terrorism
examples of state-sponsored terrorism
the Holocaust, 1973 - 1990 the murder and disappearance of more than 3,000 Chileans under Pinochet, Slaughter of the Tutsis by Intetahamwe 1994 in Rwanda, and present-day Iran supports Hamas, Hezbolla, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
Al Qaeda attacks
1993 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City, 1998 bombings of US embassies in Tanzania and Kenya, 2000 attack on the US Naval vessel USS Cole in the port of Yemen, 2001 September 11th attacks on us targets, 2004 attack on trains in Madrid Spain, 2005 attack on Transportation Systems in London.
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda is a global organization that has carried out dozens of attack beginning in 1992, often targeting the United States.
impact of terrorism
International terrorist attacks can have Global effects like a negative impact on trade and financial Market, damage to tourism industry, and less security among the populace in demand for increased security measures.
International terrorism
International terrorist groups operate outside one particular country or area. They are motivated by the desire for political and social change, and belief in the justness of their cause. they believe violence is the best way to bring attention to their demands
The Shining path in Peru
The Shining path formed in 1980 sought to overthrow Peru's government and replace it with Communism. They engaged in Murder, kidnapping, and destruction of property. They finance their operations by trafficking drugs, and saw many of its leaders captured and imprisoned.
Northern Ireland
conflict between Protestants and Catholics in Northern Ireland led to violence called the troubles. A Protestant unionists majority wanted to remain British, and a Catholic nationalist minority wanted to be part of the Republic of Ireland. Paramilitary groups on both sides engage in terrorist attacks, but since 1998 violence has declined.
the growth of domestic terrorism
domestic terrorism is practice against a group or individuals own country and people. The spread of nationalism contributed to ethnic nationalism increasing throughout Europe and the Middle East. Independence Movement spread throughout Africa and Asia. Communism and socialism ideal spread around the world, and Cold War tensions contributed to the creation of Rebel Fighters
red brigades in Italy
during the 1970s, the red brigades formed in Italy. They wanted to create a revolutionary State and have Italy removed from NATO. They used robberies, kidnappings, and assassination in an attempt to overthrow the Italian government
common policies can include
economic sanctions, treaties, International agreements, and Military strikes.
Bureau of counterterrorism
established in 1972 as a response to the attacks at the Munich Olympics, and was tasked with Advanced and counterterrorism efforts abroad
US Department of Homeland Security
established in 2002 as a response to the 9/11 attacks, tasked with maintaining security and safety of Americans at home, particularly against terrorist threats
impact of technology
improved communication systems and Technology have made it easier for terrorist to operate. This is made recruiting of new members, solicitation of funding, and ease of communication easier.
Oklahoma City USA
in 1995, two men angry at the Government bombed the US Federal Building in Oklahoma. It was the single worst act of domestic terrorism in US history, and killed 168 including 19 infant and children.
terrorism
includes the use of violence, threats, or intimidation to achieve a political objective. It can be domestic or International, it is often used by smaller groups that lack military strength to compete with larger Nations, and includes attacks on civilian targets and guerrilla warfare and assassination.
state-sponsored terrorism
occurs when nation-states support terrorism in their own country or abroad. Sponsoring States may offer financial assistance, provide Arms and Supplies, shelter or Harbor known terrorists, and promote activities of these organizations
counter terrorism
requires the cooperation of various organizations and governments.
entities cooperate by
seizing the funds of terrorist organizations, identifying and arresting members of Terror groups, and preventing organizations from obtaining weapons and material
counter terrorism organizations in the US
the United States as a target for international terrorism has established counter-terrorist departments within the government.
terrorism
the unlawful use or threatened use of Violence by a person or an organization for philosophical or political reasons. The term derived from a French word used to describe the French government's campaign to frighten its citizens into submission in the 1970s