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ISIS is a new kind of terrorist organization — one that makes its own money, rather than relying on wealthy benefactors. And with its coffers fueled by gains in Iraq, the organization is threatening to ignite more of the Middle East in its conflict.ISIS is a new kind of terrorist organization — one that makes its own money, rather than relying on wealthy benefactors. And with its coffers fueled by gains in Iraq, the organization is threatening to ignite more of the Middle East in its conflict.
Fear is mounting in Baghdad, as rumors swirl that Sunni extremist forces are on the outskirts of the Iraqi capital. There is not much confidence that the Iraqi army can stop them. The US is delaying direct assistance until it gets assurances of political change.
Fear is mounting in Baghdad, as rumors swirl that Sunni extremist forces are on the outskirts of the Iraqi capital. There is not much confidence that the Iraqi army can stop them. The US is delaying direct assistance until it gets assurances of political change.
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