Isis
latest news & developmentsUS sanctions four people linked to alleged Isis cell in Durban
The alleged cell is apparently led by led by Farhad Hoomer, who was sanctioned by the US in March this year
Islamic extremists cannot be ‘left to linger’ in Mozambique
Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado region has been hit by two insurgent attacks in three days
Four alleged Isis members in South Africa sanctioned by US treasury
They serve either as leaders of Islamic State cells or provide support in funnelling funds out of the country, according to the United States
Isis is not driving the Cabo Delgado war
Can Frelimo and its backers continue to profit from a failing state while an armed insurgency rages in northern Mozambique? And will South Africa help prop them up?
In limbo: ‘Isis children’ in prison
Iraq grapples with how to handle an unprecedented number of minors, many of whom were beaten into confession
Released Brussels terrorism suspect proclaims innocence
A man arrested in connection with the Brussels bombing was released after no evidence found was linking him to the attacks, according to prosecutors
Isis stronghold in Libya spells dire consequences
If Islamic State consolidates its foothold in Libya, it will pose a major threat to North Africa and Europe.
Complex Isis bureaucracy includes department of ‘War Spoils’
Seized documents detail the militant group’s plan to manage revenue streams – including pillaged oil – and oversee subjugated populations.
Islamic State’s blueprint for power
Leaked documents show how the ‘terror’ group is establishing a functioning state.
Britain’s Parliament votes to bomb Islamic State in Syria
David Cameron wins vote by a majority of 174, but Britain is a bit-part player and it’ll make little difference to the wider picture.
Paris Attacks: Social media a measure of solidarity
Many complain of Western bias, but others say citizens in countries like Nigeria should take responsibility for drawing the world’s attention.
New ideas on Africa’s inequality
Ruling elites that behave like private corporations don’t help the continent.
In Beirut, fear and anger don’t stop life going on
South Beirut has endured a series of suicide bombings over the past two years in response to Hezbollah’s forceful intervention in Syria.
Ostracised Putin suddenly finds himself in demand
European leaders, backed by President Barack Obama, have come to an uncomfortable conclusion: they need Russia.
Saint-Denis raid one of 118 French anti-terror searches
Police carried out 118 searches overnight as part of increased efforts to combat terrorism and locate the alleged mastermind of the Paris attacks.