European attack foiled?

Dutch arrest Syrian over ISIS-linked threat

29-year-old Syrian man arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly belonging to ISIS and planning a Christmas-time terror attack in Europe.

Amid heightened security

Turkey arrests three ISIS suspects

Turkish police arrest three ISIS suspects in Malatya, as authorities raise security nationwide amid fears of possible terror attacks.

US airstrikes hit ISIS and bandit targets in northwestern Nigeria

Nigerian government says US airstrikes targeted ISIS-linked terrorists, the Lakurawa jihadist group, and bandit gangs in Sokoto State.

Syria kills senior ISIS leader, arrests others

Syrian forces, with US-led coalition support, kill a senior ISIS leader and capture several others near Damascus amid a new phase of coordinated anti-terror operations.

Due to attacks on Christians

Trump orders US strikes on ISIS in Nigeria

US forces strike ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria after Trump’s order, responding to terrorist attacks on Christians. Trump calls the strikes “powerful and deadly" in a Truth Social post.

Turkey

115 ISIS operatives arrested in Christmas attack plot

Turkish police raid over 100 locations in Istanbul to thwart plot to attack many Christmas and New Year's celebrations throughout the country.

Top ISIS leader arrested near Damascus

Syrian security and US-led coalition forces capture ISIS’s Damascus governor, Taha al-Zoubi, after a lengthy surveillance mission near the Syrian capital.

UK

2 men convicted for plot to massacre hundreds of Jews

Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein were convicted of planning a mass murder attack against Jews in the UK, preparing to arm themselves with automatic rifles for the purpose.

After Bondi attack

Australian state to ban ISIS flags, 'globalize the intifada'

New South Wales plans to outlaw ISIS flags, extremist symbols, and chants like “globalize the intifada” in the wake of the Hanukkah massacre on Bondi Beach.

Operation Hawkeye:

U.S. and Jordan bomb ISIS Targets in Syria

The attack comes in retaliation for the ISIS ambush that killed two US soldiers.

IDF soldiers capture ISIS-affiliated suspect in Syria operation

IDF soldiers conduct operation in Rafid, southern Syria, apprehending ISIS-affiliated suspect, and seizing weapons.

Australian PM:

'Bondi Beach attack driven by ISIS ideology'

Australian PM Anthony Albanese says the Bondi Beach shooting was motivated by “Islamic State ideology,” calling it an act of hate and confirming authorities are investigating further.

Iowa National Guard:

Sgt. William Howard, Sgt. Edgar Torres-Tovar fell in Syria

Iowa National Guardsmen Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar were killed in an ambush in the Palmyra area of Syria. Three others were wounded.

Report:

ASIO probed Sydney attacker years before Hanukkah rampage

Australian intelligence probed one of the Bondi Beach terrorists six years ago over ISIS ties, yet he joined his father in killing 15 at Hanukkah event.

Trump on deadly ISIS ambush in Syria: We will retaliate

Trump vows “very serious” retaliation after two US troops and a civilian were killed in an ISIS ambush in Syria. CENTCOM confirmed the attacker was eliminated.

Suicide Attack Stopped:

Negev resident indicted for planned bombing inspired by ISIS

A Negev resident is accused of conducting training, preparations, and attempts to obtain weapons as part of planning an attack against soldiers in Be'er Sheva.

Terrorists who planned Knesset truck bombing sentenced

The Jerusalem District Court sentenced two ISIS-aligned terrorists to 12 and 5 years in prison for planning a gas-tank truck bombing near the Knesset, noting the plot was in an advanced stage and posed a real threat to human life.

US, Syrian forces destroy 15 ISIS weapons caches in Syria

US and Syrian forces destroyed more than 15 ISIS weapons sites in southern Syria, eliminating rockets, mortars, rifles, IED materials, and drugs.

Canada

Another minor arrested on suspicion of planning an ISIS attack

In recent years, there has been a troubling rise in the number of minors involved in planning terrorist attacks in Canada, including against the Jewish community.

Syrian on trial for knife attack at Berlin Holocaust memorial

Syrian teen on trial in Berlin for February knife attack at the Holocaust memorial. Prosecutors say he supported ISIS and targeted a Jewish victim.

ISIS terror cell arrested, preventing imminent attack

Four would-be ISIS-supporting terrorists from Beit Safafa in Jerusalem arrested by security forces, thwarting imminent attack.

Canadian intel chief warns: Jews are being targeted

Canadian intelligence chief expresses concern over growing terror threat towards Jewsh community, increasing attempts by youth to harm Jews.

CENTCOM:

22 anti-ISIS operations in Syria, 5 terrorists eliminated

CENTCOM reports 22 operations against ISIS in Syria last month, killing 5 and capturing 19. The raids weakened ISIS’s ability to operate locally or globally.

Syria launches major operation to hunt ISIS cells

Syria launches a multi-province operation to dismantle Islamic State cells, timed with interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa’s upcoming US visit focused on counterterrorism.

ISIS-inspired

Two New Jersey men arrested in terror plot probe

Two New Jersey men arrested in an ISIS-inspired terror probe, linked to a Michigan cell that was already caught. One suspect was caught at Newark Airport en route to Syria.

FBI foils ISIS-linked terror plot in Michigan ahead of Halloween

FBI arrests multiple suspects in Michigan over ISIS-linked Halloween terror plot. Officials praise swift action that prevented a potential tragedy. Investigation continues.

PA spokesman:

'Hamas acting like ISIS in Gaza executions'

PA spokesman Anwar Rajab condemns Hamas’s public executions in Gaza, calling its tactics “ISIS-like” and accusing the group of fostering a culture of violence, theft, and terror against its own people.

PA official

Hamas using ‘ISIS-like methods’

Mohammad al-Masri, Director of the Palestinian Center for Strategic Studies, claimed that Hamas’ executions in Gaza are “a grave crime that harms national and moral values.”

British men accused of planning mass murder at Jewish event

British prosecutors say two men plotted an ISIS-inspired attack on Jews in northwest England. Weapons were smuggled in, but an undercover operative exposed the plan.

Attack foiled

Islamic State terrorist planned to detonate bomb at bus stop

Islamic State-affiliated terrorist planned to detonate a bomb at an Akko bus stop to harm IDF soldiers.