On Security May 7, 2019 | 15:46 GMTMay 7, 2019
The threat to houses of worship has long since moved beyond a few countries or even a few religions: It is a worldwide threat to churches, mosques, synagogues and more.
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Assessments Apr 30, 2019 | 20:10 GMTApr 30, 2019
While more Islamic State attacks remain possible, the latest video isn't likely to draw a widespread response from grassroots jihadists.
On Security Apr 30, 2019 | 09:00 GMTApr 30, 2019
Contrary to the media narrative, the bombings tell us less about the operational capabilities of the group's core than about its power to inspire jihad.
Snapshots Apr 19, 2019 | 20:31 GMTApr 19, 2019
Starved for legitimacy, the Islamic State has claimed an attack on Congolese soldiers, but the ambush doesn't necessarily presage a new jihadist front in Central Africa.
On Security Mar 5, 2019 | 10:15 GMTMar 5, 2019
As the U.S. turns its attention elsewhere, the Islamic State could find itself with an opportunity to recover.
Guidance Jan 30, 2019 | 15:19 GMTJan 30, 2019
As the U.S. considers its exit from Afghanistan, the Afghan government and the Taliban (and their backers in Pakistan) are positioning themselves to strike a peace agreement that advances the long-running strategic objectives for each. Here are some factors to watch as negotiations continue.
Snapshots Jan 16, 2019 | 21:49 GMTJan 16, 2019
The White House is intent on bringing U.S. troops home from Syria, but an attack on American soldiers in Manbij shows that a swift withdrawal is easier said than done.
Snapshots Jan 15, 2019 | 16:54 GMTJan 15, 2019
Kenyan authorities and witnesses are describing the incident, which is still ongoing, as a terrorist attack.
Assessments Dec 31, 2018 | 10:00 GMTDec 31, 2018
Syria will be an important country to watch in 2019, with or without continued U.S. participation in the conflict there.
Assessments Oct 3, 2018 | 09:30 GMTOct 3, 2018
The declining intensity of night lights from 2012 to 2016 in certain areas of the Levant reveals the degree that the region's conflicts have shifted populations and destroyed infrastructure.
