Category: Terrorism
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Strategies to Prevent Radicalization and Lone-Wolf Terrorism
Introduction Radicalization to violence is a crucial issue affecting populations globally. For decades now, government agencies have done a lot of research to understand the science behind the phenomenon in an effort to help practitioners and policing agencies find preventive measures. Various findings indicate that radicalization occurs in vulnerable and afflicted communities. Populations that go…
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Pirate Terrorists as an International Threat
The rise in globalization rates has brought numerous positive effects, including improvements in the economy, political relationships, and social interactions. However, it has also aggravated the threats to which people have been exposed, including one of the terrorist attacks. In his 2019 article, Mark Bowden describes an instance of a terrorist kidnapping that occurred in…
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Is Terrorism Ever a Justifiable Form of Political Violence
Anyaeze, Regis Chima. 2020 Terrorist Framework and Inclination: The Behavourial Pattern of Boko Haram in Nigeria. International Relations 8(04): 127-141. Web. In the article, the author examines the effects of terrorism, specifically Boko Haram in Nigeria. Although the author argues that before 2008, violent extremism in Nigeria had nothing to do with politics, Boko Haram…
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What Is Water-Related Terrorism and How to Cope With It?
Water-related terrorism is one of the most sophisticated and violent methods of damaging society. Although the effects of those terrorist acts might seem less violent than the traditional armed attacks, they are actually highly detrimental to economics and population health. Often, water-related terrorism includes damaging government facilities, and since water resources are vital for human…
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Operational Principles in the US War Against Terror
The US war against terror has intensified aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, and to that day, remains one of the most contested and protracted US military operations abroad. The US war against terrorism included several operations in Afghanistan and Iraq against Taliban and al-Qaeda. Although the US military has significantly succeeded in its security aspirations,…
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Analysis of Terrorism in Spain
Table of Contents Introduction Terrorism of ETA European Union Counter against Terrorism Measures by Spain against Terrorism Conclusion Work Cited Introduction Spain has experienced her fair share of terrorist incidents from different terrorist groups. Studying the countrys history, it is evident that it is one of the most impacted nations of the world because of…
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America and Terrorism in the 21st Century
There are many threats that people face every day without even realizing it. For example, terrorism is a major global problem addressed by authorities and different organizations. Overall, it is possible to say that international terrorism can be reduced but never stopped. Terrorist attacks are rather rare and well-planned, and it is still impossible to…
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Threat of Terrorism in the Middle East
Global terrorism can be stopped by the joint efforts of many countries. Mainly, the basis for the development of radical views among the population is social and economic inequality. In addition, if the political and cultural identity of a particular region is violated, then people tend to react aggressively to such phenomena. Cross-cultural communication, international…
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Domestic Terrorism and Hate Groups
Domestic terrorism is a form of terrorism in which citizens target a state. Hate groups are social groups that practice violence, hostility, and hatred to members of the society that differ from the group, for example, racial and sexual differences (Newton, 2021). Although both terms imply violence and may be politically motivated, their targets are…
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Migration, Diasporas, and Terrorism
Table of Contents Introduction The Motivation for Selecting the Study Area Significance of the Topic Literature Gaps Potential Research Questions Conclusion References Introduction Over the recent past, the US has witnessed numerous cases of economic crime committed by the outlawed criminal groups of al-Qaida and Jihad. Globalization has permitted the increased movement of people and…