Information on "Religious Terrorism"
August 2013
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1 Aug 2013
Negotiating with the Taliban: Pakistan’s Dangerous Dilemma
The newly elected Pakistani government remains at the forefront of efforts to negotiate with the Taliban. However, given its identity and ideology, Salma M Siddiqui warns that the risks of accommodation could be grave indeed. More on «Negotiating with the Taliban: Pakistan’s Dangerous Dilemma»
June 2013
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19 Jun 2013
Niger's Growing Jihadist Problem
Today, our partners at Stratfor warn that Jihadist activity is on the rise in Niger. They attribute this worrying trend to intensive counterterrorism operations across West Africa and to the Nigerien military's involvement in northern Mali. More on «Niger's Growing Jihadist Problem »
April 2013
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26 Apr 2013
The Threat from Rising Extremism in the Maldives
The Maldives depends upon a healthy tourist industry for its economic survival. Yet, as the CTC’s Animesh Roul reveals, a dramatic rise in jihadist activities and the violence that accompanies them is placing the Islands’ economic wellbeing in jeopardy. More on «The Threat from Rising Extremism in the Maldives»
February 2013
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25 Feb 2013
Al-Qaida in North Africa: It's Not the Same Old Story
Many Western forces now have extensive experience in fighting al-Qaida affiliates in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. But as the focus turns to al-Qaida in North Africa, Henry "Chip" Carey warns that they should not be tricked into thinking that they know what awaits them. More on «Al-Qaida in North Africa: It's Not the Same Old Story»
July 2012
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31 Jul 2012
Something Had to Give: Nigeria's Coming Crisis
Nigeria's inability to contain the threat posed by Boko Haram recently prompted President Goodluck Jonathan to replace his National Security Adviser. This move, however, is unlikely to allay widespread concerns that the radical Islamist group remains out-of-control and that the state is too corrupt (and therefore ineffectual) to deal with it. More on «Something Had to Give: Nigeria's Coming Crisis»
May 2012
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25 May 2012
Terrorism in West Africa: The Anarchy That Hasn't Come
While riddled with weak states, West Africa has not become the international terrorist playground some feared it would. That does not mean warnings about extremists should be overlooked however. More on «Terrorism in West Africa: The Anarchy That Hasn't Come» -
24 May 2012
Boko Haram: Racing to Reclaim the Initiative
Boko Haram's escalation of violent activity across northern Nigeria has been relentless. More on «Boko Haram: Racing to Reclaim the Initiative»
