Islamic State fanatic jailed for building 'mini militia' of child terrorists in London

An unqualified teacher who trained a "mini militia" of children for terrorist attacks in London has been jailed in England for life with a minimum term of 25 years.

Islamic State fanatic jailed for building 'mini militia' of child terrorists in London

An unqualified teacher who trained a "mini militia" of children for terrorist attacks in London has been jailed in England for life with a minimum term of 25 years.

Islamic State (IS) fanatic Umar Haque, 25, planned to use guns and a car bomb to strike 30 high-profile targets including Big Ben, the Queen's Guard and Westfield shopping centre.

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