Although defeated in Syria more than five years ago, the Islamic State group remains the standard-bearer of jihadist terrorism, maintaining a powerful online propaganda presence and expanding its influence through growing branches in Africa and Asia

Summary

The Islamic State group, despite its defeat in Syria, continues to inspire terror in the West through its online propaganda and expanding branches in Africa and Asia.

The New Orleans attack, perpetrated by Shamsud-Din Jabbar, exemplifies this influence, with Jabbar’s allegiance to ISIS and the attack’s method mirrored other lone-wolf assaults inspired by the jihadist group’s ideology.

While ISIS’ caliphate fell over five years ago, the group remains active, leveraging online networks to radicalize and inspire violence globally.

  • @mhagueEnglish
    3•3 days ago

    And they’re so excited that the ISIS brand still turns heads.