Information on "Terrorism"
August 2012
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23 Aug 2012
The EU's Growing Global Counter-Terrorism Role
Since 2001, argues Alex Mackenzie, the European Union (EU) has become increasingly assertive in its attempts to combat internal and external sources of terrorism. As its initiatives in South Asia and West Africa demonstrate, the EU’s activities expand well beyond its partnership with the United States. More on «The EU's Growing Global Counter-Terrorism Role»
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» -
13 Jul 2012
Los Zetas and MS-13: Nontraditional Alliances
The notorious gangs Los Zetas and MS-13 are increasingly coordinating their drug trafficking activities. Rather than being a literal merger however, the partnership is more about Los Zetas gaining new organizational skills and pursuing new opportunities. More on «Los Zetas and MS-13: Nontraditional Alliances»
June 2012
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14 Jun 2012
Unresolved Tensions in Yemen
A new al-Qaeda affiliate threatens Yemen's post-revolutionary political transition. More on «Unresolved Tensions in Yemen»
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» -
9 May 2012
French Counterterrorism Policy in the Wake of Mohammed Merah's Attack
The first successful terrorist attack in 16 years in France is shaping up to be a watershed moment for French counterterrorism policy. More on «French Counterterrorism Policy in the Wake of Mohammed Merah's Attack»
September 2011
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7 Sep 2011
The Israelite Connections of the Taliban
It is a little known fact that the majority of the Taliban, who are largely made up of members of the Pashtun or Pathan tribes, are actually of Israelite origin. While the older generation of Pashtun did not hide the fact of their Israelite descent, some of the younger generation have suppressed this knowledge in light of the present political constellation. More on «The Israelite Connections of the Taliban »
November 2009
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27 Nov 2009
India’s Private Security Metamorphosis
India’s newest private security personnel are rapidly transforming from static security guards to anti-terrorism forces, Jody Ray Bennett writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «India’s Private Security Metamorphosis»
June 2008
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24 Jun 2008
The deadly convenience of Victor Bout
With international arms dealer Victor Bout behind bars in Bangkok, many world leaders are squirming over revelations of his client list. More on «The deadly convenience of Victor Bout»
