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Islamic State

A collection of 4 issues

FLASHPOINT: Deadly Mosque Attack Shocks Oman: Nine Dead as IS Claims Responsibility

An IS-claimed attack near the Imam Ali mosque in Muscat killed nine, including three gunmen. This incident highlights a broader pattern of increasing IS-related activities across the Middle East.

IN BRIEF: Ulu Tiram Family Charged for Promoting IS Ideology

Malaysian authorities have charged five family members of the man who attacked the Ulu Tiram police station with promoting Islamic State (IS) ideology and inciting terrorism.

FLASHPOINT: Elimination of ISIS Leader in Syria: How Does It Affect Militancy in Southeast Asia?

The US-led coalition successfully carried out a drone strike targeting senior IS members, resulting in the elimination of Khalid Aydd Ahmad al-Jabouri. While the strike is expected to disrupt IS's ability to plan external attacks, the group remains a threat to the region and beyond.

The Deep Dive: Al Malaka Media Center

Media reports indicate that the Islamic State (IS) has set up a media platform in Malaysia called Al Malaka Media Centre. Who or what is Al Malaka Media Center, and what are its implications?