Three days after American jihadists Elton Simpson and Nadir Soofi’s attempted to kill the participants of the Mohammed Cartoon competition in Garland, Texas, was foiled, Defense Secretary Ash Carter acknowledged that “ISIS remains a continuing threat … [Read more...] about U.S. Counterterrorism at Risk
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The Lure of ISIS
Left: ISIS Sign-Language Video for Deaf and Mute recruits in Europe The Islamic State’s attraction to young Muslim females and males continues to mystify Westerners, especially non-Muslims. They wonder, ”Why would educated and mostly well-off … [Read more...] about The Lure of ISIS
Syria breaking up – Lebanon next?*
Left - Members of al Qaeda's Nusra Front in Lebanon. The already extremely complex Middle East may be on the verge of becoming even more so. At this point, the Sh'ia northern arc of Iran, Iraq, Assad and Hezbollah is in confrontation with the … [Read more...] about Syria breaking up – Lebanon next?*
ISIS and AQIM – Highlights, April 16-25, 2015
The following are highlights of ISIS and AQIM global activities: United States * April 25, 2015 - The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued a classified warning about a potential attack by … [Read more...] about ISIS and AQIM – Highlights, April 16-25, 2015
An Era of Blah Blah Blah
One of the many reasons we commemorate the catastrophic death of Abraham Lincoln 150 years ago is to celebrate his incredible style, his ability in a few words to sum up the essence of our hopes and fears at a moment of crisis. What makes it all the … [Read more...] about An Era of Blah Blah Blah
ISIS Advance Update
Left: Issue No. 8, of ISIS English magazine DABIQ, April 2015 As ISIS establishing itself as an independent entity and continues its military campaign, the Obama administration declares success in eroding the Islamic State's power. According to … [Read more...] about ISIS Advance Update