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Mullah Omar’s Death Is a Big Blow to al Qaeda—and a Win for ISIS

Jihadi v. Jihadi

The Taliban has confirmed that Mullah Omar is dead. Why this spells big trouble for al Qaeda in its fight against ISIS.

Thomas Joscelyn
Thomas Joscelyn
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Thomas Joscelyn

Thomas Joscelyn

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