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U.S. Says Assad Is Aiding ISIS With Airstrikes
The U.S. accused the Syrian government of helping the group advance near Aleppo.
ISIS Executes Men in Palmyra, Syria; Says Ruins Are Intact
The group claims the Syrian city's ancient ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are intact. But it might destroy the statues.
White House Does Damage Control After Defense Secretary Carter's Remarks on Iraq
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden reassured Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi on Monday of the U.S. commitment to Iraq's fight against ISIS.
French Counter Terrorism Forces 'At Breaking Point'
As security at churches increases following foiled Paris attack, experts say current levels of protection are unsustainable.
Bomb Explodes at Spanish Embassy in Libyan Capital
No reported casualties in latest of embassy attacks in Libya, following assaults on South Korean and Moroccan embassies.
Iraq's Yazidi New Year Marred by Memories of ISIS
Members of Iraq's Yazidi ethnic minority have been consistently targeted by ISIS.
Syria-Bound Son of UK Councillor Arrested on Return to Homeland
Waheed Ahmed was detained Turkey before being arrested at Birmingham Airport.
Islamic State Militants Claim Attacks on Embassies in Libya
Explosion damages Moroccan embassy in Tripoli the day after gunmen kill two in attack on South Korean mission.
ISIS Defeats Could Trip Global Terror Campaign
Battlefield setbacks may trigger lone wolf terrorist attacks in the West.
Russia Plans to Send Tajikistan Military Aid to Combat ISIS
The $1.23 billion in aid will include communication systems, small arms, ammunition for aircraft and more.
Iraq's Interior Minister Says Most of Tikrit is Liberated, Fight Goes On
Iraqi troops fighting to clear last ISIS stronghold in northern Tikrit as PM reportedly visits city.
Italian Foreign Minister Calls for End to Russian Sanctions
Ahead of sanctions review in June, minister says Libya must be considered as equal a threat to Ukraine.
Spain Arrests Four Including Two Teens Planning to Travel to Syria
Interior ministry says minors were travelling from near Barcelona with full knowledge of their families.
British Imams Launch Anti-ISIS Online Magazine
Magazine attempts to tackle online radicalisation and discredit ISIS's claims to religious legitimacy.
UN Says ICC Should Prosecute Islamic State For Iraq Genocide and War Crimes
The UN Human Rights Council launched an inquiry in September after ISIS seized large swathes of northern Iraq.
Air Force Veteran Tairod Pugh Accused of Trying to Join ISIS Heads to Court
He plans to plead not guilty in court today.
Families Flee Libya's Sirte as Clashes with Islamic State Escalate
Fighting between IS and Libya Dawn has forced civilians to flee to Misrata.
Iraq Needs More Airstrikes to Dislodge IS in Tikrit, Say Officials
The Tikrit campaign has been stalled by bombs and booby traps laid by ISIS.
Australia Probes Claim Teenager Was Iraq Suicide Bomber
Jake Bilardi, 18, suspected of suicide attack in Ramadi and may have considered attacks in Australia.
ISIS Release Sign-Language Video in Bid to Recruit Deaf Fighters
A new video features deaf-mute brothers who claim to be traffic wardens in militant regime
UK Plans Airline Laws to Stop Britons Joining Islamic State
Airlines to refuse passengers suspected of 'terrorism-related activity' after 600 Britons join militants in Iraq and Syria.
Islamic State Militants Bulldoze Ancient Nimrud City in Iraq
Militants pillage 3,000-year-old pre-Islamic site a week after smashing artefacts in Mosul.
Islamic State Bulldozes Ancient Assyrian Palace
Iraqi officials confirmed the destruction of the 3,000-year-old site.
Islamic State Torches Oil Field East of Tikrit
Ajil produced 25,000 barrels of crude per day before takeover in June as IS seeks to hinder aerial attacks
The Ancient Sites Now Under Threat From ISIS in Libya
As jihadis use cultural vandalism as a weapon of war, fears are increasing for the country's Greco-Roman heritage.
'Jihadi John' Part of Network Linked to Failed London Bombers
Court papers show Mohammed Emwazi has been known to security services since 2011.
Islamic State Aims To Eradicate Iraq Minorities: Rights Groups
UN say 8,000 civilians killed in second half of 2014 as militants oppress Christians, Yazidis and Turkmen.
Up to 1,700 Russians Fighting for ISIS, Says Head of Secret Service
The FSB chief has agreed to collaborate with Western services to crack down on jihadis.
Giuliani, Cruz Criticize Obama Over Islamic Extremism Remarks
"I do not believe the president loves America," Politico quotes Giuliani as saying Wednesday.
Facing Deadline on Releasing Abuse Photos, Government Stalls, ACLU Says
Obama administration wants clarification on a judge's ruling on the photos, but the ACLU claims it's a delaying tactic.