Katā'ib Rada' al-Khawārij Media Foundation presents a new booklet: "What's Said About the Baghdādī State: Sayings of the Established Religious Scholars, the People of Considered Opinion, and the Leaders of the Blessed Jihād on the Khawārij of the Rogue State, First Edition"

New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Zabīhullah Mujāhid: "Today’s Attack In Kabul Has Nothing To Do With Us"

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The blast which took place in Makroyano area of Kabul city today in which caused several civilian casualties has nothing to do with the Mujahideen of Islamic Emirate.
We contacted all the local leaders of Kabul province and after completing our investigation it was established that our Mujahideen had no operations planned for today and we are unaware of whatever took place there today.
Our Mujahideen are mandated to take immense caution during operations and are not allowed to carry out attacks without the approval of leaders.
Spokesman of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
Zabihullah Mujahid
07/11/1436 Hijri Lunar
31/05/1394 Hijri Solar                       22/08/2015 Gregorian
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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's Zabīhullah Mujāhid: "Regarding Fabricated Report Attributed to the Leader of the Islamic Emirate by ‘Ummat’ Pakistani Newspaper"

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A Pakistani newspaper ‘Ummat’ published a report yesterday attributing a letter to the leader of Islamic Emirate concerning the passing away of General Hamid Gul. No such thing has occurred and neither has the leader of Islamic Emirate released anything in this regard.
It is true that the former head of Pakistani intelligence, General Hamid Gul, was a close aid for Jihadi organizations during the era of Jihad and the Islamic Emirate also appreciates the services lent by all individuals and parties to the just demands and Jihad of the Afghans against the invasion of Soviet Union.
However news outlets should recognize their responsibilities. They should strive to only publish the truth and not work for mischievous objectives by heaping such slanderous accusations upon leaders and pass it off as news because such reports will only cause damage to their own reputation.
Spokesman of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
Zabihullah Mujahid
05/11/1436 Hijri Lunar
29/05/1394 Hijri Solar    21/08/2015 Gregorian
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As-Saḥāb Media presents a new video message from Dr. Ayman al-Ẓawāhirī: “Days With The Imām #7"

UPDATE 9/15/15 10:18 AM: Here is an English translation of the below Arabic video message:
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Click the following link for a safe PDF copy: Dr. Ayman al-Ẓawāhirī — “Days With The Imām #7″ (En)
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NOTE: Click here for previous parts in this series: #6#4#3#2, and #1.

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Jihadology Podcast: 'Boko Haram' Transitions to The Islamic State in West Africa with Jacob Zenn

In this episode Aaron talks to Jacob Zenn about the group commonly referred to as Boko Haram. They covered a variety of topics including:

  • Background on Wilayat Gharb Ifriqiyya
  • Misuse of the term Boko Haram to describe what is now called Wilayat Gharb Ifriqiyya, but previously was Jama’at Ahl al-Sunnah li-l-Da’wah wa-l-Jihad
  • Process that led Jama’at Ahl al-Sunnah li-l-Da’wah wa-l-Jihad to pledge bay’a to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and become Wilayat Gharb Ifriyya of The Islamic State?
  • Current status of Wilayat Gharb Ifriqiyya in Nigeria over the past few months
  • Key questions and observations Jacob is currently looking at to see how situation might develop in the future

This episode also features a discussion of primary source material released between July 18th to August 1st, and a #SocialMedia segment covering posts from July 28th to August 3rd.
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The podcast is produced by Karl Morand. If you have feedback you can email [email protected], or find us on Twitter: @JihadPod.
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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's Shaykh Jalāl al-Dīn al-Haqqānī: "Regarding the Passing Away of His Excellency the Late Leader of the Faithful and the Appointment of the New Leader"

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الحمد لله الذی جعل کل من علیها فان ویبقی وجه ربک ذوالجلال والاکرام والصلوة والسلام علی سیدنا امام الجاهدین المنعوت بشرح الصدر ورفع الذکر الذی حین ارتحل قام صاحبه وقال من کان یعبد محمدا فان محمداقدمات ومن کان یعبدالله فان الله حی لایموت وعلی اصحابه الذین هم مفتاتیح الرحمة ومصابیح الغرر رضی الله عنهم ورضواعنه
To all the sympathetic Muslim countries, Islamic movements, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and most particularly to the bereaved family members and colleagues of His Excellency Amir-ul-Momineen late Mullah Mohammad Umar Mujahid (may his soul rest in peace)!
Peace and blessings of Allah, the Almighty, be upon you!
On the basis of a sound and rational belief, we would like to state that the passing away of His Excellency the Amir-ul-Momineen is a huge loss for the Islamic Emirate, the whole Muslim world and particularly for the Islamic Jihadi movements. We consider his sincere services and sacrifices as a cherished beneficence for the whole Muslim Umma. May Almighty Allah bestow him with an exalted abode in Paradise, and his family with patient, endurance and unfailing reward! Amin!
We are sure that the new leader Mullah Akhtar Mohammad Mansoor is appointed with complete legitimacy and after due consultation and he is the most suitable successor of His Excellency the late Mullah Mohammad Umar Mujahid (may his soul rest in peace). We fully recommend to all the senior and junior in-charge ranks of the Islamic Emirate to pledge their allegiance with him and to fully obey him. Rest assured on my personal behalf and on the behalf of our Mujahidin that we will follow him as we have obeyed the late Amir-ul-Momineen.
It is usual that the staunch enemies of Islam have always tried to misuse this kind of critical circumstances against both the Islamic movements and the Muslim masses therefore, my particular recommendation to all members of the Islamic Emirate is to maintain their internal unity and discipline. Beware that you should not be deceived by negative propaganda of the enemy otherwise, (God forbid) all the services and sacrifices of last twenty years will be marred. We seek Allah’s refuge from that unwanted situation. Not only will the oppressed people of Afghanistan be affected negatively by the internal disputes but it will definitely affect all the Muslim masses of the world. Therefore, your ranks should remain well-disciplined and fully united. Turn your complete attention towards the enemy who is on the verge of collapse.
Finally, once again, I wish you solidarity, affection, obedience and a manifest victory.
May you live prosperous and victorious!
Regards
Alhaj Moulavi Jalalludin Haqqani
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