4 Maps That Show How Far And Fast The Islamic State Has Spread In One Year

The Independent: Isis, a year of the caliphate: 4 maps that show how far and fast the group has spread

From its base in Syria and Iraq, the so-called Islamic State has extended its influence at an alarming rate across the Middle East, Africa and beyond

Over the past year Isis has extended its influence across the Middle East and forged connections with other terrorist groups, prompting attacks across the world.

Brutal footage released by the jihadist group has triggered widespread revulsion, but the so-called Islamic State has also inspired foreign recruits from France, Germany and the UK.

These maps show just how far the influence of Isis and its allies has spread:

WNU Editor: The Islamic State has suffered defeats .... but overall .... the perception is that they are now winning the overall war. Is this accurate? Hmmm .... the maps do not lie.