Iraq-Syria, the Islamic State tries to exploit the invasion of Russia in Ukraine
The US confirms that it will keep its contingents in the two countries to counter the pro-ISIS jihadists attempt to raise their head.
Syria, Russia blocks activities after the Ukraine invasion problems
In March there were only 6 raids against the militias in Idlib and the pro-ISIS jihadists. Furthermore, the joint patrols with Turkey stop at 5.
Syria, the Russian invasion of Ukraine penalizes the fight against the ex-ISIS
The numbers of Moscow air raids on the Islamic State jihadists and the militiamen in Idlib collapse. Iran tries to make up for it, but without success.
Africa, war in Ukraine and new former ISIS caliph are a powder keg
The ISCAP, ISWAP and ISGS jihadists galvanized after the appointment of the Islamic State leader. The European partners and Russia, however, are focused on Kyiv.
Syria tries to react to the consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Damascus, fearing that the sanctions against Moscow will hit food and fuel supplies, is looking for new suppliers. The risk is to benefit Turkey and the pro-ISIS militias.
Syria, the Islamic State increases attacks in the East after the al-Sina’a raid
Pro-ISIS jihadists, galvanized, are now trying to raise their heads between Hasaka, Raqqa, Deir Ezzor. SDF react with more operations and attacks on IS logistics networks.
Syria, the US in the field to stop the clashes north of Hasaka
American soldiers patrol the contact line between SDF, TAF and allied militias. Objective: to prevent attacks on the population. Meanwhile, the hunt for ex ISIS continues.
Syria, new SDF operation against fuel smugglers in Deir Ezzor
Kurdish forces target criminals in Shahil who operate on the Euphrates. The sales are used to finance pro-ISIS militiamen.
Iraq, the Islamic State is now betting on drugs to finance itself
The pro-ISIS militiamen, following the growing difficulties in extorting the local population, ally with criminal groups to provide Fentanyl and Captagon and guarantee them protection.
Syria, Al Quraishi is dead. What future for the Islamic State?
The "Caliph", like his predecessor Al Baghdadi, blew himself up in Idlib with his family to not be captured by the US. Will the former ISIS have a new leader closer to Africa?