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Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is the leader of the self-named terror organization "Islamic State" (IS).
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Germany and Europe are once again 'Islamic State' targets
The attack in Solingen is just the latest example of a new wave of violence linked to the Islamic State terrorist group.
Turkey says suspected 'Islamic State' leader killed in Syria
Abu Hussein al-Qurashi has been killed in an operation by the Turkish intelligence services, President Erdogan said.
Syria: US forces kill senior 'Islamic State' leader
Khalid Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri, a senior IS leader tied to planned attacks in Europe, was killed in Syria.
Iraqi forces capture deputy IS leader
Iraqi forces claim to have captured a high-ranking IS leader in an international operation.
Turkey rounds up scores of IS suspects
Turkish police have launched a nationwide sweep against the jihadi group, netting dozens of suspects.
Trump honors IS-fighting dog
Conan was injured as it helped track down "Islamic State" leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in northwest Syria last month.
Turkey captures al-Baghdadi’s wife — doesn't want fuss
Erdogan said he "didn't want to make a fuss" over the capture, like the US had done over al Baghdadi's death.
Turkey and 'Islamic State' — is Ankara doing enough?
The IS leader's killing near Turkey's border has raised concern Ankara isn't doing enough to fight terrorism.
Turkey captures sister of slain IS leader
Turkey has called the arrest "an intelligence gold mine" as they hope to learn more about the militant group.
US releases videos from al-Baghdadi death raid
The general who oversaw the killing of the Islamic State leader says the US is on alert for "retribution."
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US secures Syria oil fields after killing 'IS' leader
The defense secretary said US troops "will remain" for the forseeable future.
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IS leader al-Baghdadi death prompts terror alerts
The Philippines and France have issued security alerts and announced measures to prevent possible revenge attacks.
Trump confirms death of 'Islamic State' leader
The head of the "Islamic State" was killed in a special forces operation in the Syrian province of Idlib, said Trump.
Who was Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi?
From insurgent to global terrorist, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi transformed the "Islamic State" into what it is today.
US operation targets IS leader Baghdadi: reports
Chatter from US officials indicates a special operation targeted IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in Syria.
IS leader calls on fighters to free jailed members
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is purported to have issued his first message since April.
IS leader al-Baghdadi appears in new video
For the first time in five years, the leader of IS has appeared on video, praising the Sri Lanka attacks.
Baghdadi resurfaces in IS audio recording
News of Baghdadi's death would seem to have been greatly exaggerated, if a new recording proves genuine.
Islamic State’s al-Baghdadi likely 'still alive’
The latest claim about the fate of the militant leader contradicts Russia’s assertions that it probably killed him.
Iraq declares victory over IS in Tal Afar
The US-led coalition has hailed the liberation of the strategic city as a "stunning victory" for Iraqi forces.
Report: 'Islamic State' leader dead
Reports emerge, not for the first time, that Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has been killed. The Pentagon couldn't corroborate.
Hundreds flee Mosul
Despite efforts by Iraqi forces, the UN said civilians in territory occupied by IS face "almost unimaginable" danger.
IS destroys al-Baghdadi's 'caliphate' mosque
"Islamic State" leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared a self-styled caliphate from the mosque in 2014.
Russia says it may have killed 'IS' leader
Russia has announced that it is probing whether an airstrike in Syria killed Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in late May.
Allies vow to destroy 'IS'
A US-led 68-nation alliance says it remains "firmly united" in its resolve to wipe out the extremist group.
Iraq forces capture key Mosul bridge
A top military official has warned of 'fiercer' resistance as Baghad-led forces advance to the center of the city.
Iraq: 'IS' chief targeted in airstrikes
Fresh airstrikes have left at least 13 commanders of the notorious militant group dead, the military said in a statement
US doubles bounty for 'Islamic State' chief
Officials have hiked up a reward for details leading to capture of "Islamic State" leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
Fighting intensifies in Mosul as Iraqi forces push forward
An Iraqi army official has described the fighting in Mosul as "one of the hardest battles we've faced."
IS leader Baghdadi rallies troops in rare video
"Islamic State" leader Baghdadi has released his first video in nearly a year urging jihadis to fight in Iraq.
Iraqi and Peshmerga troops advance on Mosul
The liberation of Mosul is advancing more quickly than expected, officials report.
Iraqi Kurds claim advances against IS near Mosul
Iraqi Kurdish forces have recaptured six villages from the so-called "Islamic State" (IS).
Report: 'Omar the Chechen' only wounded
Omar Al-Shishani, a commander in the self-styled "Islamic State," was reportedly only wounded in a recent US airstrike.
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'IS' leader releases new voice recording
A purported audio message by the "Islamic State" (IS) leader said the group only 'gets tougher' in face of air strikes.
Syria's al Qaeda branch releases Lebanese soldiers
Al Qaeda's Syrian branch, the Nusra Front, has released 16 Lebanese policemen and soldiers as part of a prisoner swap.
'Islamic State' confirms number two killed
"IS" jihadists have released a statement confirming the death of the group's second in command.
'IS' fighter urges fellow Turks to conquer Istanbul
A fighter proclaiming allegiance to "Islamic State" has appeared in a video urging Turks to rebel.
'IS' leader raped US hostage
The leader of the self-proclaimed "Islamic State" group repeatedly raped a US aid worker who was being held hostage.
IS releases new al-Baghdadi message
Islamic State head releases new recording, urging all Muslims to travel to Syria and Iraq to fight
Lebanese protest execution of captive soldier
Civilians in Lebanon have staged violent protests after al Nusra militants said they executed a captive soldier. Meanwhile, Lebanese forces clashed with militants at the Syrian border.
Lebanon 'holding IS chief's relatives'
Lebanon's interior minister has said that tests confirm it is holding a daughter and an ex-wife of the self-styled "Islamic State's" leader. The captives might prove useful to Lebanon with its own hostage problems.
Lebanon holding IS chief’s wife
Lebanon’s army has announced the arrest of a wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the "Islamic State." One of his children was reportedly captured with the woman.
Egyptian Islamists pledge allegiance to 'IS'
An Islamist group based in Egypt has pledged its allegiance to the leader of "Islamic State," which controls territory in Syria and Iraq. Ansar Beit al-Maqdis has carried out several attacks on Egyptian security forces.
Obama vows intense fight against IS
US President Barack Obama has said the fight against the "Islamic State" has entered a "new phase." It remains unclear whether recent US-led airstrikes have killed the group's top commander, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
After airstrikes, rumors swirl over fate of IS leader
"Islamic State" (IS) top commander Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was rumored to have been wounded or killed in a recent US-led airstrike. Central Command officials, however, could not confirm his fate.
Islamic State in South Asia?
Analyst Omar Hamid tells DW how social media may help 'Islamic State' gain a foothold in South Asia.
Al Qaeda vs. 'Islamic State'
With its advances in India, al Qaeda is eager to show some success in its rivalry with "IS."
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