A new article looks at the European role in the Sahel across a swath of Africa. The War on the Rocks … More
Month: March 2019
Qatar warns about ISIS threat in Syria
“Qatar has said that it will be part of the reconstruction efforts in Syria,” said Lolwah R. M. Al-Khater, spokesperson … More
New interviews with a Belgian ISIS member and Indonesians
A Belgian woman wants to return home after joining ISIS, The National reported. “In a 40-minute interview, Ms Bodart spoke of conflict … More
Coalition: We carried out 193 air and artillery strikes between March 10 and 23
A new release from the Coalition points to its operations up until March 23. Ryan Browne notes “From March 10-23, … More
After ISIS day + 3: Manbij attack
ISIS claimed responsibility for an attack Manbij that took place during the night of March 25-26. It comes just days … More
40 reactions to announcement of defeat of ISIS in Syria
The defeat of ISIS was announced by the US on March 22 and by the SDF on March 23. Syrian … More
Report: ISIS sleeper cells are now a threat in eastern Syria, and regional states may exploit them
A new analysis by Wladimir Van Wilgenburg at The Middle East Center for Reporting and Analysis examines the threat of … More
March 23: SDF declares ISIS eliminated in its last bastion
After the US declared ISIS defeated in Syria, the SDF also posted its declaration of victory. Mustafa Bali wrote … More
March 22: US says ISIS finally defeated in Baghuz, small clashes continue
The US has asserted that ISIS is defeated and no longer holds ground in Syria. Defense Department says Islamic State … More
Second clashes in Sinjar between YBS and Iraqi army
Clashes broke out on Sunday March 17 in Sinjar between the YBS and the Iraqi army. It comes after an … More