City Under Siege: Death Toll in Philippines Islamist Violence Nears 100

Philippine army special operations soldiers
The Philippine Army soldiers brief the U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st BN, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd SBCT, 25th Infantry Division on Fort Magsaysay, Philippines, April 17. The Philippine Army Special Forces Soldiers teach the U.S. Army Soldiers their survival techniques during a jungle training exercise as a way to strengthen partnership between the two countries. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Samantha Van Winkle/Released)

The Philippines’ military discovered the bodies of executed civilians dumped on the streets of the city of Marawi over the weekend, raising the total death [Read More…]

India Slaps Five-Year Ban On Fiery Islamic Preacher for Hate Speeches

Bijapur Jama Masjid, built between 1557 and 1686, is the largest and the first constructed mosque in Bijapur, Karnataka
Bijapur Jama Masjid, built between 1557 and 1686, is the largest and the first constructed mosque in Bijapur, Karnataka. Photo: Mukul Banerjee.

After being barred from entering the UK and Canada, self-styled Islamic evangelist Zakir Naik has also been banned in his home country. Winner of the [Read More…]