They have been decimated by many of their own faith. And in a desperate move, they are encouraging their own to go out and kill other Muslims they suspect of fraternizing with their enemy (the USA).
Think about what this message says to those terrorists huddled in hiding. “Don’t trust anyone.” “They are among us and must be purged.” “Kill anyone that conspires with Americans or freedom.”
Let’s not overthink what “new” strategy they must be trying to implement. It seems to me, they are out of ideas, at least in Iraq. I pray we continue the clean up effort with the emerging honorable Iraqi people.
He’s only a shade away from sending the message; “To all AQ: kill the man next to you; he is a traitor.” Page One of the Final Chapter, I’d say.