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'Islamic State' group
The 'Islamic State' group is an extremist organization
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Inside Europe: Turkish fears over returning jihadists
Islamic State and other jihadist groups are facing defeat in Syria. But neighbouring Turkey is worried that militant fighters are heading its way. Over the past few years over 300 people have been killed in attacks in Turkey, blamed on jihadists. But hundreds of Islamic State militants escaped from Raqqa and thousands more are based just across Turkey’s border. Dorian Jones reports from Istanbul.
Terror drops globally but rises in Europe
DW finds out why OECD countries have reached a 16-year high in terrorism-related fatalities.
Russia accuses US of providing cover for 'IS'
The US-led coalition in Syria tried to "impede" Russian warplanes from bombing "Islamic State" militia, Russia said.
Trial begins over IS attack on Istanbul airport
Members of IS alleged to have been involved in last year's Istanbul airport attack go on trial.
Grave of 400 'IS' victims found in Iraq
The grisly find was made at an airbase near the city of Hawija, recently liberated after three years under 'IS' control.
Syria ousts 'IS' from urban stronghold
The Syrian army, fighting alongside Lebanon's Hezbollah, has seized the last "Islamic State" urban hub in Syria.
US staff told to leave Mogadishu after threat
The US has warned non-essential diplomatic staff to leave Mogadishu immediately after a specific threat against them.
'Islamic State' car bomb kills dozens
Scores of people displaced by the latest fighting in Syria's Deir el-Zour province have been killed in a car bombing.
US strikes 'Islamic State' fighters in Somalia
"Several terrorists" were killed in two airstrikes by the United States on IS militants in Somalia.
'Islamic State' suffers major losses in Syria and Iraq
The Syrian army retook the city of Deir el-Zour from the IS on a day the extremists also lost al-Qaim in Iraq.
Huge haul of 'IS'-trafficked drugs in Italy
Italian police have seized more than 50 million euros' worth of opiates trafficked by the terror group, authorities say.
'IS' claims New York attack
The terror group has said that the man who killed 8 people and injured 12 was their "soldier."
Is Central Asia a breeding ground for terrorism?
Kyrgyzstan-based security expert Deirdre Tynan says the attack raises many questions for the US.
Iraq 'not interested' in deal with Kurds
Kurdish authorities have accused Baghdad of undermining their attempts to reach a deal on disputed areas and borders.
'Love jihad' in India?
Controversy has broken out over an Indian anti-terror body's investigation of "love jihad." Murali Krishan reports.
Belgium: Two suspects charged for Thalys 2015 attack
The men were arrested after police raided several homes in Brussels. They are facing terror-related charges.
Marawi residents report military abuses during siege
Residents of Marawi are preparing to take legal action against the government for committing human rights violations.
Syria: Russia sees end in sight at peace talks
Russia's military campaign objectives "have been almost accomplished," according to an influential lawmaker.
Egypt announces major security shakeup
Egypt has replace the army chief of staff and several top interior ministry security officials.
Iraq orders suspension of fighting against Kurds
Baghdad has been fighting Kurdish forces in northern Iraq since a disputed independence referendum on September 25.
Is Marawi free from 'Islamic State' influence?
Does the Marawi "liberation" signal the end of Islamist influence in the region? Ana P. Santos reports.
Iraqi forces attack last IS stronghold
Government troops have turned to the terrorists' last bastion on the Syrian border.
'IS' massacres dozens in central Syria
The killings raise fears of more revenge attacks as the jihadis continue to lose ground.
Philippines says militants in Marawi 'finished'
The Philippine defense secretary says a five-month battle against 'IS' supporters in a southern city has finished.
Russia: US-backed forces devastated Raqqa
Russia has accused the US of "barbaric" bombardment of Raqqa, after US-backed forces took control of the city.
Tillerson tries to undercut Iran in Saudi Arabia
The US top diplomat hailed the renewed cooperation between Riyadh and Baghdad at a Saudi-organized summit.
Intelligence chief warns of IS sympathizers in Germany
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency says IS sympathizers returning to the country could pose a security risk.
Iraqi court orders arrest of senior Kurdish official
The vice president of Iraqi Kurdistan is accused of calling Iraqi troops in Kirkuk "occupying forces."
EU aims to combat 'low-tech' terrorism
The EU says more than €180 million will be dedicated to stopping terrorist attacks by smaller, less complex cells.
US man found guilty in IS beheading plot
The man was found guilty of plotting to behead a conservative blogger for organizing a "Draw the Prophet" contest.
Germany suspends training of Kurdish fighters
Germany has been a major partner of the peshmerga, providing them weapons and training.
Kobani, a city reborn after 'Islamic State' expulsion
The besieged city was freed of "Islamic State" militants in a battle followed by international media. The drama remains.
Souad Mekhennet: the journalist who speaks to jihadis
German-born Mekhennet has focused her investigative career on diving into militant islamist networks.
Syrian militias liberate Raqqa from 'Islamic State'
The city in northern Syria had served as the self-styled capital of the "Islamic State" terror group since 2014.
Duterte declares Marawi 'liberation'
Rebuilding and rehabilitating the war-torn city of Marawi will be a test case for Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
Masoud’s list - from 'IS' victim to terrorist hunter
German intelligence agencies often use refugees' tip-offs about possible "IS" members, though the data is contentious.
US kills 'dozens of IS fighters' in Yemen
US forces said they had killed dozens of "Islamic State" members in a strike on two training camps in Yemen.
From IS victim to terrorist hunter
Masoud Aqil from Syria spent nine months as a prisoner of the militant group calling itself the "Islamic State" (IS).
IS fighters evacuate as Raqqa battle nears end
"Islamic State" fighters have reportedly evacuated the city of Raqqa, taking civilians with them as human shields.
IS facing imminent collapse in Syria's Raqqa
US-backed coalition forces claim they are about drive IS completely out of Raqqa.
Syria: 'Islamic State' makes last stand in Raqqa
With a "hard core of foreign fighters," the notorious militant group has positioned itself for its last stand in Raqqa.
Extremists oppose terror suspect's US extradition
The Trump administration in the US has ratcheted up pressure on Islamabad to act against Islamists active in Pakistan.
Syria: Liberation of Raqqa in 'last stage'
The "Islamic State" has been cornered into a pocket of territory near the city center, where it once staged beheadings.
Gunman attacks Saudi royal palace in Jeddah
A gunman has attacked the Saudi royal palace in Jeddah, killing two guards and injuring three others.
Iraq recaptures last IS stronghold in Iraq
The Iraqi army have cleared out fighters from the "Islamic State" from their last stronghold in the country.
France to enact some emergency measures into law
While rights advocates have decried France's new anti-terror bill, it has been met with little public resistance.
US renews air attacks on IS in Libya
The US military has carried out air strikes against so-called "Islamic State" in Libya, killing several fighters.
Mother of IS fighter financed son's activities
She said she did not know anything about her son's plan to fight in Syria, but a judge didn't believe her.
In Iraq, minorities pin hopes on a Kurdish state
Iraqi minorities have been voting for an independent Kurdish state in a bid for stability and peace.
Trial of alleged 'IS' recruiter begins in Germany
A radical Islamist preacher accused of recruiting for IS has gone on trial in Germany's northern city of Celle.
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