'Islamic State' head in Iraq and Syria killed in strike DW 03/15/2025The leader of ISIS in Iraq and Syria has been killed in a coordinated operation by Iraqi intelligence and US-led coalition forces.
A Yazidi woman enslaved by ISIS is reunited with her kids after years of separationThe Yazidi community continues to suffer, with many women still missing or facing trauma 10 years after the ISIS genocide.
Uncovering Iraq's mass graves: the painstaking search for missing loved ones photo essayMass graves in Iraq highlight the country's traumatic history, with thousands of missing persons due to past conflicts and the rise of ISIS.
I could have been an Islamic State bride': the story behind this year's buzziest comic debutThe author navigated the complex dynamics of peacebuilding in Iraq, focusing on the plight of IS families in refugee camps.
'Islamic State' head in Iraq and Syria killed in strike DW 03/15/2025The leader of ISIS in Iraq and Syria has been killed in a coordinated operation by Iraqi intelligence and US-led coalition forces.
A Yazidi woman enslaved by ISIS is reunited with her kids after years of separationThe Yazidi community continues to suffer, with many women still missing or facing trauma 10 years after the ISIS genocide.
Uncovering Iraq's mass graves: the painstaking search for missing loved ones photo essayMass graves in Iraq highlight the country's traumatic history, with thousands of missing persons due to past conflicts and the rise of ISIS.
I could have been an Islamic State bride': the story behind this year's buzziest comic debutThe author navigated the complex dynamics of peacebuilding in Iraq, focusing on the plight of IS families in refugee camps.
President Biden gives White House address on the dramatic events in SyriaThe fall of Assad's regime marks a historic opportunity for Syria, while U.S. involvement remains crucial to counter ISIS threats and support regional allies.
Trump and Biden on Syria: Maybe not so differentTrump's isolationist stance on Syria reflects a likely continuity in military strategy between his administration and Biden's.
As the Russian military loses its grip in Syria, the US considers pulling its troopsThe US presence in Syria is crucial in containing ISIS and supporting Kurdish-led forces amid shifting power dynamics.
She Regrets Her Past With ISIS. Now She's Reclaiming Her FutureThe past experiences of families with ties to ISIS can create deep-seated fears and stigma in their communities.
What to know about camps in Syria holding families of ISIS fightersThe future of Kurdish allies and thousands of detained suspects in Syria remains uncertain following the consolidation of power by new leaders.
America's allies in Syria hope they can sway Trump's decisions about US troops thereUS troops remain in Syria to counter ISIS, but Trump's return raises concerns about possible military withdrawal and regional instability.
President Biden gives White House address on the dramatic events in SyriaThe fall of Assad's regime marks a historic opportunity for Syria, while U.S. involvement remains crucial to counter ISIS threats and support regional allies.
Trump and Biden on Syria: Maybe not so differentTrump's isolationist stance on Syria reflects a likely continuity in military strategy between his administration and Biden's.
As the Russian military loses its grip in Syria, the US considers pulling its troopsThe US presence in Syria is crucial in containing ISIS and supporting Kurdish-led forces amid shifting power dynamics.
She Regrets Her Past With ISIS. Now She's Reclaiming Her FutureThe past experiences of families with ties to ISIS can create deep-seated fears and stigma in their communities.
What to know about camps in Syria holding families of ISIS fightersThe future of Kurdish allies and thousands of detained suspects in Syria remains uncertain following the consolidation of power by new leaders.
America's allies in Syria hope they can sway Trump's decisions about US troops thereUS troops remain in Syria to counter ISIS, but Trump's return raises concerns about possible military withdrawal and regional instability.
Brooklyn man arrested, accused of conspiring to provide support to ISISA New York man was arrested for allegedly conspiring to support ISIS by wiring funds and possessing weapons.
Brooklyn man charged with funding ISIS, training with firearms in the USMan arrested for providing financial support to ISIS and training with firearms in the US.
Two Potential Terrorist Attacks Mar New Year's DayNew Year's Day celebrations were critically disrupted by horrific terrorist attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas, resulting in multiple casualties and raising national security concerns.
Former U.S. Soldier Is Sentenced to 14 Years for Planning to Help ISISA former U.S. soldier was sentenced to 14 years for trying to aid ISIS in planning attacks against U.S. soldiers.
Brooklyn Man Sent $70k To Fund ISIS, Practiced With Firearms: FedsA Brooklyn man was arrested for conspiring to support ISIS and sending funds to its members.
NYC illegal immigrant who posed with AK-47s busted for supporting ISIS - after ex-wife rats him out for 'sham marriage' to stripperA Brooklyn man, illegally in the U.S., was charged with supporting ISIS after his ex-wife reported his activities to authorities.
Brooklyn man arrested, accused of conspiring to provide support to ISISA New York man was arrested for allegedly conspiring to support ISIS by wiring funds and possessing weapons.
Brooklyn man charged with funding ISIS, training with firearms in the USMan arrested for providing financial support to ISIS and training with firearms in the US.
Two Potential Terrorist Attacks Mar New Year's DayNew Year's Day celebrations were critically disrupted by horrific terrorist attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas, resulting in multiple casualties and raising national security concerns.
Former U.S. Soldier Is Sentenced to 14 Years for Planning to Help ISISA former U.S. soldier was sentenced to 14 years for trying to aid ISIS in planning attacks against U.S. soldiers.
Brooklyn Man Sent $70k To Fund ISIS, Practiced With Firearms: FedsA Brooklyn man was arrested for conspiring to support ISIS and sending funds to its members.
NYC illegal immigrant who posed with AK-47s busted for supporting ISIS - after ex-wife rats him out for 'sham marriage' to stripperA Brooklyn man, illegally in the U.S., was charged with supporting ISIS after his ex-wife reported his activities to authorities.
Genocide Drove the Yazidi From Their Homeland. A Decade Later, Some Are Returning.The Yazidi community faces immense challenges in rebuilding their lives in Sinjar a decade after ISIS atrocities.
Yazidi woman kidnapped by IS freed from Gaza after decade in captivityA 21-year-old Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS was rescued from Gaza after a decade-long ordeal, with US and others involved in the operation.
Yazidi woman rescued from Gaza 10 years after being taken captive by ISILThe rescue operation for a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS involved cooperation from Iraq, the US, Jordan, and Israel amidst complex geopolitical tensions.
Yazidi Woman Taken Captive by ISIS Has Been Rescued in Gaza, Israel SaysThe Israeli military rescued a Yazidi woman from Gaza after 10 years of captivity, showcasing international cooperation in humanitarian missions.
Germany: Iraqi couple accused of abusing Yazidi girls DW 12/30/2024An Iraqi couple faces charges of enslavement and war crimes for abusing Yazidi girls, reflecting the ongoing atrocities committed against this minority.
Volunteers Search for ISIS Kidnap VictimsNo international effort is currently addressing the plight of the Yazidi women and girls held captive by ISIS.
Genocide Drove the Yazidi From Their Homeland. A Decade Later, Some Are Returning.The Yazidi community faces immense challenges in rebuilding their lives in Sinjar a decade after ISIS atrocities.
Yazidi woman kidnapped by IS freed from Gaza after decade in captivityA 21-year-old Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS was rescued from Gaza after a decade-long ordeal, with US and others involved in the operation.
Yazidi woman rescued from Gaza 10 years after being taken captive by ISILThe rescue operation for a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS involved cooperation from Iraq, the US, Jordan, and Israel amidst complex geopolitical tensions.
Yazidi Woman Taken Captive by ISIS Has Been Rescued in Gaza, Israel SaysThe Israeli military rescued a Yazidi woman from Gaza after 10 years of captivity, showcasing international cooperation in humanitarian missions.
Germany: Iraqi couple accused of abusing Yazidi girls DW 12/30/2024An Iraqi couple faces charges of enslavement and war crimes for abusing Yazidi girls, reflecting the ongoing atrocities committed against this minority.
Volunteers Search for ISIS Kidnap VictimsNo international effort is currently addressing the plight of the Yazidi women and girls held captive by ISIS.
Explosion in Afghanistan Kills Minister in Highest-Profile Blast Since Taliban's ReturnKhalil Haqqani's death represents a major event in the ongoing violence in Afghanistan under Taliban rule.
Bomb blast kills at least five in AfghanistanA bomb blast in Kunduz, Afghanistan killed five, including Taliban members, amid a decline in attacks since the U.S. withdrawal.
Explosion in Afghanistan Kills Minister in Highest-Profile Blast Since Taliban's ReturnKhalil Haqqani's death represents a major event in the ongoing violence in Afghanistan under Taliban rule.
Bomb blast kills at least five in AfghanistanA bomb blast in Kunduz, Afghanistan killed five, including Taliban members, amid a decline in attacks since the U.S. withdrawal.
Iraq: UNESCO supports reconstruction of Mosul treasures DW 02/05/2025UNESCO and partners are working to restore Mosul's cultural heritage after extensive destruction by ISIS, emphasizing community involvement in reconstruction efforts.
Trump orders airstrikes targeting senior IS attack planner' in SomaliaThe US military conducted airstrikes against ISIS in Somalia, marking a significant action during Trump's presidency.
Trump is killing terrorists again and cleaning up Biden's disastrous mistakes - it's gloriousTrump's aggressive military strategy targets ISIS resurgence, asserting determination to protect Americans.
Trump orders airstrikes targeting senior IS attack planner' in SomaliaThe US military conducted airstrikes against ISIS in Somalia, marking a significant action during Trump's presidency.
Trump is killing terrorists again and cleaning up Biden's disastrous mistakes - it's gloriousTrump's aggressive military strategy targets ISIS resurgence, asserting determination to protect Americans.
Trump Orders Airstrikes Against ISIS in SomaliaPresident Trump ordered airstrikes against ISIS in Somalia, marking his first major military operation overseas as President.
US military conducts airstrikes against Islamic State operatives in SomaliaU.S. conducted airstrikes against ISIS operatives in Somalia, marking a significant military action directed by Trump during his second presidential term.
Trump Orders Airstrikes Against ISIS in SomaliaPresident Trump ordered airstrikes against ISIS in Somalia, marking his first major military operation overseas as President.
US military conducts airstrikes against Islamic State operatives in SomaliaU.S. conducted airstrikes against ISIS operatives in Somalia, marking a significant military action directed by Trump during his second presidential term.
Trump says airstrikes on ISIS in Somalia killed terrorists without 'harming civilians'Trump announced successful airstrikes against ISIS operatives in Somalia, claiming no civilian harm and signaling U.S. readiness to combat terrorism.
What Does the Future Hold for Syrian Kurds Post-Assad?The YPJ, famous for fighting ISIS, now faces threats from Turkey post-Assad, highlighting global negligence towards Kurdish sacrifices.
Raqqa, former Islamic State stronghold, faces regime change in Syria under shadow of TurkeyRaqqa's transition from a war-torn city to a place of cautious renewal faces new fears of Turkish military aggression.
U.S. Strategy on Syria Risks ISIS Resurgence, Kurdish General WarnsU.S. abandonment of Kurdish allies risks ISIS resurgence amid ongoing conflict in Syria.
What Does the Future Hold for Syrian Kurds Post-Assad?The YPJ, famous for fighting ISIS, now faces threats from Turkey post-Assad, highlighting global negligence towards Kurdish sacrifices.
Raqqa, former Islamic State stronghold, faces regime change in Syria under shadow of TurkeyRaqqa's transition from a war-torn city to a place of cautious renewal faces new fears of Turkish military aggression.
U.S. Strategy on Syria Risks ISIS Resurgence, Kurdish General WarnsU.S. abandonment of Kurdish allies risks ISIS resurgence amid ongoing conflict in Syria.
British IS members in Syria should be allowed home, says Trump's counter-terror pickBritish nationals held in Syrian camps for IS should be allowed to return, according to Trump's counter-terrorism chief, enhancing UK-US relations.
Trump's counter-terror adviser insists UK will not be forced to allow Begum backThe importance of on-the-ground reporting to cover critical issues like reproductive rights and terrorism response.
British IS members in Syria should be allowed home, says Trump's counter-terror pickBritish nationals held in Syrian camps for IS should be allowed to return, according to Trump's counter-terrorism chief, enhancing UK-US relations.
Trump's counter-terror adviser insists UK will not be forced to allow Begum backThe importance of on-the-ground reporting to cover critical issues like reproductive rights and terrorism response.
Tracing the New Orleans Attacker's Secret RadicalizationJabbar, once a decorated Army veteran, radicalized to commit a deadly attack in New Orleans, revealing hidden extremism.
How Crazy Was The Las Vegas Cybertruck Bomber? | DefectorReports on violence often sensationalize connections to extremism, overlooking the individual's unique motivations and circumstances.
Tracing the New Orleans Attacker's Secret RadicalizationJabbar, once a decorated Army veteran, radicalized to commit a deadly attack in New Orleans, revealing hidden extremism.
How Crazy Was The Las Vegas Cybertruck Bomber? | DefectorReports on violence often sensationalize connections to extremism, overlooking the individual's unique motivations and circumstances.
FBI says deadly New Orleans attack suspect acted alone. And, the House speaker voteThe FBI confirmed Shamsud-Din Jabbar acted alone in the New Orleans attack, reversing previous statements about his involvement with others.
President Biden Says Dead New Orleans Terror Suspect Inspired' By ISIS, Posted Video About Islamic Terror Group Hours Before Attack That Killed 15Biden expresses solidarity with New Orleans following a deadly ISIS-inspired attack, emphasizing national grief and the importance of investigation.
Marin firefighter in New Orleans describes scene after deadly truck attackA tragic attack occurred on New Orleans' Bourbon Street, leaving 15 dead, with the suspect being inspired by ISIS.
Friday BriefingBourbon Street reopened cautiously after a tragic attack, demonstrating resilience amidst heightened security.
FBI says deadly New Orleans attack suspect acted alone. And, the House speaker voteThe FBI confirmed Shamsud-Din Jabbar acted alone in the New Orleans attack, reversing previous statements about his involvement with others.
President Biden Says Dead New Orleans Terror Suspect Inspired' By ISIS, Posted Video About Islamic Terror Group Hours Before Attack That Killed 15Biden expresses solidarity with New Orleans following a deadly ISIS-inspired attack, emphasizing national grief and the importance of investigation.
Marin firefighter in New Orleans describes scene after deadly truck attackA tragic attack occurred on New Orleans' Bourbon Street, leaving 15 dead, with the suspect being inspired by ISIS.
Friday BriefingBourbon Street reopened cautiously after a tragic attack, demonstrating resilience amidst heightened security.
Biden says U.S., allies working to stabilize Syria after Assad regime's collapseThe U.S. continues airstrikes against ISIS in Syria as a response to destabilization caused by Assad's regime fall.
The US military struck 75 ISIS targets in Syria as Assad's government fellThe US military conducted airstrikes against ISIS in Syria following the fall of Assad's government.
US announces air strikes on ISIL targets in Syria after al-Assad's fallUS air strikes aim to dismantle ISIS amidst political shifts in Syria after Assad's government collapse.Biden highlights both risk and opportunity following Assad's fall, seeking cooperative efforts to aid Syria's future.