Archive · 12 Jun 2025
ISIS Attempts Resurgence in Iraq and Syria Amidst Instability
Some bad guys called ISIS are trying to get back into Syria and Iraq, where they used to control a lot of land.
They're trying to do this by activating secret fighters, watching for targets, and getting weapons ready.
But the police and army are working hard to stop them.
ISIS used to be very powerful, but now they're not as strong, and they haven't been able to take over any new places.
Although they have become less active, experts believe they are in a regrouping phase.
ISIS is reportedly attempting to reemerge in Syria and Iraq, exploiting the fall of Assad's regime.
The group has reactivated fighters, surveilling targets, and distributing weapons.
Security forces in both countries have foiled multiple plots this year.
The UN estimates 1,500 to 3,000 ISIS fighters are in Syria and Iraq.
ISIS attack claims have decreased in 2025 compared to the previous year.
- Who
- ISIS (Islamic State) fighters
- What
- ISIS is attempting to reemerge and regain influence in Syria and Iraq.
- When
- The resurgence attempt started after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
- Where
- Syria and Iraq
- Why
- To reestablish their presence and potentially regain control in the region.
ISIS
Coalition Forces and Security Operatives
Strength and Influence
ISIS
Expansion of ISIS influence and operations
Coalition Forces and Security Operatives
Containment and weakening of ISIS, decreasing attack claims
- Estimated Fighters
- 1,500 to 3,000 in Syria and Iraq
- Active Branches
- Primarily in Africa
- Leader
- Abdulqadir Mumin (Somalia branch)
- Reported Actions
- Activating sleeper cells, surveillance, weapon distribution, recruitment.
- Location of activity
- Northern Hamrin Mountains in Iraq
- 2025 Attacks (Syria)
- 38 in first 5 months
- 2025 Attacks (Iraq)
- 4 in first 5 months