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ISIS sleeper cell attacks in Syria reach record low, data shows

December 14, 2020

ISIS sleeper cell attacks in Syria reach record low, data shows

Despite the still frequent terrorist attacks ripping through the once ISIS-controlled pockets of northeastern Syria, data released this month showed that November 2020 recorded the lowest number of sleeper cell attacks by the Islamic terror group since their territorial defeat last year.

Biden Defense Secretary pick at helm when team accused of ‘watering down’ ISIS intel

December 9, 2020

Biden Defense Secretary pick at helm when team accused of ‘watering down’ ISIS intel

President-elect Joe Biden’s choice for secretary of defense, retired Gen. Lloyd Austin, could make history as the first Black man to serve in the position, but getting his appointment through Congress could be an uphill battle.

American ex-soldier allegedly provided material support to Syrian-based terrorist

November 25, 2020

American ex-soldier allegedly provided material support to Syrian-based terrorist

A former U.S. soldier was arrested Wednesday for allegedly providing financial support to a self-identified member of al-Nusra Front, a designated terrorist organization based in Syria, according to federal prosecutors.

Biden secretary of state pick Blinken admitted Obama administration 'failed' in Syria

November 24, 2020

Biden secretary of state pick Blinken admitted Obama administration 'failed' in Syria

Antony Blinken, President-elect Joe Biden’s pick for secretary of state, admitted earlier this year that the Obama administration “failed” in Syria — although he also panned the Trump administration for “pulling out” of the country entirely.

American teen who once threatened Trump in ISIS video says it's 'sweet relief' being in US

November 23, 2020

American teen who once threatened Trump in ISIS video says it's 'sweet relief' being in US

Matthew's mother claimed that her husband tricked her, but evidence showed that she was heavily involved in funding ISIS, even helping to film propaganda videos of her son.

Israel launches airstrike against Iranian targets in Syria

November 18, 2020

Israel launches airstrike against Iranian targets in Syria

The Israeli air force conducted overnight airstrikes against eight targets controlled by the Iranian Al Quds forces stationed in Syria.

Reporter's Notebook: Peter Kassig's selfless aid and brutal murder left a profound impact on this journalist

November 16, 2020

Reporter's Notebook: Peter Kassig's selfless aid and brutal murder left a profound impact on this journalist

Aishah Hasnie explains the impact of Peter Kassig's life on her own.

Trump meets with Army unit that conducted Al-Baghdadi raid, awards citation

October 29, 2020

Trump meets with Army unit that conducted Al-Baghdadi raid, awards citation

President Trump has awarded a citation to the Army special operations unit that conducted the 2019 raid resulting in the death of notorious Islamic State leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi.

Bringing the 'ISIS Beatles' to justice in US courts: Behind the complex mission

October 20, 2020

Bringing the 'ISIS Beatles' to justice in US courts: Behind the complex mission

After years of exhaustive work from both the U.S. intelligence community the government, at least some semblance of due process was brought to bear after two of the men involved in the grisly murders of Americans on behalf of ISIS were transported to American shores to face the full wrath of the Justice System.

UN arms embargo against Iran expires: What's next?

October 19, 2020

UN arms embargo against Iran expires: What's next?

Despite staunch opposition from the United States, a long-standing UN arms embargo has lapsed – leaving Tehran open to deadly weapons purchases.