Iraqi prime minister declares victory over IS in Tal Afar
Tal Afar had become the next target of the U.S.-backed war on the jihadist group following the capture of Mosul, where it had declared its "caliphate" over parts of Iraq and Syria in 2014.
Fri Sep 01 2017
Suicide attack on Kabul Shi'ite mosque kills at least 30
Islamic State, which has launched several attacks against minority Shi'ite targets in Afghanistan, claimed responsibility, the jihadist group's news agency said.
Sat Aug 26 2017
Ohio government websites hacked with pro-Daish messages
The hacks come as Muslims around the world mark the end of the Ramadan, a month of fasting, and celebrate the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Mon Jun 26 2017
Ten soldiers killed in Yemen suicide bombing
Ten soldiers were killed on Sunday in a suicide bombing in a part of southern Yemen where jihadist groups are active, a security official said.
Sun Sep 11 2016
Suicide bomber kills at least, more than a dozen in north Baghdad
A suicide bomber struck near a checkpoint in a Shiite area of northern Baghdad on Sunday, killing at least 12 people.
Sun Jul 24 2016
IS-claimed Baghdad blast kills at least 75: officials
The jihadist group said the bombing targeted members of Iraq's Shiite Muslim majority, whom it considers heretics and frequently attacks in Baghdad and elsewhere.
Sun Jul 03 2016
Iraq says its forces preparing for Fallujah battle
Iraqi forces are heading to Fallujah to launch a long-awaited operation to retake the city from the Islamic State jihadist group.
Sun May 22 2016
Australia stop five from 'taking boat to Indonesia to join jihad'
Five men with cancelled passports were Wednesday accused of planning to sail to Indonesia from Australia en route to join jihadist groups in Syria.
Wed May 11 2016
Anonymous hacking network declares war on IS
The Anonymous hacking network declared war on the IS in a Youtube video Monday, sparking a combative response from the jihadist group's affiliates, a security expert said.
Tue Nov 17 2015
IS executes four Iraqis from Tikrit: video
The Islamic State jihadist group released a video on Monday in which four Sunni tribesmen from the Tikrit region are executed for allegedly collaborating with the government.
Mon Mar 02 2015
Spain holds four accused of recruiting women Islamist militants
A judge in Spain on Thursday remanded in custody four suspects for allegedly recruiting women online for the Islamic State militant group, a judicial source said.
Thu Dec 18 2014
Global horror at 'evil' jihadist killing of US aid worker
The killing of US aid worker Peter Kassig has sparked global horror, with President Barack Obama condemning his beheading by the Islamic State jihadist group as "an act of pure evil".
Mon Nov 17 2014
IS claims murder of British hostage in latest video
The Islamic State jihadist group on Friday claimed responsibility for the murder of British aid worker Alan Henning in a video showing his apparent execution.
Fri Oct 03 2014
US brands Foley beheading a 'terrorist attack'
Washington has upped its stakes in its confrontation with the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group.
Sat Aug 23 2014
Jihadist group, IS claims beheading of US journalist
Jihadist group the Islamic State on Tuesday claimed to have executed American journalist James Foley in revenge for US air strikes against its fighters and threatened to kill a second reporter.
Tue Aug 19 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024