Senior ISIS commander Abu Sayyaf killed in US raid in Syria
(CNN) ��� U.S. Special Operations forces killed a senior ISIS commander during a daring raid intended to capture him in eastern Syria overnight Friday to Saturday, U.S. government officials said.. ���Abu Sayyaf was a senior ISIL leader who, among other things, had a senior role in overseeing ISILs illicit oil and gas operations ��� a key source of revenue that enables the terrorist organization to carry out their brutal tactics and.. Follow ���New Yorks PIX11 / WPIX-TV���.
ISIS expanding international footprint with affiliates in more countries.
New York Magazine, in a recent report, wrote, ���Think of them as ISISs self-appointed foreign bases.���. Algerian Special Forces killed the terror leader late last year, which analysts say dealt a morale blow to the small group.. Published reports.
Jordan Begins Efforts to Win Release of Pilot Captured by Islamic State
Jordan launched an effort to secure the release of a pilot held by Islamic State militants in Syria and said his capture wouldnt affect the nations support for the U.S.-led coalition fighting the extremist group. First Lt. Muath al-Kasasbeh was taken.
The Golden Age of Black Ops
That blood-soaked episode was, depending on your vantage point, an ignominious end to a year that saw U.S. Special Operations forces deployed at near record levels, or an inauspicious beginning to a new year already on track to reach similar heights.
Abu Sayyaf, an ISIS Leader, Killed by Special Forces, US Says
WASHINGTON ��� American Special Operations forces entered eastern Syria on Friday and killed a senior leader of the Islamic State, according to the Defense Department. The leader, Abu Sayyaf, was involved in the groups military operations and also .
Why are we at war with ISIS? Do we need to be?
There isnt any congressional authorization, much less a declaration of war. Is there even a good reason for the U.S. to be involved? There is no better time to ask this question than now, as much of the world (me included) is disgusted by the Islamic.
Plea in fatal street racing case sends young man to prison
. 4 killed as Philippine troops clash with Abu Sayyaf · Burundi coup apparently fails as president is said to return · Foundation says Tutu granddaughter faces criminal charge · Manager of ship in Gulf shooting says 23 crew onboard unhurt · American.
Eric Garner Was Just a Number to Them
These particular cops reportedly had been deployed to Bay Street this July day after the NYPDs third in command, Chief of Department Phil Banks, learned that local businessmen were complaining about people there selling loose cigarettes, among them.
The US Already Running Special Ops Missions In 105 Countries In 2015
That blood-soaked episode was, depending on your vantage point, an ignominious end to a year that saw U.S. Special Operations forces deployed at near record levels, or an inauspicious beginning to a new year already on track to reach similar heights.
Associated Forces: Why the Differences between ISIL and al-Qaeda Matter
On September 21, ISILs chief spokesperson, Abu Muhammad al Adnani, called on supporters to kill Americans, French, Canadians, Australians and nationals of other countries in the US-led military coalition and ���not ask for anyones advice and do not.
FBI Arrests Fourth Person with Possible ISIS Ties in Virginia
NORFOLK -- A fourth person with possible ties to an alleged plot to help the Islamic State group wage war against the United States is in custody in Hampton Roads on immigration charges, officials said. Christina Pullen, a spokeswoman for the FBI in.
Two people killed in drive-by shooting in Greenacres
Police said a white vehicle pulled up and fired 12 gunshots at a group of people in front of the store. Joshua Mitchell died at the. Join us as we celebrate Black History Month by paying tribute to some of Americas most influential African American.
Philippines Says Local Terrorist Group Is Not Linked to ISIS
MANILA ��� The Philippine military said on Thursday that there were no ties between domestic extremist organizations and the Islamic State, despite a threat by local rebels to kill two German captives if Germany continued to support the United States.
Mom reunited with her dead daughter 50 years after hospital staff said her.
. 4 killed as Philippine troops clash with Abu Sayyaf · Burundi coup apparently fails as president is said to return · Foundation says Tutu granddaughter faces criminal charge · Manager of ship in Gulf shooting says 23 crew onboard unhurt · American.
Second child dies from injuries in Florida Turnpike rollover crash
. Innovative firefighting gel in national spotlight; Sober home bill passes in Florida; Officer in line of fire says he had no other option but to shoot; 15 loose buffaloes that crossed New York highway are killed; New warning issued about letter.
Deadly Filipino anti-terror raid bittersweet for US forces
MANILA, Philippines (AP) ��� American involvement in a recent Philippine assault that is believed to have killed a top Southeast Asian terror suspect but left scores of Filipino commandos dead is a bittersweet finale to a decade-long U.S. battle against.
Islamic State Militancy Grows Behind al-Baghdadis Leadership
���We pledge to obey [Baghdadi] on anything which our hearts desire or not and to value him more than anyone else,��� said Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon in a message posted on the Internet. In the past two years Baghdadi has transformed a terror group .