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The 'Islamic State' group is an extremist organization
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Inside Europe: Can terrorist attacks be prevented?
So called 'Lone Wolf' attacks have now reached Germany. In Würzburg on Monday night, a man attacked passengers on a train with an axe and a knife. He was subsequently shot dead by the police. IS claimed responsibility for the attack. But can the authorities do much to prevent this kind of attack from taking place? Andreas Armborst is with the National Centre for Criminal Prevention.
Inside Europe - the inside take on European affairs
On this week's show: Ankara declares a state of emergency - 'Lone Wolf' terror attacks, an effective strategy or desperate measures for IS? - A week after the deadly Nice attack, is national unity unravelling in France - Why Silesians are pushing for more autonomy in Poland - The African rappers rocking Moscow - And breaking news this one....Over 100 Santa Clauses bathe in the Baltic.
Diversionary tactic in Würzburg
Zhang Danhong
All possible aspects of the attack in Würzburg have been discussed, except those most important.
Brazil detains group planning Olympics attacks
Brazilian police have arrested a group who allegedly pledged loyalty to IS and planned attacks during the Olympics.
Three French soldiers killed in Libya
France's defense minister announced that three French soldiers were killed in Libya as part of a special forces mission.
Würzburg teen 'radicalized over short period'
A teenage Afghan refugee, whose ax attack on a train injured five, appears to have been radicalized over a brief period.
Germany faces self-radicalization among young refugees
De-radicalization trainers in Germany say young lonely refugees can be particularly vulnerable to radicalization.
Muslim community in Nice fears isolation
Although about a third of the victims were Muslim, Imam Benzamina says many people still have little sympathy for them.
Hollande and the Nice fallout
In the wake of the attack in Nice, the French government is coming under fire over its handling of security issues.
Attack on Nice 'premeditated'
Paris prosecutor Francois Molins says the Bastille Day atrocity was "of a premeditated nature."
France mourns the victims of the Nice attack
France honors the victims of the truck attack in Nice on Bastille Day with a minute of silence.
Egypt's Grand Mufti, politics and religion
Egypt's Grand Mufti took part in a panel discussion on Islam in Bonn - but political issues were avoided.
US military resumes flights from Incirlik
The air base was shut down in the aftermath of Friday night's coup attempt, but it was reopened after talks with the US.
Scores still in hospital after attack in Nice
France's health minister says some 85 people remain in hospital, 18 in life-threatening condition, following the attack.
Turkey's Incirlik air base 'sealed off'
The facility, located in southern Turkey, is used by the US-led coalition to launch airstrikes against "Islamic State."
Seven arrests made after attack in Nice
Police have arrested seven suspects with alleged ties to the man who drove a truck into a Bastille Day crowd in Nice.
Opinion: The vulnerable society
Alexander Kudascheff
Increasing terrorism brings the threat that democracies will change for the worse, writes DW's Alexander Kudascheff.
Why France again?
Political scientist and France expert Ronja Kempin explains why France is so often targeted by terrorists.
A change of course
The US government's decision to give more powers to its troops in Afghanistan might not be very effective, say experts.
Kerry and Putin seek Syria progress
Top US diplomat John Kerry meets the Russian president in an effort to salvage the stalled Syria peace process.
Twenty years in prison for Austrian hate preacher
The court in the city of Graz was ready to send a message to Islamist recruiters.
Islamic State killing reporters in Turkey
A number of Syrian reporters in exile have been murdered near the Turkish-Syrian border.
IS says 'war minister' Shishani killed in Iraq
An "Islamic State" linked news agency has reported the death of the group's "minister of war," Omar al-Shishani.
More powers for US military in Afghanistan
US commanders in Afghanistan will have more authority to strike the Taliban, Defense Secretary Ash Carter has said.
Islamic State 'losing ground in Iraq and Syria'
The "Islamic State" has lost territory the size of Belgium over the past 18 months, a report says.
Two Russian helicopter pilots killed in Syria
A helicopter called in by Syria's government were shot down by "Islamic State."
Iraqi forces seize airbase from 'IS'
The Iraqi army has recaptured an airbase key to retaking Mosul from the militant "Islamic State" group.
Tikrit rises from the ashes
A year after Tikrit's liberation from IS, the city is gradually returning to normal.
Dozens killed in attack on Iraq Shiite shrine
"Islamic State" has claimed responsibility for an attack on a shrine north of Baghdad which killed at least 30 people.
My Picture of the Week | Eid al-Fitr in the face of terror
Mourning garments instead of festive wear: The attack by IS has shaken the Iraqi capital of Baghdad.
Death toll from Baghdad bombing surpasses 290
The death toll from a weekend bombing in Baghdad continues to rise.
US to leave 8,400 troops in Afghanistan into 2017
US President Obama said his decision not to reduce the number of US troops in Afghanistan would help his successor.
More terror attacks?
A new video released by "IS" features a group of Bangladeshi jihadists who are planning more attacks in the country.
Syrian army declares 72-hour halt in fighting
The Syrian regime troops have announced a unilateral three-day ceasefire coinciding with the end of Ramadan.
Saudi King hits back at extremists
Saudi King Salman has vowed to strike back at those who lead youths to extremism, a day after triple suicide attacks.
Coordinated bombings rock Saudi Arabia
Three bombings in Saudi Arabia add to a series of attacks across the world that have claimed more 200 lives in a week.
'The physical end of "Islamic State" is approaching'
Middle East expert Udo Steinbach detects a change in strategy within the "Islamic State" militia.
Attack near Prophet's Mosque in Medina
Saudi Arabia has been rocked by its third suicide bombing in a day - the latest near Islam's second holiest site.
Turkey arrests two suspects over Istanbul attacks
With the detention of two Kyrgyz nationals, identified as K.V. and F.M.I., the total arrests have risen to 29.
Turkey arrests 14 more suspects over Istanbul attack
Turkish authorities have detained several suspects, including foreigners, over the deadly attack on an Istanbul airport.
Scores killed in Baghdad bombings
Baghdad was rocked by two explosions ahead of the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Expert use of social media by 'IS' in Dhaka siege
Bangladesh's police ignored crucial messages the terrorists posted on social networks about the terror attack.
Airstrike kills two 'Islamic State' military commanders
A US-led airstrike killed two senior "Islamic State" commanders in late June.
Time for Erdogan to change course
Alexander Kudascheff
Turkey is being hit hard by terrorism, but President Erdogan is responding more flexibly than expected.
Corbyn in hot water over Israel 'IS' comment
The Labour Party leader has been accused of making remarks comparing Israel's actions to those of the "Islamic State."
US Syrian refugee goal will be met
The US has improved refugee processing times to help meet its target of resettling 10,000 Syrians by October 1.
Turkey launches crackdown on IS
Police raid suspected militant safe houses two days after deadly Ataturk airport attacks that killed 42.
Erdogan: Airport attackers will 'end up in hell'
Turkey's president declared that those responsible for a deadly attack on Istanbul's airport "are not Muslims."
Blood donations spike in Istanbul
People in Istanbul are becoming used to terrorist attacks, but finding a way to cope hardly makes it better.
Law and liberty against terror
Bahaeddin Güngör
Turkey is mostly to blame for the attacks on its own soil, says Baha Güngör.
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