Tag "Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant"
Middle East/North Africa
Security
A former insurgent’s guide to ISIS and Iraq
In the last weeks, the self-proclaimed “Caliphate” in Iraq has been losing a lot of ground. The Iraqi army will be key in consolidating these victories.
Middle East/North Africa
Security
Security in Jordan: A balancing act amidst regional tensions
A recent attack on a refugee camp in Jordan underlines the country’s vulnerability to the violence and chaos enveloping the region.
North America
Politics
What to expect from Obama’s AUMF request against ISIL
The White House submitted a draft joint resolution to Congress requesting a three-year authorization for the use of military force (AUMF) against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant
Middle East/North Africa
Security
Iraq’s development suffers as ISIS takes control
In December 2013 insurgents linked to Al-Qaeda captured key strategic cities in Iraq’s largest province, Anbar. Iraqi development is certain to suffer from it. The Islamic State in Iraq and Syria
