Why Ayatollah Al-Sistani's Iraq Fatwa Is So Important
The Shia cleric's call for Iraqis to resist ISIS could bring back militias and exacerbate sectarian violence in the country.
Xinjiang Citizens Aid Chinese Police In Vigilante Anti-Terrorism Efforts
Xinjiang residents are offering useful tips to help the Chinese government crack down on domestic terrorism.
Iraq Crisis: Obama Rules Out Combat Troops But Mulls Other Options
Obama said he expects to make a decision in the days ahead, but it's ultimately up to the Iraqis to solve their problems.
Facebook, Twitter Down In Iraq: Communications Ministry Blocks Social Media Sites
While the ministry didn't give a reason for the shutdown, it's been speculated that the move is an attempt to stop militants from communicating on the Web.
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Nigeria plays against Iran in its first game on June 16 but intelligence reports have led officials to ban its screening.
Iraq Reveals Openness To Obama Administration To Allow US Airstrikes Against Al Qaeda, Say US Officials
The U.S. is considering options that include possibly providing "kinetic support" for the Iraqi military.
Mosul Seized: Jihadis Loot $429M From City's Central Bank To Make ISIS World's Richest Terror Force
The terror organization has looted 500 billion Iraqi dinars ($429M) from Mosul's central bank, according to the regional governor.
Abu Sayyaf Commander, Khair Mundos, Who Is On The US Most-Wanted List Captured In The Philippines
In 2009, the U.S. State Department reportedly announced a $500,000 bounty for the capture or killing of Khair Mundos.
ISIS Seizes Control Of Mosul, Iraq's Second-Largest City, Forcing 150,000 To Flee
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, a Sunni militant group, has gained control of Iraq's second city.
Islamists Seize Areas Of Kirkuk Following Takeover Of Mosul
Jihadists gained control of five areas west of the city of Kirkuk in Iraq.
More Boko Haram Deaths, Less Media Coverage And No U.S. Troops On the Ground In Nigeria
The kidnapping of the Nigerian schoolgirls dominates press coverage, but it's far from the whole story.
Boko Haram Attacks Kill Hundreds In Multiple Villages
At least 200 Nigerians were killed in northeastern Nigeria; some areas are so remote that it has taken days for reports to reach authorities.
‘Bring Back Our Girls’ Protests Banned In Nigeria
Nigerian police have banned protests in support of the more than 200 girls that were abducted by Boko Haram in April.
Minnesota Man Pulls Gun On Father Teaching Daughter How To Ride Bike: Gary Drake Charged With Assault [VIDEO]
Gary Drake is facing assault and terroristic threat charges following the alleged incident in Rosemount, Minnesota.
Brussels Jewish Museum Shooting: Syrian 'Jihadist' Arrested in Marseille
The suspect, Mehdi Nemmouche, was known to French counterterrorism police.
Abu Hurayra al-Amriki, A Floridian, Is Confirmed As Suicide Bomber In Syria
At least 17 people were killed in what is believed to be the first such attack by an American citizen.
Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan Vows ‘Total War’ Against Boko Haram On Democracy Day
Earlier this week, the Nigerian government reportedly called off a deal to swap the kidnapped schoolgirls for the militants in custody.
54 Killed In Simultaneous Boko Haram Strikes In Nigeria, While US Still Can't Confirm Kidnapped Schoolgirls' Whereabouts
Boko Haram militants attacked a military base and adjacent police barracks, killing 54 people.
Why Is The US 'Training Anti-Terror Troops in North Africa to Fight Al-Qaeda'?
The secret program to combat al Qaeda includes military forces in Libya, Niger, Mauritania and Mali, according to news reports.
Boko Haram Attack Kills At Least 31 Nigerian Security Personnel
The attack occurred not far from where the Islamist insurgents shot or burned to death 59 pupils at a boarding school in February.
Nigeria's Boko Haram Kills 29 In Village Attack: Sources
The source said around 10 more people had been wounded in Wednesday's attack on Chukku Nguddoa.
Senate Subcommittee Approves Language Letting Pentagon Target Boko Haram
Officials from the Obama administration told a panel last week that Boko Haram had become a top US national security priority.
Boko Haram Survivor Deborah Peter Describes Militants' Attack On Her Home: They 'Told Me To Be Quiet Or Be Killed'
15-year-old Deborah Peter spoke during Wednesday's House Foreign Affairs Committee meeting.
U.S. Deploys About 80 Military Personnel To Help Find Nigerian Girls
US military personnel will support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance efforts over northern Nigeria and the surrounding area.
Nigeria Boko Haram Insurgency: 17 Killed in Borno State Village Day after Jos Bombs
The village of Alagarno is close to Chibok where over 200 schoolgirls were abducted by Boko Haram militants last month.
Nigeria Asks U.N. Al Qaeda Committee To Blacklist Boko Haram
The sanctions would include an international asset freeze, travel ban and arms embargo.
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