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Michael Sam Teekaye, a US man who targeted Jews and Israeli supporters in Maryland and attempted to join ISIS, was sentenced to 15 years in prison. He vowed to continue his jihad after his release.

The article's title reveals the author lived with ISIS in Syria and is now a glamorous influencer, focusing on their personal transformation.

An Israeli Likud minister, Chikli, accused Turkish President Erdogan of being a 'grotesque hybrid of Hitler and Sinwar,' calling him a 'pathetic blood-soaked zero' and a 'patron of Hamas and ISIS.' The remarks come amid escalating Israeli rhetoric against Ankara.

The United States has withdrawn most forces deployed for a May operation against Islamic State militants in Nigeria, now providing intelligence support at Nigeria's request. The operation killed ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and degraded the group's leadership, with AFRICOM highlighting the partnership as a model for African security cooperation.

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned over 130 Tron cryptocurrency wallets linked to a Central Asian ISIS affiliate. Tether froze funds associated with these wallets.

A convicted ISIS terrorist who attended beheadings and public floggings in Iraq arrived in Britain via a small boat after being influenced by TikTok's message that the UK 'accepts everyone,' according to court proceedings.

The American Islamic Community Center in Madison Heights received two threatening voicemails containing explicit death threats and demands for worshippers to leave the country, which law enforcement is investigating as a hate crime. Dawud Walid of CAIR-Michigan emphasized the seriousness of the threats amid a recent rise in anti-Muslim violence, including a San Diego mosque attack.

A Yazidi girl was kidnapped at age nine by ISIS, sold as a sex slave between jihadists, and endured years of rape and torture. The article details her traumatic experience under ISIS captivity.

Nick Jones, a Marine Corps veteran, participated in a 2020 cave operation targeting ISIS in northern Iraq that turned into a recovery mission after unexpected combat. He sustained injuries ending his military career and later founded the Talons Reach Foundation to support veterans' recovery and mental health.

A senior ISIS commander, Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi, was killed by a U.S. airstrike in Syria on June 19. CENTCOM stated the strike was part of the ongoing campaign to defeat ISIS, amid security challenges including escaped detainees and U.S. base closures in Syria.

The United States has sanctioned Lagos-based ISIS financier Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad and three bureaux de change linked to him for allegedly moving funds to the group. The action is part of a global crackdown targeting ISIS financial networks in Europe, the Middle East, and West Africa.

A North Carolina man was sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to pledging allegiance to ISIS. He was arrested at Raleigh-Durham International Airport and used social media to recruit members while sending money to the terrorist organization.

Nearly 200 injured service members competed in the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio, Texas. Army Maj. Jonathan Turnbull, who survived a 2019 ISIS suicide bombing in Syria and underwent 23 surgeries, participated despite losing his right eye and sustaining severe injuries. The event included adaptive sports for athletes with service-related injuries such as physical trauma, traumatic brain injuries, visual impairments, or PTSD.

An ISIS bride is testifying in court that she rejected the Islamic State regime after its collapse and is seeking freedom after seven years in a harsh Syrian desert camp. She claims to have shunned the brutal group's authority following its downfall.

A California man was arrested for allegedly plotting an ISIS-linked attack against Special Forces with co-defendants. The defendant's attorney claimed he aspired to be a civil engineer. Co-defendants from Kansas and near San Diego were also arrested.

The article marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, where a gunman pledged to ISIS killed 49 people during a Latin night. Current discussions include state actions affecting LGBTQ+ spaces, such as removing Pride colors at the memorial site, and plans for a permanent memorial. Political figures like State Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith and Gov. Ron DeSantis have acknowledged the tragedy and its ongoing impact.

The Trump administration's counterterrorism strategy is credited with recent successes, including the arrest of Iranian proxy terrorist Mohammad al Saadi in Turkey and the killing of ISIS leader Abu Bilal al Manuki in Nigeria. Both operations targeted individuals planning attacks in Europe and the U.S., with al Saadi allegedly targeting Ivanka Trump in retaliation for the 2026 strike that killed Qasem Soleimani.

A police chief who jumped over a barricade to pursue ISIS-inspired would-be bombers during a protest at Gracie Mansion was awarded the NYPD’s Medal for Valor. His 11-year-old son expressed pride in his father's actions.

A 22-year-old New Jersey man is alleged to have planned an ISIS attack on a synagogue, according to the DOJ. He discussed potential attacks on U.S. targets, including places of worship.

An ISIS handbook was revealed in court, providing men with instructions to capture and rape slaves. An Australian woman identified as an ISIS bride is seeking freedom.

A 25-year-old Navy sailor was arrested for planning a terrorist plot linked to ISIS aimed at causing mass havoc and killing 300 million Americans.

Three U.S. citizens were arrested for plotting to support ISIS, according to an FBI investigation. The arrests were made by the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force.

A 25-year-old California Navy sailor is alleged to have been involved in an ISIS plot to kill U.S. Special Forces using rocket-propelled grenades and drones. Federal prosecutors claim he proposed using drones to target the personnel.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche expressed being 'honored and humbled' by President Donald Trump's nomination to lead the Department of Justice permanently, following a week of federal arrests including a drug-smuggling tunnel and ISIS-related indictments. The DOJ also announced it would not proceed with a nearly $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund.

The article is a personal tribute to Alex Younger, former Chief of SIS, highlighting his leadership during counterterrorism efforts, his battle with cancer, and his collaborative, introverted nature. It details his work with the CIA to dismantle A.Q. Khan's proliferation network and his role in reorienting SIS to address the ISIS threat.

The FBI arrested three men in Kansas City, Kansas, San Diego, California, and Sacramento, California, for conspiring to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a designated foreign terrorist organization.

President Trump has expanded U.S. military operations across multiple regions, including targeting drug-smuggling boats in the eastern Pacific, as the U.S. and Iran pursue a peace deal. Over 200 people have died in these operations since September.

The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is seeking three cultural and political advisors to support missions amid a 75% force reduction in the region over the past decade. Despite the drawdown, the U.S. conducted 124 airstrikes against militants in Somalia in 2025, up from 10 in 2024, while intelligence gaps have worsened due to reduced troop presence.

White House counterterrorism czar Sebastian Gorka recounts a 2021 operation where President Trump ordered a drone strike to kill an ISIS leader in Somalia, citing a 'WE WILL FIND YOU, AND WE WILL KILL YOU!' motto. The Trump administration claims it has conducted over 860 counterterrorism operations since taking office, but the article argues the war on ISIS remains ineffective despite aggressive rhetoric.

The article honors six American heroes for Memorial Day, focusing on Joshua Wheeler, a Delta Force member killed during a 2015 hostage rescue mission in Iraq. Wheeler led a successful mission to save 70 hostages from ISIS, inspiring his teammates and earning posthumous recognition. The piece emphasizes the enduring impact of his sacrifice and the importance of remembering fallen service members.

Military families, including those of injured Navy EOD specialist Kenton Stacy, are urging the U.S. Department of Justice to distribute $777 million from French cement company Lafarge, which was convicted in 2022 of bribing ISIS in Syria. The funds stem from a settlement with the DOJ, as plaintiffs argue Lafarge's actions contributed to terrorist attacks and injuries. Lafarge is appealing the French court's ruling.

Military families, including quadriplegic Navy veteran Kenton Stacy, are urging the DOJ to distribute $777 million from French cement company Lafarge, which was convicted of bribing ISIS in Syria. The company's actions allegedly funded terrorist activities that led to the injury of Stacy and others. A French court ruled Lafarge guilty in April 2022, but the company is appealing.

Military families are urging the Department of Justice to distribute nearly $800 million from a French cement company convicted of bribing ISIS. The company's actions contributed to the injury of U.S. military personnel, including Chief Petty Officer Kenton Stacy, who was harmed in Raqqa, Syria, by an ISIS booby-trapped hospital in 2017.

Military families, including quadriplegic Navy veteran Kenton Stacy, are demanding the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) distribute $777 million from French cement company Lafarge, which was convicted in a French court of bribing ISIS to operate in Syria. The funds, paid to the DOJ in 2022 as part of a settlement, are sought by nearly 1,000 plaintiffs for injuries and deaths linked to Lafarge's alleged support of terrorism.

Military families, including quadriplegic Navy EOD specialist Kenton Stacy and his family, are demanding the DOJ distribute $777 million from French cement company Lafarge, which was convicted in 2022 for bribing ISIS to operate in Syria. The company's actions are linked to the injury of Stacy and the death of others in ISIS-controlled areas.

Just Security has launched a Counterextremism Initiative exploring evolving extremist threats since early 2025 through essays by experts. The collection examines violent extremism, radicalization, terrorism, and government responses, with a broad focus on how these threats adapt in the digital era and intersect with other forms of hatred.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is using Africa as a source of resources to fuel the war in Ukraine, according to Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander of U.S. Africa Command. The US is facing an intelligence gap due to a reduced military presence on the continent. Terrorist groups such as ISIS and al Qaeda are also expanding their influence in Africa.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is using Africa as a resource to fuel the war in Ukraine, according to Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander of U.S. Africa Command. The US is facing an intelligence black hole due to a shrinking military footprint in Africa. Russia, China, and terrorist groups are expanding their influence in Africa.

US and Nigerian forces launched another strike against ISIS fighters in Nigeria, just days after killing a senior ISIS leader, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. The strikes were conducted in coordination with Nigeria's government and no US or Nigerian forces were harmed. The operation aims to diminish the group's capacity to plan attacks.

Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS's shadow commander in West Africa, was killed in a US strike, dealing a significant blow to the group's global network, but top leader Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Qurashi remains at large. The killing disrupts operations in northeastern Nigeria and highlights Africa's growing importance as a hub for terrorist activity. Despite this success, the region's security situation remains volatile.