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'Islamic State' group
The 'Islamic State' group is an extremist organization
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'Islamists want to wipe out Copts'
Markus Rode of the organization "Open Doors" explains the escalation of violence against Copts in a DW interview.
Dozens killed in Tikri attacks, 'IS' suspected
Since IS lost eastern Mosul, Iraqi and coalition officials have warned that it'd likely return to its insurgent roots.
Opinion: No peace under Assad
Kersten Knipp
The US is no longer insisting that Syrian President Assad has to step aside. This is disastrous, writes Kersten Knipp.
Trump team switches gears in Syrian war
The US aims to deploy more American troops and set up safe zones in its new approach to Syria, experts told DW.
Yemen’s shameful war
The world can no longer look away from the conflict in Yemen, says DW's Matthias von Hein.
WorldLink: Sidelined voices
On this week's show, we meet Iraqi Christians who are struggling to rebuild their lives after escaping "Islamic State" rule, and a Syrian journalist in Germany who is unable to return home. Plus, how scientists are using the impacts of climate change to make music, and the man working to keep Martin Luther King's message of love and nonviolence alive.
G7 culture ministers discuss trafficking of looted artifacts
Culture ministers from the Group of Seven countries gathered in Italy for their first-ever formal meeting.
Iraqi Christians pick up the pieces
Many Iraqi Christian refugees who fled "Islamic State" ended up in neighboring Jordan. Despite some support from charities and local church groups, they face a massive struggle to rebuild their lives.
US: Assad's removal 'not our priority'
Two top US officials confirmed that Washington no longer wants to prioritize the ouster of President Assad in Syria.
Germany 'playing role in lethal strikes'
The director of the Airwars project tells DW that German intelligence likely plays a role in civilian deaths in Syria.
Reports: Germany involved in deadly Syria airstrike
German jets reportedly passed intelligence to the anti-IS coalition for an airstrike that killed dozens of civilians.
US top diplomat to discuss fight against IS in Ankara
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's visit in Turkey comes at a politically sensitive time.
'IS'-held dam risks collapse amid fierce fighting
Fighters with 'IS' have ordered Raqqa residents to evacuate following reports that a Euphrates dam could collapse.
Civilian deaths in Mosul to be probed
The coalition against "Islamic State" (IS) is to investigate whether civilians were killed by its airstrikes in Mosul.
'Islamic State' and the mosques of Trinidad
Why is the jihadist group "Islamic State" recruiting in the Caribbean?
Russian troops killed in 'IS' attack in Chechnya
The militant group has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a military facility in the restive region.
World Stories - This Week on World Stories
Former refugee new 'face of Germany'. A child soldier in Iraq. Defending the mangroves in Panama.
UN commits to heritage sites in conflict zones
The deliberate destruction of cultural heritage sites may amount to war crimes, a UN Security Council resolution says.
Queen honors UK lawmaker who tried to save officer
British lawmaker Tobias Ellwood has received a prestigious appointment following his actions during the London attack.
Battle for Syria's Raqqa 'to begin in days'
French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian says the Syrian city is surrounded by Kurdish-led forces, awaiting orders.
Inside Europe: Democracy defiant in London
Islamic State has claimed responsibility for Wednesday's terrorist attack in the heart of London and at the cradle of democracy – Westminster. Three people were killed and dozens were injured. The assailant was shot dead by police. Correspondent Lars Bevanger talks about the ongoing investigation.
Inside Europe: Brussels one year on
Defiance and remembrance were the order of the day in Belgium on Wednesday as the country marked one year since triple suicide bombings destroyed part of Brussels airport and a metro station, killing 32 people and wounding hundreds. Teri Schultz followed the ceremonies where many people were still in mourning, while others felt lucky to be there.
'IS' claims responsibility for London attack
"Islamic State" has claimed that the attacker behind the rampage outside Britain's Parliament was one of its "soldiers."
Nearly a premonition of terror
Miodrag Soric
In light of the London attack, statements from an anti-IS meeting appear nearly prophetic, writes DW Miodrag Soric.
Egyptian soldiers 'killed in Sinai'
The Egyptian army says 10 of its soldiers have been killed by bombs amid clashes with Islamist extremists in Sinai.
Allies vow to destroy 'IS'
A US-led 68-nation alliance says it remains "firmly united" in its resolve to wipe out the extremist group.
Brussels marks anniversary of terror attacks
People across Belgium have held a moment of silence to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Brussels attacks.
Deadly airstrike on Syria refugee shelter: monitor
At least 33 people have been killed in an airstrike on a school sheltering refugees near Raqqa, a monitoring group says.
Mosul's refugees safe from 'Islamic State' but homeless
In Iraq, Anna Lekas Miller met Mosul residents who recently escaped Mosul after enduring years of IS rule.
Washington seeks strategy against 'IS'
Thus far, the Trump strategy to counter the so-called "Islamic State" does not differ greatly from Obama's plan.
Brussels attacks remembered one year on
Ceremonies are being held for survivors and victims, a year after terrorists targeted the airport and a metro station.
Electronics ban on some Mid East flights
Passengers on certain flights from the Middle East and North Africa to the US will face carry-on restrictions.
Key figures in Brussels attacks
Belgium this week marks the first anniversary of the IS attacks on a metro station and the airport in Brussels.
World's most-visited landmark Grand Bazaar gets a facelift
Istanbul's iconic, serpentine Grand Bazaar is undergoing a major restoration after centuries of wear and tear.
Germany in the Crosshairs of Terrorism
Interview with Holger Münch, President Federal Criminal Police Office
Twin bombings in Taj Mahal city after IS threat
Indian authorities beefed up security in the tourist city of Agra following threats from an Islamist terror group.
Iraqi forces take key bridge in Mosul
Iraqi government forces fighting IS militants in Mosul have taken control of the Iron Bridge.
Iraqi troops advance slowly towards Mosul's Old City
Strong resistance from jihadists and bad weather have slowed down the progress of Iraqi military.
Iraqi army cuts off last 'IS' supply line to Mosul
Iraqi forces have cut off the last supply route into Mosul, effectively trapping 'IS' militants.
Iraq's pro-government forces discover mass grave
The grim discovery comes as government-backed Iraqi forces liberate territories occupied by 'Islamic State' militants.
Fifth round of Syria peace talks set for Geneva
Syrian UN Envoy de Mistura has announced the Geneva meeting between the long-battling government and rebel groups.
Scores killed in Iraq wedding attack
At least 30 people have been killed after two suicide bombers targeted a wedding ceremony just outside Tikrit.
Kabul hospital attack ends
Afghan officials say security forces have ended an assault by armed men on a military hospital in Kabul.
Iraqi military advance in west Mosul
Iraqi elite forces have continued to gain ground against "Islamic State" (IS) militants in the northern city of Mosul.
Mosul: Evidence of chemical weapons
At least one family from Mosul arrived at a hospital in Erbil, Iraq, exhibiting signs of chemical exposure.
Troops approach western Mosul
US-based Iraqi forces have begun a fresh bid to recapture Mosul's western sector from 'Islamic State' militants.
Anis Amri took drugs before Berlin attack: Italy
The Tunisian had frequently consumed cocaine and cannabis before the Christmas market attack that killed 12.
Syrian government retakes ancient city of Palmyra from IS
Backed by Russian airstrikes, regime troops have successfully cleared the terrorists out of the area.
Le Pen loses immunity over 'IS' tweets
The move allows a Paris court to prosecute her for posting images of "Islamic State" brutality on Twitter in 2015.
Afghanistan's north destabilizes
Northern Afghanistan can no longer be seen as a safe region as violence increases. Neighboring countries are concerned.
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