The hunt for the ‘British’ jihadi who killed James Foley

Thursday 21 Aug 2014

A manhunt is under way for the jihadi, believed to be British, who appeared in video footage showing the murder of US journalist James Foley.

We have been searching for clues amid suggestions that the Islamic State extremist – who has been reportedly identified by a former hostage as “John” – may be from London.

How many western hostages are still out there?

Thursday 21 Aug 2014
How many western hostages are still out there – and how powerful is the Islamic State? It is well funded and well organised and is fighting a major war on several fronts.