''Al-Naba'' ( lit. ''The News'' or ''The Report'') is a weekly publication associated with the Islamic State (IS), designed to serve as a key platform for disseminating the group's narrative, ideology, and updates on its activities. The newspaper features a range of content, including reports on military operations, religious commentary, and propaganda aimed at bolstering the group’s influence. It has been used to communicate IS's perspective on global events, provide justifications for its actions, and promote its political and religious agenda.

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The first issue of the newspaper was published in May-June 2010, and on 17 October 2015 it started its activity as an official weekly newsletter. While its frequency has varied over time, it continues to release new issues. The publication has adapted to changes in IS's operational environment, including the group's territorial losses and challenges in maintaining its presence. Despite setbacks, the newspaper has remained a key tool for IS's propaganda efforts, including reports on its activities in regions such as

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. Al-Naba is typically distributed through encrypted messaging platforms and other methods that allow the group to bypass censorship and avoid detection.

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