Islamic State making territorial gains in Afghanistan, Pentagon reports

Published July 16, 2019 3:58pm ET



The Islamic State-Khorasan Province has gained control of territory in Afghanistan over the last six months, according to the latest Pentagon report to Congress.

While the group’s power in Afghanistan remains limited compared with organizations such as the Taliban and al Qaeda, it has continued to challenge Afghan, United States, and coalition forces.

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