Very helpful maps and graphics to show the Iraq/Iran/Syria events.

I keep up on current events, at least I try, but the language that MSM uses to describe the ..rebels...no, wait,
the militants....ok, ok..the insurgents....unless they are.....jihadists....
THAT is not going to clear up.
But..
These graphics and maps are helpful, esp. the one showing what the Middle East will look like
if the combined Islamist forces have their way:
http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2014/06/12/world/middleeast/the-iraq-isis-conflict-in-maps-photos-and-video.html