Description |
xvii, 237 p. ; 25 cm |
Contents |
Terrorism, insurgency, and asymmetrical conflict -- The emergence of modern terrorism -- Origins and key characteristics of Al Qaeda -- Terrorist backed insurgencies -- Politics, diplomacy, and peace processes : pathways out of terrorism? -- Law-enforcement, criminal justice, and the liberal state -- The role of the military in combating terrorism -- Hostage-taking, sieges, and problems of response -- Aviation security -- The media and terrorism -- International cooperation against terrorism -- The future of terrorism |
Summary |
This book examines the terrorist networks that operate globally and analyses the long-term future of terrorism and terrorist-backed insurgencies. -- |
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Terrorism remains a serious problem for the international community. The global picture does not indicate that the 'war on terror', which President George W. Bush declared in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, has been won. On the other hand it would be incorrect to assume that Al Qaeda, its affiliates and other jihadi groups have won their so-called 'holy war' against the Coalition against Terrorism formed after 9/11. -- |
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This new edition gives more attention to the political and strategic impact of modern transnational terrorism, the need for maximum international cooperation by law-abiding states to counter not only direct threats to the safety and security of their own citizens but also to preserve international peace and security through strengthening counter-proliferation and cooperative threat reduction (CTR). -- |
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This book is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students of terrorism studies, political science and international relations, as well as for policymakers and journalists. --Book Jacket |
Notes |
Previous ed.: 2006 |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Subject |
Democracy.
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Liberalism.
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Terrorism -- Prevention -- Government policy.
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Terrorism -- Prevention.
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LC no. |
2010030733 |
ISBN |
9780415588003 (hbk.) |
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0415588006 (hbk.) |
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9780415587990 (pbk.) |
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0415587999 (pbk.) |
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