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terrorism1 year ago•6 min saved

"ISIS-K's Growing Threat: From Moscow to the West"

ISIS-K, a terrorist group based in Afghanistan, has grown in strength and global reach since the U.S. withdrawal, posing a significant threat to international security. The group, known for its ruthless tactics, has targeted foreign entities and carried out attacks in multiple countries, including the recent massacre in Moscow. With a sophisticated online recruitment campaign and a transnational network, ISIS-K has become the most capable branch of the global ISIS terror organization, signaling the possible re-emergence of ISIS worldwide. The group's leader, Sananullah Ghafari, has extended recruitment to disaffected youth and non-Salafists, drawing new members from Afghanistan and across Central Asia.

via USA TODAY|

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terrorism1 year ago•6 min saved

"Unraveling the Moscow Concert Hall Terror Attack: ISIS-K, Suspects, and Intelligence Agencies"

ISIS-K, an affiliate of the Islamic State group, claimed responsibility for the deadly assault on a concert venue in Moscow, which left at least 137 people dead and more than 100 injured. The group, active in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran, aims to create a "pure Islamic state" and has a mutual hatred of the Taliban and the West. ISIS-K has been linked to various attacks, including the Kabul airport bombing, and has drawn global concerns about its potential to pose a major threat across the region and beyond. The group's recent attack in Moscow has raised tensions between Russia and the US, with Russian President Vladimir Putin rejecting US embassy warnings about terror attacks and suggesting Ukraine's involvement.

via CNN|

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global-security1 year ago•9 min saved

"ISIS Resurfaces Globally with Deadly Attacks in Moscow and Beyond"

While the world's attention is focused on the war in the Gaza Strip, ISIS has been quietly ramping up operations globally, with recent attacks in Russia and a growing presence in Afghanistan. The group's Khorasan branch has been vocal about expanding its campaign beyond Afghanistan, targeting countries from France to China. ISIS-K's activities have exploited mistrust between neighboring countries, making it difficult for integrated security cooperation to counter the group effectively. Despite the fall of its territorial caliphate, ISIS retains the intent and capabilities to carry out attacks on a significant scale, posing a significant threat to international security.

via Newsweek|

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