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Omar al-Shishani, a fighter originally from Georgia, rose through the ranks to become Daesh's "war minister" in Syria. (AFP/File)

July 14th, 2016 - 07:00 GMT

Omar al-Shishani confirmed dead by Daesh-affiliated media

Shishani has been reported dead numerous times, but this is the first time Daesh has confirmed it.

Abu Omar al-Shishani, also known as Omar Checheni, is a Georgian national and considered a top Daesh leader in Syria. (AFP/File)

March 9th, 2016 - 05:00 GMT

Top Daesh commander targeted by US airstrike in Syria

A picture taken on Sept. 12, 2015 shows Russian T-80 tanks during a performance marking the Tankmen Day at a training ground outside St. Petersburg. (AFP/File)

September 26th, 2015 - 07:22 GMT

Could Russia's presence in Syria end up helping Daesh?