There is no clear evidence that the Orlando gunman was directed by the so-called Islamic State group (IS), US President Barack Obama has said. The US authorities say gunman Omar Mateen pledged allegiance to IS shortly before the attack in Florida. How attacks unfoldedWho was Omar Mateen? Speaking in Washington, Mr Obama said: "It does appear that at the last minute he [gunman Omar Mateen] announced allegiance to Isil [IS]. "But there is no evidence so far that he was in fact directed.

Source: The Star June 13, 2016 21:33 UTC