A look at ISIS and where it really stands

The death of Abu Bakr Al Baghdadi, leader of ISIS, marked yet another chapter in the history of the group designated by the UN as a terrorist organization.

When Abu Bakr Al Baghdadi, the former head of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) ended his life late last month, it marked yet another chapter in the history of the group designated by the UN as a terrorist organization. How much power does it really wield today? Here’s a snapshot of ISIS’ tumultuous history and where it stands today.

A look at ISIS and where it really stands. (Representational image) (HT Photo)