Report: ISIL returnees have hit-list of British parliament members
The political assassination unit of Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) has a hit-list of British members of parliament (MPs), according to a report. (FULL STORY) (more…)
ISIL revenue stream from oil, crime said to be $80 million per month
Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) is funding its drive for a “caliphate” through several illicit avenues and, unlike other terrorist organizations, does not rely primarily on foreign (more…)
As world powers focus on Syria, ISIL turns to Libya’s strategic Sirte
A nation steeped in chaos and a world focused on Syria and Iraq have enabled Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL) to solidify its stronghold in Libya. (FULL (more…)
Russia immediately deploys S-400 system after Turkey downed S-24
Russia deployed its advanced S-400 anti-air missile systems to Syria on Nov. 25, the day after a Turkish jet shot down a Russian Su-24. (FULL STORY) (more…)
‘Telegram’ app with self-destructing messages ideal for Jihadists
The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), said the technology used by Telegram is quickly gaining popularity among terrorist groups. (FULL STORY) (more…)
Filling U.S. void: Russia, Iran harbor different views of Syria’s future
By Jack Caravelli While Russia and Iran have maintained a strong military and political alliance in support of Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime, signs are emerging of different long-term (more…)
Israel wants more advanced U.S. F-15s to compensate for Iran deal
Israel is asking the United States for more F-15s as compensation for the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers. (FULL STORY) (more…)
New ‘special relationship’? Xi Jinping received with pomp in Britain
By Jack Caravelli Weeks after a summit visit to the United States which yielded limited progress in the bilateral relationship, Chinese President Xi Jinping is receiving lavish attention during (more…)
Gulf states in talks for Israel’s Iron Dome system against Iran threat
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are looking to acquire the Israeli-developed Iron Dome anti-missile system. The GCC states are reportedly in negotiations to acquire the Iron Dome in response (more…)