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Swiss authorities begin criminal investigations against two Syrians in Geneva

Swiss prosecutors say they have opened proceedings against two Syrians on suspicion…

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‘Islamic State’ tries to stop refugees from leaving

Every day, people flee from the regions that "IS" has declared as…

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In veiled threat to Ankara, Putin orders stronger military action against opponents in Syria

In a meeting with defense leaders, Vladimir Putin has called on the…

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‘IS’ finance chief killed in US-led airstrikes

Abu Salah, described as the "Islamic State's" finance minister, has been killed…

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Future of ‘Islamic State’: Not merely religion

By James M Dorsey and Mushahid Ali As the threat from "Islamic…

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Is climate change to blame for ‘Islamic State’?

In the build-up to Paris, activists and celebrities have been banging the…

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Russia attempting ‘ethnic cleansing’ in Syria, says Turkish prime minister

Turkey's prime minister has accused Russia of carrying out "ethnic cleansing" by…

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‘Reckless’ weapons transfers to Iraq fueled ‘IS’ atrocities: Amnesty International

Irresponsible weapons transfers to Iraq over decades enabled terror group "Islamic State"…

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Allied airstrikes kill ‘Islamic State’ militants

At least 32 "Islamic State" militants have been killed and more than…

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British public divided as MPs authorise airstrikes in Syria

British MPs have voted in favour of airstrikes against "Islamic State" (IS)…

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