The Long War Journal (Site-Wide)

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• Terrorism in Africa: The Imminent Threat to the United States
• Boko Haram rolls with the punches, remains a threat
• Islamic State releases video of recent battles near Ramadi

Terrorism in Africa: The Imminent Threat to the United States Posted: 29 Apr 2015 10:58 AM PDT Testimony to the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence on the threat posed by jihadist groups in Africa.

Boko Haram rolls with the punches, remains a threat Posted: 29 Apr 2015 06:59 AM PDT As coalition forces have pushed Boko Haram from its former strongholds, the terrorist group has retained the ability to strike back. Its relatively new official ties to the Islamic State may enhance the group's longevity, creating a more difficult security environment for Nigeria and its partners.

Islamic State releases video of recent battles near Ramadi Posted: 28 Apr 2015 03:09 PM PDT Footage shows the jihadist group battling Iraqi Security Forces in the Al Sufiyah area of Ramadi. The area is said to be "75 percent" cleared, but fierce fighting is still ongoing.