What we know about ISIS-K, the group that claimed responsibility for the Moscow attack

The Islamic State affiliate in Afghanistan, ISIS-K, claimed responsibility for the deadly terrorist attack in Moscow. Founded in 2015 by disaffected Pakistani Taliban members, ISIS-K embraced a violent version of Islam. Despite losing half its fighters by 2021 due to U.S. airstrikes and Afghan raids, the group gained momentum after the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. ISIS-K's suicide bombing at Kabul's airport in 2021 elevated its profile, posing a significant threat to the Taliban. The group has also targeted Iran and Europe in recent attacks.
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