Baghdadi declared caliphate in Iraq from "summary" of Black Flags by Joby Warrick
In mid-2014, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi made a bold move that stunned the world. He declared himself the leader of a new caliphate, an Islamic state that would govern all Muslims according to the laws of the Quran. This announcement was not just symbolic; it was a strategic masterstroke designed to inspire and mobilize followers across the globe. Baghdadi's caliphate was to be based in Iraq, where his group, the Islamic State, had seized large swaths of territory in a lightning-fast campaign. The declaration of the caliphate was a significant moment in the history of modern jihadism. It represented a direct challenge to the established order in the Muslim world, where nation-states had long held sway. By claiming the title of caliph, Baghdadi was asserting his authority over all Muslims and calling for their allegiance. This was a radical departure from the usual rhetoric of jihadist groups, which had typically focused on fighting local or regional battles. Baghdadi's declaration also had practical implications. By establishing a caliphate, he was able to tap into a powerful strain of Islamic history and theology. The idea of a caliphate harkened back to the ea...
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