India
Security agencies flag spike in ISIS propaganda targeting India
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Indian security agencies have flagged a recent spike in activity by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria's media network, with a focus on India. The group's media channels are urging large-scale attacks at crowded public places and appealing for donations to strengthen the Afghanistan-based Islamic State Khorasan Province. Fundraising messages are being sought through cryptocurrency under the label of 'sadaqat', or charity, to support ISKP operations in Afghanistan.