U.S. officials said a Reaper drone followed a car for hours and then fired based on evidence it was carrying explosives. But in-depth video analysis and interviews at the site cast doubt on that account.
Tag: Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS)
Trial Begins Over November 2015 Paris Terrorist Attacks
The assaults carried out by Islamic State extremists that killed 130 people deeply rattled France and sent shock waves across Europe. The proceedings are scheduled to last at least nine months.
After Stabbing Attack, New Zealand Examines Its Antiterrorism Efforts
A man who wounded seven people in a supermarket had been under surveillance for months. Officials say a loophole in the country’s laws needs to be closed.
How Will The US Cope With Taliban Rule?
Its longtime enemy now a fact of life, Washington must choose when to shun or tolerate the group, with all the wrenching trade-offs each policy choice brings.
Blinken’s Speech on Afghanistan: Full Transcript
Shortly after the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan, the secretary of state outlined a plan to use diplomacy to try to extract remaining Americans and Afghan allies.
Transcript of Blinken’s Speech on ‘New Chapter’ in Afghanistan
Shortly after the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan, the secretary of state outlined a plan to use diplomacy to try to extract remaining Americans and Afghan allies.
Afghan Family Says U.S. Missile Killed 10, Including 7 Children
Relatives, friends and colleagues of Zemari Ahmadi angrily dismissed any suggestion he had ties to ISIS-K. The U.S. military is investigating.
U.S. Shoots Down Rockets Aimed at Kabul Airport
The attacks came with just two days remaining before President Biden’s deadline to complete the withdrawal, capping 20 years of war in Afghanistan.
U.S. Conducts Drone Strike in Kabul and Winds Down Airlift as Deadline Nears
The strike eliminated what U.S. officials called an imminent terrorist threat. With the military evacuation of Afghans over, the United States and others say they will still get people out.
U.S. Strikes Explosive-Laden Vehicle in Kabul
The drone strike came after a warning from President Biden that another terrorist attack at the Afghan capital’s airport was “highly likely.”