SecurityCommentary
11 Reasons Why ISIS Might Be More Dangerous Than al-Qaeda
ISIS is not just the terror group de jour. They are a hugely successful movement with an apocalyptic, nihilistic philosophy. When they say “convert, join… Read More
SecurityCommentary
Q&A: Should the U.S. Bomb ISIS Targets in Syria?
1. Should the U.S. bomb ISIS targets in Syria? It depends. Never take the decision to put U.S. troops in harm’s way lightly. First, there ought… Read More
SecurityCommentary
How This French Tactic on Terrorism Endangers Americans
“The French … have paid out about $60 million over the last five years to various al-Qaida groups across the world.”
SecurityNews
‘Plane Ticket Away?’ Lawmakers Warn Obama to Stop ISIS Before It Attacks U.S.
Republican leaders today said President Obama must act decisively to combat the brutal jihadist group Islamic State and put forth a coherent strategy for ultimately… Read More
SecurityCommentary
We Must Act: A Standing Terrorist State in Iraq Hurts U.S.
The best way to start winning a war is to stop losing. That axiom certainly applies to what’s going on in Iraq. But, that said,… Read More
SecurityCommentary
What I Saw at Guantanamo Bay
Last week, I traveled to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to observe pre-trial proceedings in the military commission’s case against five men accused of committing the atrocities… Read More
SecurityNews
Rick Perry Urges Obama to ‘Eliminate’ Islamist Terrorists in Iraq
In a speech in Washington expected to focus on immigration reform and border security, Texas Gov. Rick Perry instead zeroed in on a crisis happening… Read More
SecurityNews
How Would Rick Perry Stop ISIS in Iraq?
“They need to be eliminated, and they need to be eliminated now,” Texas Gov. Rick Perry said of the growing threat of the Islamic State,… Read More
SecurityFeature
Paycheck for Terrorism: $5,300 for Suicide Attack
For the first time, startling details are being made public about the millions of dollars funneled from Middle East charities to Islamic terrorists and their… Read More
SecurityCommentary
James Foley’s Life in Pictures: ‘A Man of Incredible Bravery and Courage’
Meet James Foley —a 40 year-old American photojournalist from New Hampshire. He’s a former teacher and mentor who was committed to helping individuals improve their lives…. Read More
SecurityCommentary
How the West Can Stop Terrorists From Attracting More Recruits Like Jihadist Who Beheaded Foley
American photojournalist James Foley was beheaded by a member of the Islamic State, his death shown in a YouTube video released on Tuesday. Foley’s executioner… Read More
SecurityNews
Former Obama Appointee Will Lead Benghazi Committee’s Legal Team
The Benghazi Select Committee has hired retired Lt. Gen. Dana Chipman to serve as its chief legal counsel. Investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson reports that Chipman… Read More
SecurityNews
TV Anchor Takes a Swipe at Obama: Osama bin Laden Is Dead, but Terrorism Is Alive
Osama bin Laden is dead but terrorism remains a real threat, Bob Schieffer told viewers yesterday on CBS News’ “Face the Nation.” Schieffer defended Hillary… Read More
SecurityCommentary
How These Terrorists Are Using Twitter to Grow
In a bizarre case of medieval barbarism fusing with 21st century technology and a dash of capitalism, the terrorist group Islamic State, which is rampaging… Read More
SecurityNews
Yezidis Report Massacre in Iraq, Say Islamic State’s Siege Far From Over
A day after President Obama declared the siege of Mount Sinjar broken and the crisis effectively over, Yezidi leaders say more than 100 of their… Read More
SecurityNews
Two Questions on Iraq and the Islamic State for Bush’s National Security Adviser
Stephen Hadley, national security adviser for President George W. Bush from 2005 to 2009, has experienced insight into what U.S. strategy in Iraq should entail. In a brief interview… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The Benghazi Committee Investigation Remains Critically Important
The House Benghazi Select Committee started its investigative work this month. No fireworks yet, and that bothers the critics of the committee, who continue to… Read More
SecurityCommentary
The Obama Administration Doesn’t Want Iraq to Be the Next Benghazi. Good.
As a story last week in the New York Times documented, it was not easy for the Obama administration to make the call to launch… Read More
SecurityCommentary
There Is a ‘Real Threat’ That Islamic State Fighters Could Enter U.S.
“[The Islamic State] has a great number of personnel that they’ve recruited, foreign fighters from Western European countries, some of which are in a visa-waiver… Read More
SecurityNews
Islamist Terror Group Vows in Video to ‘Humiliate’ America
A five-part documentary on VICE News showcases the inner workings of the Islamic State, the violent jihadist group that has conquered large regions of Iraq… Read More
SecurityFeature
Arab Bank Accused of Helping Reward Hamas Suicide Bombers in Terrorism Case
Ten years in the making, a landmark terrorism-related case is set to go to trial this week in New York. It has unearthed shocking documentation… Read More
SecurityCommentary
State Department Rejects Most Critical Security Recommendations Post-Benghazi
The State Department released a report earlier this month on implementation of the Best Practices Panel’s (BPP) recommendations on diplomatic security. Interestingly, the two most… Read More
McCain, Graham Call on Obama to Take More Aggressive Action in Iraq
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., sounded off against President Obama’s decision to launch multiple air strikes against the Islamic State of Iraq and al Sham (ISIS)… Read More
SecurityNews
Why One Critic Is Trashing Jimmy Carter’s Latest Mideast Peace Proposal
Jimmy Carter has a bold piece of advice for the United States and other world leaders: Ending Israel’s offensive against Hamas in Gaza begins with recognizing… Read More
SecurityCommentary
When War in Afghanistan Ends, Must Guantanamo Detainees Be Released?
Is this judge right?
InternationalNews
It’s Not What You Think: Hannity Explores Hamas Tunnel Into Israel
Want a look inside the secret tunnels that terrorist group Hamas has used to infiltrate Israel? Take a tour with Sean Hannity. The Fox News… Read More
InternationalNews
‘Hang Your Heads in Shame’: Angelina Jolie’s Dad Calls Fellow Stars ‘Ignorant’ on Israel
Jon Voight, the Oscar-winning actor and father of actress Angelina Jolie, says he is “heartsick” about two fellow Academy Award winners who denounce Israel’s actions… Read More
SecurityNews
The Islamic State’s Destabilization of Iraq Marks a ‘Disastrous Setback’ for U.S. Counterterrorism
Al Qaeda may have been seriously degraded in recent years, but the Islamic State, formerly known as ISIS, is rising to take its place as… Read More
SecurityNews
Religious Leader Looks to West For Help for Iraqi Christians
The Chaldean Catholic Patriarch is appealing to the international community for action against ISIS’ expulsion of Christians in Mosul, deeming the situation as “21st century… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Q&A: What Are These Tunnels Hamas Is Using to Attack Israel?
As part of the ongoing military campaign in Gaza, the Israeli military says it is now focused on destroying underground tunnels that Hamas is using… Read More
