Nov 18 Why the Islamic State hates France By Jessica Stern Why France in particular? While many experts focus on the Islamic State’s narrative of victory, I see a narrative of overcoming humiliation, and a chance to recover lost dignity. Continue reading
Nov 18 Chief suspect in Paris attacks died in raid, French authorities confirm By News Desk Updated: French authorities confirm that Abdelhamid Abaaoud, the Belgian suspect behind the Paris attacks, died in a police raid Wednesday. Continue reading
Nov 17 Watch 11:27 France, Russia step up Islamic State bombing as Paris investigation grows By PBS News Hour As the manhunt widened for suspects in the Paris attacks and police conducted dozens of more raids, French planes targeted the Islamic State group in Raqqa, Syria, with more bombing runs. Russia also hammered sites in Syria with renewed fury… Continue watching
Nov 17 Paris headmaster on outpouring of support: 'we know we are not alone' By Nicholas Hammond Editor's Note: The Paris terrorist attacks on Nov. 13 stunned the city and the world. As is often the case after traumatic events, schools have a unique and important responsibility in helping students understand and cope with tragedy. Nicholas Hammond… Continue reading
Nov 17 Cease-fire in Syria potentially weeks away, John Kerry says By Matthew Lee, Associated Press PARIS — A cease-fire between Syria's government and opposition could be just weeks away from reality, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Tuesday as he visited Paris to show solidarity with France after last week's attacks. Continue reading
Nov 16 Watch 8:31 EU, U.S. face vulnerabilities after Islamic State attacks in Paris By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Nov 16 Kerry arrives in Paris to show U.S. support for France after attacks By Matthew Lee, Associated Press U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has arrived in Paris to show American solidarity with France after last week's deadly terror attacks. Continue reading
Nov 16 U.S. to increase intel sharing with France By Ken Dilanian, Associated Press The Obama administration is announcing a new intelligence-sharing arrangement with France to more readily and quickly share military planning regarding the campaign against the Islamic State. Continue reading
Nov 15 Watch What motivated the terror attacks in Paris? By PBS News Hour The deadly acts of terror ISIS claims it executed in Paris on Friday were motivated by a need to seek revenge, polarize Europe and garner support within the terrorist organization, according to Professor Peter Neumann of King’s College in London,… Continue watching
Nov 15 Watch 3:42 How residents are coming to terms with the devastation of loss in Paris By PBS News Hour NewsHour special correspondent Malcolm Brabant speaks to a TV producer, multi-faith campaigner and dean of the American Cathedral Paris about how the city’s residents are coming to terms with the tragic events of Friday. Continue watching