Iraqis who fled IS blame political rot for tragic wedding fire
Government officials say a lack of safety and security measures and the use of highly flammable materials in the building helped the fire spread.
Indonesia arrests militant over alleged plot to attack police division
The suspect, an employee with a state railway company, told authorities of his plan to attack the police facility, but gave no timeframe nor motive, reports say.
US confirms it killed senior IS leader in Syria raid
It says the raid targeted Abd-al-Hadi Mahmud al-Haji Ali and was initiated after gathering intelligence that Islamic State was plotting to kidnap officials abroad.
US targets weapons trafficking with sanctions on Islamic State in Somalia
The al Qaeda-linked Islamist group claimed responsibility for two car bombs that exploded outside the education ministry in Somalia's capital Mogadishu, killing at least 120 people.
US says Kentucky man who allegedly attended IS training camp charged
If convicted of the charged offences, Mirsad Hariz Adem Ramic faces a maximum penalty of 50 years in prison, a fine of US$750,000 and term of supervised release up to life.
UK Supreme Court to decide if ‘IS bride’ can return home
Rights groups argue that human rights principles are at stake and Begum should answer for any crimes in her home country.
