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al-Qaeda

The dominant terror group for the better part of two decades, al-Qaeda has lost ground to factions like the "Islamic State." Al-Qaeda carries on despite the 2011 death of leader Osama bin Laden at the hands of US troops.

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A view of militants in camouflage jackets preparing a rocket attack

Who's fighting who in Syria?

Who's fighting who in Syria?

Syria's military says it has inflicted heavy losses on Islamists who have been advancing on Aleppo for days.
ConflictsNovember 29, 202402:48 min
The suspect of a stabbing rampage in the western German city of Solingen is escorted, with his head down, by police officers on his way to the Federal Public Prosecutor in Karlsruhe, Germany.

How does IS keep recruiting people — and who are they?

How does IS keep recruiting people — and who are they?

"Islamic State" has claimed responsibility for the Solingen attack. How does the group still recruit members?
TerrorismAugust 29, 202403:18 min
Burkinabe Interim President Ibrahim Traore speak into a microphone

Burkina Faso vows 'determined response' against terrorists

Burkina Faso vows 'determined response' against terrorists

After the deadly attack in Barsalogho, Burkina Faso promises a decisive counterstrike.
ConflictsAugust 27, 2024
Laptop user with their hood up.

How extremist groups like 'Islamic State' are using AI

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
File photo of Malian militants

Violence intensifies in Mali as UN troops withdraw

Violence intensifies in Mali as UN troops withdraw

Renewed fighting in the northern Kidal region coincides with the withdrawal of the UN mission to the country.
TerrorismOctober 7, 202302:00 min
Taliban and Taliban supporters holding guns and flags in front of the American embassy in Kabul.

Afghan Taliban accused of destabilizing neighboring states

Afghan Taliban accused of destabilizing neighboring states

Afghanistan's neighbors have reported a significantly increased threat of terrorism from Taliban-supported groups.
TerrorismAugust 30, 202303:14 min
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