Thousands of Afghans from Iran comprise 'Fatemiyon Brigade,' the second largest group of foreigners fighting for Assad in Syria
Media reports say threat against PM, Defense Minister Monohar Parrikar was on postcard received at country’s State Secretariat last week
At least 1 million devotees of ultraorthodox Islamic movement gathering in Bangladesh for Bishwa Ijtema, one of world's largest annual Muslim gatherings
Indonesian officials estimate there are between 200 and 300 IS sympathizers in country
Timing of assaults show militant groups working to sabotage efforts by India, Pakistan to improve countries’ relations, analysts say
Official downplays Islamic State’s influence in country; others stress ‘extremely dangerous consequences’ if militant group isn’t countered
December 13 deadly market bombing again shines spotlight on Sunni extremist Lashkar-e-Jhangvi group, which analysts say has global ambitions
Ex-colleagues say Sultan Aziz Ezam, who worked for three local radio stations over a decade, is now issuing death threats on Islamic State's 'caliphate radio'
Vaccinations for tens of thousands of children are on hold because health workers are unable to access remote regions controlled by Islamic militants
Sport's leaders hope cricket, recently unknown among Afghans, will serve as powerful tool in turning youths away from terror
Pakistan already is ranked as one of most dangerous places for journalists, as around 30 have been killed there since 2010
'In no country surveyed did more than 15 percent of the population show favorable attitudes toward Islamic State,' Pew study says
Intelligence analysts say impoverished nation is ripe for activities by IS extremists
Surge in Nangarhar province, reportedly a joint effort with Afghan security forces in Achin district, is 'very successful,' governor tells VOA
IS has reportedly recruited young soldiers, forced marriages on young women and girls in areas it controls in Afghanistan
