The main point of the article was to convey that "today's terrorists are ultimately more apocalyptic in their perspective and methods." In short, their mindset changed from; a means to an end to becoming the end in itself. Most recently studies have shown that terrorism changed from the ideas of the past. Paul Wilkinson, Professor of International Relations and Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Centre for the Study…
They outline that civilian defense forces as a permanent and defensive form of pro-government militia that officials will often use to harness civilians during a counterinsurgency campaign. The authors argue that a civilian defense forces will reduce the problem of insurgent identification. This will lead to a reduction in state violence that targets civilians. Nevertheless, they also claim that these actors can and will undermine civilian support for insurgents, which can lead to rise in rebel violence targeting civilians and overall escalation of violence. the evidence in this article shows that a permanent civilian defense forces decreases the state’s use of indiscriminate violence, but causes a rise in insurgent violence. They also demonstrated that by making civilians the epicenter of the unconventional war effort, civilian defense forces increase the overall loss of life in civil conflicts, at least in the short run. “This underscores the significance of civilian support and control in determining the type and level of violence in civil wars” (Clayton…
Within the past hundred years, terrorist attacks have blatantly become more severe than ever. These attacks are caused by groups who are filled with loathing towards others. In fact, one can see how terrorists are using their attacks to elicit fear and gain power in the world when analyzing the Holocaust, the events of 9/11, and the Paris bombings.…
President Barack Obama began his tenure noting – much like President Bush – that the United States will defeat the terrorists, a message echoed by his Vice President Joe Biden. President Obama also concurred with the Bush administration’s articulation of terrorists as those who slaughter innocents. And, as President Bush, the forty-fourth President noted with considerable pride that America’s “security emanates from the justness of [her] cause, the force of [her] example, the tempering qualities of humility and restraint.” America’s spirit is stronger and it will not apologize for its way of life nor waver in its defense. Moreover, President Obama picked up on President Bush’s theme of admonishing heinous regimes who torture and murder their…
A quote by Thomas Aquinas which exemplifies this, “when we fear so excessively that we allow the avoidance of evil to take precedence over the pursuit of good” (Kinnamon, 2017, p. 36). Further evidence of this being when nations become excessively fearful of terrorism or attack, the loss is especially…
groups like Al Qaida will explore and have a great success to accomplish inflicting fear…
The world is unsettled. There seems to be continuous conflict at every turn. The feeling of being unsettled creates fear. The greatest levels of fear in the short-run come when one does not feel assured of one’s safety and one’s family's safety. The fear of the unknown is the most tangible fear for the long-term, that is, the feeling of terror of what lies ahead. Everyone wants freedom from fear, particularly the fear of the unknown and the feeling of one’s lack of safety. Unfortunately, with a continuous flow of unrest and unsettling around the world, we continue to feel fear. Our leaders do what they can to minimize this unsettled feeling.…
What creates the mindset of a person to become a terrorist, and have these beliefs grown stronger through time?…
“Modern terrorism involves the heartless killing of children throwing stones at tanks, deaths of pregnant women at security roadblocks, suicide bombings carried out in buses and discotheques, the terrorizing of luminous cities at night with bombing sorties, and the incineration of worshippers at mosques.” . Since the attacks on the twin towers on September 11, many people fear Islamic terrorism, but Islamic terrorist organizations did not just begin with the 9/11 attacks. Different terrorist organizations, such as Al Qaeda and the Moslem Brothers have existed for many years, although some have died out, others still thrive, and some of the organizations spark the beginning of new terrorist regimes. Islamic terrorist organizations have formed…
SOURCE: A nation’s pursuit of its own national interests can only lead to ultra-nationalism which ultimately develops hatred, hostility, conflict and even crimes against humanity.…
Terrorism has changed and developed across the world over time, much like the world has changed and developed over time. Advancements in technology, communications, military and transportation have also aided in the advancement of terrorist ability. Most countries, as well as the people residing in them, have dramatically advanced their capabilities in all areas, including terrorism, with each passing decade. The phrase ‘terrorism’ was originally coined in the late 1700s in reference to European governments attempting to gain a stronghold over the people and initiate their ideas (Roberts, 2002). However, this began to change in the late 1800s when non-governmental organizations began developing with a mission to overthrow their unsatisfactory…
Thus leads inevitably, that Nations cannot grow and develop with constant threat of warlords and terrorists.…
Terror is a strong and overpowering fear. It's hard to believe that some individuals' goals are to instill this in us -- to wreak havoc and destruction among the innocent. It's becoming more and more evident with each new year. Fanatical groups around the world are slowly coming out. Terrorism, based on intimidation and fear, no longer will be cast aside: the United States will stand and fight for the freedom and values of its people.…
Stevens, Anthony. Roots of War and Terror. New York: Cromwell Press Ltd, 2044. 212. eBook.…
The Conflict, Violence and Development research cluster is part of the Vulnerability and Poverty Reduction team at the Institute of Development Studies. The cluster’s main focus is to develop new insights into how people in contexts of conflict and violence live and interact, and what institutions best support them. We use our research findings to inform, identify and develop policies and practices that will strengthen people’s efforts to secure their own lives and livelihoods. Email: conflict@ids.ac.uk Web: www.ids.ac.uk/go/research-teams/vulnerability-and-poverty-reduction-team/researchthemes/conflict CVD WP009…