The group , based in the Palestinian territories , is called the Army of Islam . It is accused of deadly attacks and abductions of children . Known as the Army of Islam , the group `` has been responsible for numerous terrorist acts against the governments of Israel and Egypt , as well as American , British and New Zealander citizens , '' the State Department said . Palestinian officials have said it was involved in Abu Shalit 's assassination .
The group , based in the Palestinian territories , is called the Army of Islam . It is accused of deadly attacks and abductions of children . Palestinian officials have said it was involved in Abu Shalit 's assassination .