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The 'Islamic State' group is an extremist organization

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One of Washington's concerns in post-Assad Syria is preventing the reemergence of the "Islamic State."

US concerned over IS resurgence in Syria

US concerned over IS resurgence in Syria

One of Washington's concerns in post-Assad Syria is preventing the reemergence of the "Islamic State."
PoliticsDecember 13, 202402:38 min
A US tank silhouetted as flares light up the night sky

Is the 'Islamic State' a threat to Syria's political future?

Is the 'Islamic State' a threat to Syria's political future?

The so-called "Islamic State" terror group has been considerably weakened in Syria, but not completely destroyed.
ConflictsDecember 10, 2024
Firemen try to extinguish a burning fuel tank at an oil refinery in the province of Homs, Syria, on November 23, 2013

What's next for Syria's devastated economy?

What's next for Syria's devastated economy?

The economy contracted by 85% during nearly 14 years of war, which decimated infrastructure and sparked hyperinflation.
BusinessDecember 10, 2024
A group of young men and protesters are gathered on top of a large tank in Syria.

Key players shaping post-Assad Syria

Key players shaping post-Assad Syria

Advances by different rebel groups led to the abrupt toppling of long-time Syrian dictator Bashar Assad. Who are they?
ConflictsDecember 9, 2024
Group of young people using smart mobile phones in subway city underground

The teenage terrorists of the 'Islamic State'

The teenage terrorists of the 'Islamic State'

How is the extremist group, with branches in Africa and Afghanistan, convincing European teens to attack its enemies?
PoliticsSeptember 11, 2024
Marco Buschmann and Nancy Faeser during the press conference on Thursday

Solingen knife attack prompts tough security measures

Solingen knife attack prompts tough security measures

The German government has taken action in response to the knife attack in Solingen, banning knives in public places.
PoliticsAugust 30, 2024
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How extremist groups like 'Islamic State' are using AI

Extremists are urging followers to use the latest digital tools to spread their extremist message and recruit.
TechnologyJuly 10, 2024
An emergency worker stands before a fire-hit synagogue

Militant attacks in Dagestan: A new generation of radicals?

Public discontent and officials that lack accountability: three experts discuss what lies behind the Dagestan attacks.
ConflictsJune 26, 2024
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Syrian protesters rise up against Islamists in Idlib

Opponents of Assad seeking refuge in Idlib are now protesting against local Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham.
PoliticsMay 25, 2024
Five young Central Asian men seen in front of tents, leaning on a yellow metal barrier

Russia's Tajiks face discrimination after Moscow attack

Many Central Asians in Russia have faced heightened xenophobia following the recent attack near Moscow.
MigrationMarch 27, 2024
French soldiers patrolling in Paris during the Rugby World Cup in October 2023

Terror risk in Europe: How big is it and from whom?

Europe is on high alert after a spate of attacks. The risk is real, authorities warn.
PoliticsDecember 21, 2023
Belgian Police stand behind a cordoned off area close to where a suspected Tunisian extremist has been shot dead hours after manhunt

Belgium: Terrorist shooting underlines tense mood in Europe

Attacks in Belgium and France have Europe on high alert. The mood is tense and the risk of violent polarization is rife.
PoliticsOctober 18, 2023
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