About this episode
In June last year the world's attention became fixed on the progress of so-called Islamic State, or IS. They had just captured Mosul, Iraq's second-largest city. Since then a reported 20,000 fighters from all over the world have joined them. They have killed and enslaved thousands. They have captured towns, oil fields and dams. They control vast swathes of Iraq and Syria. IS are more brutal, sophisticated and enduring than anyone could have predicted. We test the argument that stopping IS will ultimately mean talking to them.
(Photo: ISIS Propaganda image)
Get every episode summarized
Each time The Inquiry publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from The Inquiry
Are countries really running out of jet fuel?
The Inquiry
Should we mine the Moon?
The Inquiry
Cycling: Is it time to swap four wheels for two?
The Inquiry
How will countries boycotting Eurovision affect the contest?
The Inquiry