What was the purported reason for Foley's execution?
American airstrikes in Iraq
BBC broadcasts
UN Resolutions
NATO actions
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American airstrikes in Iraq were cited as the reason for Foley's execution. The Islamic State released a video of his killing, claiming it was in response to the U.S. airstrikes on the group's strongholds in Iraq. The video sparked international outrage and condemnation, and led to increased efforts to combat the Islamic State.
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