February 2015
Islamic State Group Takes 90 Assyrian Christians Hostage in Syria
The Islamic State group has kidnapped 90 Assyrian Christians in Syria amid ongoing military operations against them by Kurdish forces. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Jordan Air Force Commander: We Have Reduced 20% of Islamic State's Capabilities
Jordanian Air Force strikes have reportedly reduced Islamic State's capabilities by 20% following the release of a video depicting the execution of a Jordanian pilot.…
United Arab Emirates Returns to Air Operations Against ISIS
The UAE is resuming air operations against ISIS by sending F-16 jets to Jordan after previously halting its participation due to a hostage crisis. This…
Obama: Islamic State Group Pursues 'Brutal' Actions in the Name of Religion
Obama condemned the Islamic State for using religion to justify brutal actions during the National Prayer Breakfast, referencing recent violent attacks in France and Pakistan.…
Jordan's King: We Will Respond Strongly to ISIS Actions
King Abdullah II of Jordan vowed a strong response to the Islamic State's execution of pilot Muath al-Kasasbeh, emphasizing that his blood will not be…
Jordan Executes Two Al-Qaeda Members
Jordan executed two Al-Qaeda members in response to the murder of a Jordanian pilot by ISIS. The executed individual, Sajida al-Rishawi, was previously considered for…
Obama: Today We Join the People of Jordan in Mourning One of Their Sons
Barack Obama expressed condolences over the brutal killing of Jordanian pilot Muath al-Kasasbeh by ISIS, emphasizing the need for unity against such acts of terror.…