The Long War Journal (Site-Wide)

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At Moscow conference, Taliban refers to itself as the “Islamic Emirate” 61 times Posted: 09 Nov 2018 05:13 PM PST The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan is the name of the Taliban's government before the US deposed it after the Sept. 11, 2001 attack by al Qaeda. The Taliban insists that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan be restored and recognized as the true representatives of the Afghan people.

Dual suicide car bombings in Mogadishu claimed by Shabaab Posted: 09 Nov 2018 03:52 PM PST Much like other assaults on popular hotels, restaurants, or various targets inside Mogadishu, Shabaab was quick to claim credit for the operation on social media.