The document provides background information on ISIS, including: 1) ISIS originated from Al-Qaeda in Iraq after the 2003 US invasion, and grew stronger during conflicts in Iraq and Syria between 2004-2014, taking control of Mosul. 2) ISIS is funded through oil sales, taxes, ransom payments, and donations from wealthy supporters, with annual income estimated at $2 billion. The US provided over $200 million in weapons and vehicles when withdrawing from Iraq. 3) The US and allies have conducted over 8,000 airstrikes against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. ISIS has committed widespread atrocities, especially against women and children, through torture, rape, and brutal killings