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The 'Islamic State' group is an extremist organization
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German defense minister pushes to keep German troops in Iraq
The German parliament has also signaled its support for troops to stay put.
Germany jails jihadi for Syrian massacre
An ex-member of al-Qaida affiliate Nusra Front has been sentenced to life in prison for involvement in a 2013 massacre.
Nigeria hit by deadly bomb attack
Militant groups have long targeted military and civilian sites along the Nigerian-Cameroonian frontier.
YPG returnees: Counterterrorist fighters under suspicion
Despite leading the charge against IS, those who fought with the Kurdish militia find themselves under surveillance.
Turkey rounds up scores of IS suspects
Turkish police have launched a nationwide sweep against the jihadi group, netting dozens of suspects.
US hits back at Iran-linked militia in Iraq
The "defensive strikes" follow a rocket barrage in northern Iraq that killed an American contractor.
Iraq: US civilian killed in attack on military base
A US contractor is dead and several security personnel are injured following a rocket attack on a military base in Iraq.
How a German family ended up in Syria's 'IS' territory
Hundreds of EU citizens who joined "IS" abroad are in detention in northern Syria. Among them are Aicha and her kids.
Ahmed Maiteeq on Conflict Zone
Libya's deputy prime minister tells DW's Conflict Zone: "We have no slavery."
Germany: Nine terror attacks stopped since 2016
Two terror-related incidents were prevented last month alone, according to Germany's Federal Criminal Police Office.
'Drone attacks' target three energy facilities in Syria
The synchronized attacks on oil and gas facilities have been carried out by unidentified drones, says state media.
Dozens of soldiers killed in Niger ambush
Over 70 troops were killed in the raid, making it one of the deadliest attacks on the West African country's military.
Germany deports 'potential terrorists'
Since 2016, Germany has deported more than 90 people considered willing or capable of conducting terrorist attacks.
French soldiers killed in Mali helicopter collision
The two helicopters collided during an operation against militants in the Mali's restive northern region.
Germany takes back 'Islamic State' mother from Syria
A German woman suspected of being an "Islamic State" member has been repatriated along with her three children.
UK to repatriate British orphans of 'IS' fighters
The UK now joins Germany in repatriating children whose parents were suspected members of the "Islamic State" (IS).
Victims of terror fall globally, rise in far-right attacks
The fall of al-Shabab and Islamic State partly account for the decrease in deaths by terror worldwide.
Attack on Mali army kills dozens of soldiers
Militants deemed jihadis by the Malian government have attacked armed forces on patrol duty.
Indonesia arrests dozens after IS-linked attack
A suicide bomber had killed himself and wounded six others in a police station last Wednesday.
Germany detains Islamist deported from Turkey
Ankara has been deporting individuals with alleged affiliation to the "Islamic State" to their countries of origin.
Ukraine arrests IS deputy 'minister of war'
Ukraine's security service says it has arrested a top "Islamic State" commander after a joint international operation.
Germany: Don't panic over 'IS' returnees' arrival
Critics have said the government should have brought Islamic State supporters back sooner to face justice in Germany.
Germany detains suspected IS members over attack plans
German authorities detained three people on suspicion of planning a bomb attack for the militant "Islamic State" group.
Germany must deal with IS fighters, families
Turkey's decision to deport IS followers is forcing the world to deal with the suspected terrorists and their families.
Turkey starts repatriating 'IS' jihadis
Turkey says an "IS" fighter has been deported to the US and plans are to return a German and a Dane later Monday.
Turkey says it will repatriate IS militants in days
Turkey's interior minister says Ankara will start returning captured IS fighters to their home countries next week.
Germany must repatriate IS-linked mother and children
German courts rule Berlin must bring back three children with an "Islamic State"-linked mother from a camp in Syria.
Kosovo's planned reintegration of IS members
Kosovo plans to hold trials for and reintegrate citizens who were IS members.
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.
German man fighting for Kurds killed in Syria
DW spoke to the man's parents, who say his strong "sense of justice" led him to fight against "IS" atrocities.
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.
Dutch admit botched airstrike killed civilians
The Dutch government has admitted involvement in a 2015 airstrike in northern Iraq that killed 70 people.
Turkey: Germany must take back IS members
Turkish authorities want Germany and other European nations to repatriate citizens who have joined the "Islamic State."
Turkey vows to return IS suspects to Europe
Turkey says it will return "Islamic State" prisoners to their own countries and that it will not be a jihadi"hotel."
IS declares new leader after al-Baghdadi death
The terror group has named a new "caliph." Little is known about the new figure, Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi.
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."
Morocco court upholds death penalty for hiker murders
The murder of the two Scandinavian tourists last year shocked the North African country.
US secures Syria oil fields after killing 'IS' leader
The defense secretary said US troops "will remain" for the forseeable future.
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.
Germany to end anti-IS mission in March
Germany will end its anti-"Islamic State" military mission in six months. The issue has divided the CDU-SPD coalition.
Denmark to strip IS fighters of citizenship
The bill came amid concerns imprisoned IS fighters may escape during a Turkish offensive against Syrian Kurdish forces.
Explosion at Afghan mosque kills dozens
The attack on the mosque killed worshippers attending Friday prayers.
Who are the major players in northern Syria?
The US withdrawal from Kurdish areas and the subsequent Turkish offensive have created a complex web of actors.
Southeast Asia in the crosshairs of 'Islamic State'
A recent attack on Indonesia's security minister is a reminder of the danger of Islamist extremism in Southeast Asia.
Merkel urges halt to Turkey's military incursion
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for an immediate cessation of fighting in Syria.
In Syria, Turkish-Kurdish clashes displace thousands
Turkey's offensive has raised fears that the "Islamic State" could regroup in the region.
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