One of the most significant Islamic State leaders, Abu Muhammad al-Adnani, has been killed in an attack in Syria, the group announced on Tuesday.
Mr Adnani served as a spokesperson for the group and head of operations overseas, and such is believed to have been key in attacks aimed at European targets.
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