Hollande Calls Islamic State Attacks in Paris “Act of War”
The Islamic State claims responsibility for attacks that the French president calls “an act of war.”
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France Deploys Carrier to Support War on Islamic State
President François Hollande announces the deployment of France’s only aircraft carrier.
Blaming Obama for Islamic State’s Rise is Absurd
Republicans who accuse the president of pulling out of Iraq “prematurely” are not owning up to the facts.
Turkey’s Commitment to Defeating Islamists in Doubt
It’s hard to say if Turkey supported the self-declared Islamic State, but it isn’t doing much to stop it.
Turkey Targets Islamic State, Keeps Eye on Kurds
Turkey carries out its first strikes against the Islamic State in Syria and goes after Kurdish militants at the same time.
Britain to “Do More” to Defeat Islamists in Syria: Cameron
The prime minister wants to do more to support American efforts against the Islamic State.
Why the West Shies Away from Fighting Islamic State
The Islamists do not pose much of a threat to the West and should be defeated by other Muslims.
France, Kuwait, Tunisia Attacks Suggest Islamic State Influence
Even if the three attacks were not coordinated, they may all have been inspired by the Islamic State.
Fall of Ramadi Biggest Setback for Iraq in Year’s Time
The fall of Ramadi marks the biggest setback for Iraq’s central government since the group took Mosul.
Libya’s Islamic State Threat Should Not Be Overstated
The war between Libya’s rival governments, and the loyalties they command, matters more.
Islamic State Militants Target Kurds Across Iraq
Islamist militants launch a wave of attacks on Kurdish positions around the city of Kirkuk.
Analysis Confirms Suspicions Assad Helped Islamic State
Analysis of Syrian counterterrorism operations confirms the regime is avoiding the Islamic State.
Iraq, Turkey Bury Hatchet in Face of Islamic State
Threatened by Islamist militants, Iraq and Turkey say they will improve intelligence and security cooperation.
Obama Announces Offensive Against Islamic State
The president says sending additional troops signifies a shift from a defensive to an offensive strategy.
Some Good Might Come of the Islamic State
The Islamic State’s fanaticism might mark the complete and final failure of political Islam.