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Daily Video July 13 2015

While Muslims celebrate Ramadan, Islamic State steps up attacks

The Islamic State has launched new attacks during the holy month of Ramadan, while also offering food and money to people living under its control.

Daily Video June 11 2015

Obama sends more U.S. troops to Iraq for fight against ISIL

450 more troops will join the 3,100 troops that are already there in a training and advisory role.

Post June 04 2015

Why an author went undercover as an Islamic State recruit - Class Discussion

By Jordan Mambert The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), is an extremist militant …

Daily Video May 22 2015

Can the U.S. stop the Islamic State?

Fighters from the Islamic State (ISIL) won several victories this week, raising U.S. concerns that the extremist group’s influence may be growing beyond control.

Daily Video May 19 2015

Iraq asks for more U.S. help after loss of major city

Fighters from the Islamic State (ISIL) captured the city of Ramadi over the weekend, prompting the Iraqi government to ask for increased U.S. military airstrikes and help from fighters supported by Iraq’s neighbor, Iran.

Daily Video May 12 2015

Anti-Radicalization Task Force aims to reengage Danish youth

Denmark is debating how to prevent the radicalization of young people as Islamic extremism gains a greater foothold in Europe.

Daily Video May 06 2015

Texas shooting raises questions about Islamic State in the U.S.

The Islamic State (ISIL) claimed responsibility for an attack in Garland, Texas, that ended in the death of two gunmen on Sunday.

Daily Video April 07 2015

Somali filmmaker counters terrorist propaganda with cartoons

A Minnesota filmmaker is countering propaganda from terrorist groups with a series of videos aimed at young Somali Muslims who could be targets for recruitment.

Daily Video March 26 2015

Yemen’s president flees country

The collapse of Yemen’s government has raised concerns about the possible effects of a power vacuum in the country and ripples throughout the world.

Daily Video March 12 2015

Obama seeks congressional approval for war on ISIL

The authorization would give President Barack Obama the ability to use military force against "ISIL or associated persons or forces.”

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