The Islamic state of Iraq and Syria which precisely is named ‘ISIS’ is an Islamic fundamental sect
that came in the world scene two decades ago under the leader of an Islamic extremist named Abu Musab alZarqawi.
Though, before the emergence of this deadly group, there had been other Islamic groups that had
unleash terror in our time. No matter the nomenclature they assume, all we know is that they have one aim. And
that is to carry out a jihadist movement that is hell-bent in converting everyone to Islam if possible. One of the
mission statements of Islamic state of Iraq and Syria is that anyone who dares to resist any Islamic system of
worship in the world would be dealt ruthlessly with. Iraq which abi initio have been termed axis of evil secured
a veritable ground to hatch their evil plans by liaising with troubled Syria to attack the west which they accused
of being enemy to Islam. Operating within Iraq and Syria alone could not have constituted a global threat by
this social miscreants, but their encroachment into other neighbouring countries like Turkey and other countries
around the middle-east is worrisome to the entire world. The U.S plan of using airstrikes to attack this group
may not yield the desired result unless land troops are used. This has been the useful suggestion of some
militant analysts. So this text is geared towards discussing or describing the situation in Iraq and Syria caused
by this deadly group nicknamed (ISIS) and to proffer possible means of curtailing their excesses before their
plan of obliterating non—Islamic groups is successfully carried out by them. All hands should be on deck to
support the U.S. and U.N in attacking this group until they are eliminated from the world scene.
this was made by me before 3 years so it is not based on the latest updates...will make those updates and post it very sonn.....yet this is one of the greatest presentations on terrorism!
The document discusses the origins, activities, and impact of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). It traces ISIS' origins and outlines its presence in Iraq and Syria. It then examines how ISIS aggressively markets itself and conducts intensive recruitment using online magazines and social media. The document also explores ISIS' sources of funding, the international fight against ISIS led by the US and its allies, and the human rights violations committed by ISIS.
the ppt is about the rise of islamic state and the current situation of coalition forces... the economy of the group and the measures to curbe the group
Emergence of ISIS in Afghanistan. A threat to regional security.Syed Bilal Ahmed Shah
1. The document discusses the emergence and rise of ISIS in Iraq and Syria, and their growing presence and threat in Afghanistan. It traces the origins of ISIS back to 2004 when Abu Musab al-Zarqawi pledged allegiance to al-Qaeda and formed al-Qaeda in Iraq.
2. Over time, al-Qaeda in Iraq merged with other insurgent groups, becoming the Islamic State of Iraq by 2006. They gained strength and territory in Iraq and later expanded into Syria in the chaos of the Syrian civil war, becoming the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Levant.
3. ISIS now poses a threat in Afghanistan by seeking to displace al-Qaeda and the Afghan Taliban for
There are a variety of reasons that people decide to join the Islamic State. Through its propaganda and recruitment process, IS targets those who are outcasts in their community or minorities in their country or who have been discriminated against in a Western context. This presentation is built to combat the kind of misinformation that IS uses to gain recruits.
This analysis has been made on what Media and individual say about ISIS on open platform like- Twitter, Blog, News & Forum. This is a Social Media monitoring and analysis report, not a Intelligence report. For creating the analysis report I have used historical data of the last one Year of Twitter, News, Blog, Forum & video conversations.
If you have any further question you can comment below.
Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)Nitin Sharma
The document discusses the rise of ISIS in Iraq and Syria and potential threats posed. It provides background on how ISIS formed from al-Qaeda in Iraq and took control of territory across Iraq and Syria. Six potential scenarios for the future of Iraq are outlined, ranging from protracted civil war to ISIS gaining control of the entire country. The document also discusses how ISIS aims to establish a caliphate and how their actions could impact neighboring countries and threaten global security. Measures to counter ISIS are mentioned, including training local ground forces in Iraq to conduct operations to push ISIS from cities.
this was made by me before 3 years so it is not based on the latest updates...will make those updates and post it very sonn.....yet this is one of the greatest presentations on terrorism!
The document discusses the origins, activities, and impact of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). It traces ISIS' origins and outlines its presence in Iraq and Syria. It then examines how ISIS aggressively markets itself and conducts intensive recruitment using online magazines and social media. The document also explores ISIS' sources of funding, the international fight against ISIS led by the US and its allies, and the human rights violations committed by ISIS.
the ppt is about the rise of islamic state and the current situation of coalition forces... the economy of the group and the measures to curbe the group
Emergence of ISIS in Afghanistan. A threat to regional security.Syed Bilal Ahmed Shah
1. The document discusses the emergence and rise of ISIS in Iraq and Syria, and their growing presence and threat in Afghanistan. It traces the origins of ISIS back to 2004 when Abu Musab al-Zarqawi pledged allegiance to al-Qaeda and formed al-Qaeda in Iraq.
2. Over time, al-Qaeda in Iraq merged with other insurgent groups, becoming the Islamic State of Iraq by 2006. They gained strength and territory in Iraq and later expanded into Syria in the chaos of the Syrian civil war, becoming the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria/Levant.
3. ISIS now poses a threat in Afghanistan by seeking to displace al-Qaeda and the Afghan Taliban for
There are a variety of reasons that people decide to join the Islamic State. Through its propaganda and recruitment process, IS targets those who are outcasts in their community or minorities in their country or who have been discriminated against in a Western context. This presentation is built to combat the kind of misinformation that IS uses to gain recruits.
This analysis has been made on what Media and individual say about ISIS on open platform like- Twitter, Blog, News & Forum. This is a Social Media monitoring and analysis report, not a Intelligence report. For creating the analysis report I have used historical data of the last one Year of Twitter, News, Blog, Forum & video conversations.
If you have any further question you can comment below.
Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)Nitin Sharma
The document discusses the rise of ISIS in Iraq and Syria and potential threats posed. It provides background on how ISIS formed from al-Qaeda in Iraq and took control of territory across Iraq and Syria. Six potential scenarios for the future of Iraq are outlined, ranging from protracted civil war to ISIS gaining control of the entire country. The document also discusses how ISIS aims to establish a caliphate and how their actions could impact neighboring countries and threaten global security. Measures to counter ISIS are mentioned, including training local ground forces in Iraq to conduct operations to push ISIS from cities.
The document provides background information on ISIS, including:
1) ISIS originated from Al-Qaeda in Iraq after the 2003 US invasion, and grew stronger during conflicts in Iraq and Syria between 2004-2014, taking control of Mosul.
2) ISIS is funded through oil sales, taxes, ransom payments, and donations from wealthy supporters, with annual income estimated at $2 billion. The US provided over $200 million in weapons and vehicles when withdrawing from Iraq.
3) The US and allies have conducted over 8,000 airstrikes against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. ISIS has committed widespread atrocities, especially against women and children, through torture, rape, and brutal killings
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) originated as an al-Qaeda linked Sunni insurgent group in Iraq after the 2003 US invasion. It expanded into Syria during the civil war, declared a caliphate in 2014, and controls territory in Iraq and Syria while carrying out operations in other countries. ISIL generates revenue through oil production and smuggling, taxes, ransoms from kidnappings, selling plundered artifacts, and other criminal activities to fund its violent extremist activities and attracts foreign fighters through effective propaganda.
ISIS, also known as ISIL, arose from al-Qaeda in Iraq in the late 2000s and seeks to establish an Islamic caliphate across Iraq and Syria. It controls significant territory and oil resources, using conventional weapons captured from the Iraqi and Syrian armies as well as social media propaganda. A US-led international coalition conducts airstrikes against ISIS while supporting Iraqi and Kurdish ground forces.
The document discusses ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria), its origins, goals, and impact. It formed from Sunni insurgent groups in Iraq and aims to establish a caliphate across Sunni regions. Through its involvement in the Syrian civil war, ISIS expanded its territory and proclaimed a caliphate in 2014. The document outlines ISIS's extreme ideology and brutal tactics. It discusses how the rise of ISIS could impact India by threatening oil supplies and regional stability in Afghanistan and surrounding countries.
This document discusses different types of terrorism and factors that encourage its rise. It identifies 4 main types:
1. Highly ideological (e.g. Marxist or religious fundamentalist) groups.
2. Groups inspired by national independence ideals like the IRA who want freedom from a dominant group.
3. National liberation groups fighting for self-determination like SWAPO and PLO who were subject to colonial rule.
4. Armed bands opposing oppressive regimes of a different ethnic/religious group in their own country, like in Latin America.
It also lists causes for the rise of terrorism like authoritarian states, social inequalities, and failure of international bodies to address issues. International responses
Islamic State is a radical Islamist group that seized territory in northern Syria and Iraq in 2014. They have brutal tactics like mass killings and abductions of religious and ethnic minorities. Originally founded in 2004, ISIS declared the creation of a caliphate in 2014 and changed its name to the Islamic State. They are based on a radical Sunni ideology and want to be governed by a single caliph, currently Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
In this presentation you will be able to find the truth about the origin of ISIS and it illustrates that ISIS are actually not true Muslims due to the evidence provided in this power point.
The document discusses the impact of ISIS control in Iraq on religious and ethnic minorities. It describes how ISIS has killed thousands of minorities, displaced over a million people, and destroyed religious sites. Specific groups like Christians, Yazidis, Shabaks and Turkomans have faced killings, abductions, slavery and being displaced from their homes. Solutions proposed include protecting minority areas, granting them autonomy, and international organizations investigating ISIS crimes against humanity.
ISIS seeks to establish a caliphate governed by strict Sharia law. It controls parts of Iraq and Syria and commits acts of extreme violence. While it broke from Al-Qaeda, ISIS aims to wage religious war and expand its territory. It attracts followers through propaganda promoting religious purity, heroism, and belonging. However, ISIS does not represent most Muslims and its harsh rules negatively impact local populations. The international community has undertaken military action against ISIS but reducing radicalization may require additional non-violent strategies.
The document summarizes the origins and goals of terrorist groups like Al Qaeda and the Taliban. It discusses how the Taliban formed in response to civil war in Afghanistan after the Soviet withdrawal. It also explains that Al Qaeda was founded by Osama Bin Laden and consists mainly of Arab fighters who remained in Afghanistan after the Soviet war. The document then analyzes some major terrorist attacks carried out by Al Qaeda, like 9/11. It concludes by assessing different approaches to dealing with terrorism, including deterrence and the three step solution proposed by Frey.
The document discusses the evolution and different interpretations of jihad in Islam. It describes jihad as having both an internal and external component. Internally, it refers to purifying one's soul through practices like prayer and meditation. Externally, it has been interpreted as fighting against the enemies of Islam to expand Muslim rule, or more recently as fighting corrupt leaders and Western forces. The document also outlines the historical spread of jihad from the Arab caliphate to the Ottoman Empire and how America's involvement in the Middle East since the 1990s has contributed to the modern jihadist movement.
The Islamic State - Revolutionizing the Historical Precedent of TerrorismAshley Smith
The document discusses the evolution of the terrorist organization known as the Islamic State (IS). It began as al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) in 2004, and underwent several name changes as it grew in size and territorial control. By 2014, after expanding into Syria, it declared itself the Islamic State, aiming to establish authority over all of the world's Muslims. The name changes corresponded with major developments for the group, such as splitting from al-Qaeda, gaining new leadership, and taking control of large areas across Iraq and Syria. The Islamic State aims to position its leader as a dominant figure for Muslims worldwide.
The document discusses the origins and key ideologies of Islamic extremism. It outlines the conditions that promoted radicalization, such as authoritarian regimes and Western influence. It then examines influential extremist thinkers like Ibn Taymiyyah, Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Wahhab, and Sayyid Qutb, and how they reinterpreted Islam to justify violence. Finally, it traces the rise of violent jihadist groups like Al-Qaeda and their global campaigns targeting the West and other "enemies" of Islam.
The document summarizes the current US policy and alternatives for addressing the Islamic State (ISIS) militant group. The US is leading a coalition to degrade and destroy ISIS through military airstrikes against ISIS targets in Iraq and Syria, training and equipping Iraqi and Kurdish forces, and disrupting ISIS's financing. However, the Obama administration refuses to coordinate with the Syrian regime. The US has conducted over 2,000 airstrikes and deployed 3,100 military personnel to train Iraqi forces. It is also providing weapons and aid to Kurdish peshmerga forces. The goal is to support local forces in retaking ISIS-controlled territory and limiting the group's resources and ability to operate
ISIS has gone through several name changes and originated as an offshoot of Al-Qaeda in Iraq. It is led by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and broke from Al-Qaeda in 2013 by expanding into Syria against their wishes. ISIS follows an extreme Salafist ideology and seeks to establish a caliphate, carrying out brutal acts of violence to achieve and maintain control over territory in Iraq and Syria. Their propaganda utilizes various media to spread their message and recruit adherents worldwide. Understanding their ideology and messaging techniques is important to developing strategies to counter ISIS propaganda.
CTP's Threat Update series is a weekly update and assessment of Iran and the al Qaeda network and its affiliates in Yemen, the Horn of Africa, and the Maghreb and Sahel.
This document analyzes and compares three prominent terrorist organizations - Hamas, Hezbollah, and Al Qaeda - to determine which poses the greatest threat to domestic security in the United States. It provides a brief history and overview of each group, including their ideologies, leadership structures, bases of operations, and sources of funding. Hamas operates mainly in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, using violence to pursue Palestinian nationalism and the expulsion of Israelis. Hezbollah emerged in Lebanon during its civil war and now combines political and social work with military resistance, receiving funds from Iran. Al Qaeda is a global Sunni jihadist network founded by Osama bin Laden to attack Western interests and societies.
Assessing ISIS: Success or Failure of Islamist Insurgenciesinventionjournals
Assessing the current and long-term success of the Islamist insurgent group, the “Islamic State” (hereafter “ISIS”), requires not only identifying prerequisites for conducting insurgency but also assessing the group’s ability to attain the goals proclaimed by its ideology or program. Such success or failure can be determined by a systematic comparison with other Islamist insurgent groups which have either failed or succeeded in achieving their stated objectives. Examining the historical and theological backgrounds of movements, such as al Qaeda and Hezbollah, reveals that success requires having visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing security and social services to its population. The importance of territorial control, a social-political infrastructure, and external legitimation is demonstrated by the relative success of groups enjoying Iranian support, such as Hezbollah, over Islamist groups following the non-state strategy of al Qaeda. ISIS has a visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing at least minimal security and social services to its population but lacking belligerent status and having rejected alliances with like-minded Salafist groups sharing most of its goals. Another essential but often overlooked condition for success for militant Islamist movements is the endorsement of the traditional Muslim Ulema as guardians of the Islamic faith.
Terrorism is a complex and controversial topic with no universally agreed upon definition. The document discusses how the label of "terrorism" is often used by powerful states against weaker groups to delegitimize them. It also examines how both states and non-state groups have employed violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims. Ultimately, there are good-faith arguments on both sides of what constitutes terrorism versus freedom fighting, and the labeling is often more about perspective and power dynamics than objectively defining unlawful violence.
This document provides an overview of terrorism in Malaysia. It discusses:
1) Terrorism initially took the form of communist insurgency after independence, but more recently has included incidents linked to international groups like KMM, JI, and ASG.
2) Kidnapping for ransom has been the most common modus operandi of terrorist attacks in Malaysia, which have typically involved small numbers of victims and minimal harm.
3) Emergency response capabilities in Malaysia have improved with training programs and cooperation between government and non-government agencies, though exercises continue to identify areas for improvement.
Este documento describe la estructura organizativa de un centro escolar, incluyendo los tres tipos de centros (públicos, privados concertados y no concertados), los órganos de gobierno como el director, jefe de estudios y secretario, los órganos de representación como las asociaciones de padres y alumnos, y los órganos de coordinación docente como los tutores, equipos de nivel, comisión de coordinación pedagógica y departamento de orientación. También resume las funciones del consejo escolar y del claustro de prof
The document provides background information on ISIS, including:
1) ISIS originated from Al-Qaeda in Iraq after the 2003 US invasion, and grew stronger during conflicts in Iraq and Syria between 2004-2014, taking control of Mosul.
2) ISIS is funded through oil sales, taxes, ransom payments, and donations from wealthy supporters, with annual income estimated at $2 billion. The US provided over $200 million in weapons and vehicles when withdrawing from Iraq.
3) The US and allies have conducted over 8,000 airstrikes against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. ISIS has committed widespread atrocities, especially against women and children, through torture, rape, and brutal killings
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) originated as an al-Qaeda linked Sunni insurgent group in Iraq after the 2003 US invasion. It expanded into Syria during the civil war, declared a caliphate in 2014, and controls territory in Iraq and Syria while carrying out operations in other countries. ISIL generates revenue through oil production and smuggling, taxes, ransoms from kidnappings, selling plundered artifacts, and other criminal activities to fund its violent extremist activities and attracts foreign fighters through effective propaganda.
ISIS, also known as ISIL, arose from al-Qaeda in Iraq in the late 2000s and seeks to establish an Islamic caliphate across Iraq and Syria. It controls significant territory and oil resources, using conventional weapons captured from the Iraqi and Syrian armies as well as social media propaganda. A US-led international coalition conducts airstrikes against ISIS while supporting Iraqi and Kurdish ground forces.
The document discusses ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria), its origins, goals, and impact. It formed from Sunni insurgent groups in Iraq and aims to establish a caliphate across Sunni regions. Through its involvement in the Syrian civil war, ISIS expanded its territory and proclaimed a caliphate in 2014. The document outlines ISIS's extreme ideology and brutal tactics. It discusses how the rise of ISIS could impact India by threatening oil supplies and regional stability in Afghanistan and surrounding countries.
This document discusses different types of terrorism and factors that encourage its rise. It identifies 4 main types:
1. Highly ideological (e.g. Marxist or religious fundamentalist) groups.
2. Groups inspired by national independence ideals like the IRA who want freedom from a dominant group.
3. National liberation groups fighting for self-determination like SWAPO and PLO who were subject to colonial rule.
4. Armed bands opposing oppressive regimes of a different ethnic/religious group in their own country, like in Latin America.
It also lists causes for the rise of terrorism like authoritarian states, social inequalities, and failure of international bodies to address issues. International responses
Islamic State is a radical Islamist group that seized territory in northern Syria and Iraq in 2014. They have brutal tactics like mass killings and abductions of religious and ethnic minorities. Originally founded in 2004, ISIS declared the creation of a caliphate in 2014 and changed its name to the Islamic State. They are based on a radical Sunni ideology and want to be governed by a single caliph, currently Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
In this presentation you will be able to find the truth about the origin of ISIS and it illustrates that ISIS are actually not true Muslims due to the evidence provided in this power point.
The document discusses the impact of ISIS control in Iraq on religious and ethnic minorities. It describes how ISIS has killed thousands of minorities, displaced over a million people, and destroyed religious sites. Specific groups like Christians, Yazidis, Shabaks and Turkomans have faced killings, abductions, slavery and being displaced from their homes. Solutions proposed include protecting minority areas, granting them autonomy, and international organizations investigating ISIS crimes against humanity.
ISIS seeks to establish a caliphate governed by strict Sharia law. It controls parts of Iraq and Syria and commits acts of extreme violence. While it broke from Al-Qaeda, ISIS aims to wage religious war and expand its territory. It attracts followers through propaganda promoting religious purity, heroism, and belonging. However, ISIS does not represent most Muslims and its harsh rules negatively impact local populations. The international community has undertaken military action against ISIS but reducing radicalization may require additional non-violent strategies.
The document summarizes the origins and goals of terrorist groups like Al Qaeda and the Taliban. It discusses how the Taliban formed in response to civil war in Afghanistan after the Soviet withdrawal. It also explains that Al Qaeda was founded by Osama Bin Laden and consists mainly of Arab fighters who remained in Afghanistan after the Soviet war. The document then analyzes some major terrorist attacks carried out by Al Qaeda, like 9/11. It concludes by assessing different approaches to dealing with terrorism, including deterrence and the three step solution proposed by Frey.
The document discusses the evolution and different interpretations of jihad in Islam. It describes jihad as having both an internal and external component. Internally, it refers to purifying one's soul through practices like prayer and meditation. Externally, it has been interpreted as fighting against the enemies of Islam to expand Muslim rule, or more recently as fighting corrupt leaders and Western forces. The document also outlines the historical spread of jihad from the Arab caliphate to the Ottoman Empire and how America's involvement in the Middle East since the 1990s has contributed to the modern jihadist movement.
The Islamic State - Revolutionizing the Historical Precedent of TerrorismAshley Smith
The document discusses the evolution of the terrorist organization known as the Islamic State (IS). It began as al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) in 2004, and underwent several name changes as it grew in size and territorial control. By 2014, after expanding into Syria, it declared itself the Islamic State, aiming to establish authority over all of the world's Muslims. The name changes corresponded with major developments for the group, such as splitting from al-Qaeda, gaining new leadership, and taking control of large areas across Iraq and Syria. The Islamic State aims to position its leader as a dominant figure for Muslims worldwide.
The document discusses the origins and key ideologies of Islamic extremism. It outlines the conditions that promoted radicalization, such as authoritarian regimes and Western influence. It then examines influential extremist thinkers like Ibn Taymiyyah, Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Wahhab, and Sayyid Qutb, and how they reinterpreted Islam to justify violence. Finally, it traces the rise of violent jihadist groups like Al-Qaeda and their global campaigns targeting the West and other "enemies" of Islam.
The document summarizes the current US policy and alternatives for addressing the Islamic State (ISIS) militant group. The US is leading a coalition to degrade and destroy ISIS through military airstrikes against ISIS targets in Iraq and Syria, training and equipping Iraqi and Kurdish forces, and disrupting ISIS's financing. However, the Obama administration refuses to coordinate with the Syrian regime. The US has conducted over 2,000 airstrikes and deployed 3,100 military personnel to train Iraqi forces. It is also providing weapons and aid to Kurdish peshmerga forces. The goal is to support local forces in retaking ISIS-controlled territory and limiting the group's resources and ability to operate
ISIS has gone through several name changes and originated as an offshoot of Al-Qaeda in Iraq. It is led by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and broke from Al-Qaeda in 2013 by expanding into Syria against their wishes. ISIS follows an extreme Salafist ideology and seeks to establish a caliphate, carrying out brutal acts of violence to achieve and maintain control over territory in Iraq and Syria. Their propaganda utilizes various media to spread their message and recruit adherents worldwide. Understanding their ideology and messaging techniques is important to developing strategies to counter ISIS propaganda.
CTP's Threat Update series is a weekly update and assessment of Iran and the al Qaeda network and its affiliates in Yemen, the Horn of Africa, and the Maghreb and Sahel.
This document analyzes and compares three prominent terrorist organizations - Hamas, Hezbollah, and Al Qaeda - to determine which poses the greatest threat to domestic security in the United States. It provides a brief history and overview of each group, including their ideologies, leadership structures, bases of operations, and sources of funding. Hamas operates mainly in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, using violence to pursue Palestinian nationalism and the expulsion of Israelis. Hezbollah emerged in Lebanon during its civil war and now combines political and social work with military resistance, receiving funds from Iran. Al Qaeda is a global Sunni jihadist network founded by Osama bin Laden to attack Western interests and societies.
Assessing ISIS: Success or Failure of Islamist Insurgenciesinventionjournals
Assessing the current and long-term success of the Islamist insurgent group, the “Islamic State” (hereafter “ISIS”), requires not only identifying prerequisites for conducting insurgency but also assessing the group’s ability to attain the goals proclaimed by its ideology or program. Such success or failure can be determined by a systematic comparison with other Islamist insurgent groups which have either failed or succeeded in achieving their stated objectives. Examining the historical and theological backgrounds of movements, such as al Qaeda and Hezbollah, reveals that success requires having visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing security and social services to its population. The importance of territorial control, a social-political infrastructure, and external legitimation is demonstrated by the relative success of groups enjoying Iranian support, such as Hezbollah, over Islamist groups following the non-state strategy of al Qaeda. ISIS has a visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing at least minimal security and social services to its population but lacking belligerent status and having rejected alliances with like-minded Salafist groups sharing most of its goals. Another essential but often overlooked condition for success for militant Islamist movements is the endorsement of the traditional Muslim Ulema as guardians of the Islamic faith.
Terrorism is a complex and controversial topic with no universally agreed upon definition. The document discusses how the label of "terrorism" is often used by powerful states against weaker groups to delegitimize them. It also examines how both states and non-state groups have employed violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims. Ultimately, there are good-faith arguments on both sides of what constitutes terrorism versus freedom fighting, and the labeling is often more about perspective and power dynamics than objectively defining unlawful violence.
This document provides an overview of terrorism in Malaysia. It discusses:
1) Terrorism initially took the form of communist insurgency after independence, but more recently has included incidents linked to international groups like KMM, JI, and ASG.
2) Kidnapping for ransom has been the most common modus operandi of terrorist attacks in Malaysia, which have typically involved small numbers of victims and minimal harm.
3) Emergency response capabilities in Malaysia have improved with training programs and cooperation between government and non-government agencies, though exercises continue to identify areas for improvement.
Este documento describe la estructura organizativa de un centro escolar, incluyendo los tres tipos de centros (públicos, privados concertados y no concertados), los órganos de gobierno como el director, jefe de estudios y secretario, los órganos de representación como las asociaciones de padres y alumnos, y los órganos de coordinación docente como los tutores, equipos de nivel, comisión de coordinación pedagógica y departamento de orientación. También resume las funciones del consejo escolar y del claustro de prof
The document provides an overview of the key aspects of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) implemented in India including:
1) It describes the features and fundamentals of GST including how it is a dual tax system levied by both central and state governments.
2) It outlines the registration process and requirements to register under GST.
3) It explains the various GST returns required to be filed including monthly, annual, and other periodic returns along with due dates.
4) It provides answers to common questions about GST such as who needs to register, what the tax rates are, and how GST benefits consumers.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Can electronic marking help to engage students with assessment and feedback?Alison Graham
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El documento proporciona una descripción general de la historia de las computadoras, desde la primera generación en la década de 1940 hasta la sexta generación actual. Detalla las características clave de cada generación, incluidos los avances tecnológicos como el transistor, los circuitos integrados y el microprocesador que permitieron computadoras más pequeñas, rápidas y potentes con el paso del tiempo. También brinda una breve descripción de los componentes de hardware de una computadora como la unidad central de procesamiento, las unidades de almacen
Este documento resume un informe de evaluación de impacto social de las Lanzaderas de Empleo y Emprendimiento Solidario, un programa de Fundación Telefónica y Fundación Santa María la Real para mejorar la empleabilidad de jóvenes desempleados. El programa involucra a grupos de 20 jóvenes que trabajan juntos bajo la guía de un coach para desarrollar habilidades, buscar trabajo y apoyarse mutuamente. La evaluación buscó medir los cambios en los participantes y si estos eran atribuibles al programa. Los resultados mostr
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The Indian Dental Academy is the Leader in continuing dental education , training dentists in all aspects of dentistry and
offering a wide range of dental certified courses in different formats.for more details please visit
www.indiandentalacademy.com
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Este documento describe la importancia de la marca personal para el sector turístico. Una buena marca personal permite a los trabajadores optar a mejores empleos y carreras más exitosas, y hace que un destino turístico sea más visible. También permite la diferenciación, mejora la relación con los empleados para retener el talento, y hace que las empresas sean más cualificadas. Además, el uso de influencers con una marca personal conocida mejora la visibilidad de un destino turístico.
David M. Steinkraus has over 20 years of experience in management, sales, and customer service roles in the telecommunications industry. He is currently the Manager of Credit and Collections at AT&T, where he manages a team that handles collections for large business customers. Previously he held roles such as General Manager at Bullnose Tile of San Jose and Manager of Credit and Collections at AT&T. He has a Master's degree in Management and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing.
An Examination of Effectuation Dimension as Financing Practice of Small and M...iosrjce
IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM) is a double blind peer reviewed International Journal that provides rapid publication (within a month) of articles in all areas of business and managemant and its applications. The journal welcomes publications of high quality papers on theoretical developments and practical applications inbusiness and management. Original research papers, state-of-the-art reviews, and high quality technical notes are invited for publications.
Does Goods and Services Tax (GST) Leads to Indian Economic Development?iosrjce
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Islamic State of Iraq and Syria – A Threat to Global Peace and Security
1. IOSR Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM)
e-ISSN: 2278-487X, p-ISSN: 2319-7668. Volume 17, Issue 1.Ver. III (Jan. 2015), PP 45-49
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Islamic State of Iraq and Syria – A Threat to Global Peace and
Security
1
MRS. Justina Chika Alaneme, 2
REV. Canon Jonathan Chidomere Egesi
Imo State Polythecnic Umuagwo-Ohaji P.M.B 1472 Owerri.
Abstract: The Islamic state of Iraq and Syria which precisely is named ‘ISIS’ is an Islamic fundamental sect
that came in the world scene two decades ago under the leader of an Islamic extremist named Abu Musab al-
Zarqawi. Though, before the emergence of this deadly group, there had been other Islamic groups that had
unleash terror in our time. No matter the nomenclature they assume, all we know is that they have one aim. And
that is to carry out a jihadist movement that is hell-bent in converting everyone to Islam if possible. One of the
mission statements of Islamic state of Iraq and Syria is that anyone who dares to resist any Islamic system of
worship in the world would be dealt ruthlessly with. Iraq which abi initio have been termed axis of evil secured
a veritable ground to hatch their evil plans by liaising with troubled Syria to attack the west which they accused
of being enemy to Islam. Operating within Iraq and Syria alone could not have constituted a global threat by
this social miscreants, but their encroachment into other neighbouring countries like Turkey and other countries
around the middle-east is worrisome to the entire world. The U.S plan of using airstrikes to attack this group
may not yield the desired result unless land troops are used. This has been the useful suggestion of some
militant analysts. So this text is geared towards discussing or describing the situation in Iraq and Syria caused
by this deadly group nicknamed (ISIS) and to proffer possible means of curtailing their excesses before their
plan of obliterating non—Islamic groups is successfully carried out by them. All hands should be on deck to
support the U.S. and U.N in attacking this group until they are eliminated from the world scene.
I. Introduction
Terrorists are not invisible spirits. They reside among men in various countries that exist on this planet
earth. Islamic state of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) being a new form of terrorism in the terrorists world order perpetrate
their evil acts from those countries they have the interest in attacking because they are somewhat being allowed
some free hands to operate from there. This makes it possible for them to take off, hit their targets, return and
feel accommodated.
Many countries’ governmental regimes had in the past been indicted for abating terrorists to operate
such act, tagged as ―state-sponsored terrorism‖ has never been received with ease by the United nations because
it could cause out-break of crises and endanger the co—existence and mutual inter-relationships among the
member states or nations. The fall-out of responsible government in some nations like Iraq, and Syria prompted
the alliance of this social miscreants that formed the deadly group called the ―ISIS‖. Their sole aim is to work
together to weaken the effort of United Nations in achieving global peace and security. If all member states of
the UN truly gear up in oneness to this measure, a permanent solution to the menace is very likely to be
demystified. Thus, tackling any terrorist group like the ―ISIS‖ is as workable as getting every nation to root out
terrorist groups operating in or from its enclave, even at the express requirement of the already and standby
assistance of the international community.
Well, this text is designed to address the issue of Islamic state of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and how such
group constitute a very big threat to peace and security of the world, but certain mention would be made on
other types of terrorists groups, how they are formed and funded coupled with how they stand a big threat to
global peace and security.
II. Brief History Of Some Terrorist Groups In The World
The creation of modern state of Israel by the year 1948 has triggered series of Marxist and anti-western
transformations and movements through the Arab and Islamic world, with the Palestine Liberation Organization
(PLO) and other Islamic/Arab nations championing a course of actions against Israel. Their failure to achieve
the creation of the state of Palestine from the land in which the state of Israel has been created also engendered a
war between combined Arab forces and Israel in 1967. Some Arab nationalists and revolutionary movements
therefore came to terms that terrorism could be the only effective approach to reach this goal of pushing Israel
out of the territory. This particular initiative gives rise to the first phase of modern international terrorism,
Emesowum C.K. (2008: 117).
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The Palestine and other Arab militants thus, moved away from their classic guerrilla pattern of attack
which was typically rural-based, and transformed their warfare into urban terrorism and hence began to target
civilian outside the immediate arena of the conflict. They also took advantage of modern communication and
transportation systems to internalize their struggle. Those radical Arab militants began to launch series of
sporadic hijackings, kidnappings, bombings and shootings. (Ibid).
On July 22, 1968, one of those Arab groups – popular front for the librations of Palestine (P FLP)
hijacked an Israeli commercial flight, EL AL, which was routed from Rome, Italy to Tel Aviv, Israel. The
terrorists created international publicity and crisis and also created the upsurge of international – terrorism that
still exist today. Some other terrorists groups are:
III. The Popular Front For The Liberation Of Palestine (PFLP)
The PFLP was one of the member allies of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) founded in 1967 by
George Hatash. It committed different forms of international terrorist acts in the 1970s. It continues to oppose
negotiations with Israel. Some Arab powers are reportedly the key sources of its strength, with logistic supports
and safe haven.
IV. Popular Front For The Liberation Of Palestine – General Command (PPELP – GC)
This group was formed by Ahmed Fibril splitting from (PFLP) in 1968. It wanted to focus more on
terrorism than combining it with politics. It conducted multiple attacks in Europe and the Middle East in the
1970s and 1980s. It devised a unique cross-border attack on Israel.
V. Abu Nidal Organization ((ANO)
This group was formed as anti-western and anti-terrorist organization. It was led by Sabril Al-Bama. It
also left the (PLO) in 1974. It had carried out attack against Israel, U.S, UK, and France, Moderate Palestine, the
PLO and various uncompromising Arab countries. The group attacked the Roman and Vienna airports in 1985
and Pam AM flight 73 which it hijacked in Karachi in 1986. In December, 1998, Al-Bama relocated to Iraq
where the group maintains a presence as a safer haven.
In fact, the era of the 1980s also witnessed state-sponsorship of terrorism, of various kinds.
VI. Radical Religious Group Called Hezbollah
It is a radical Shia Islamic religious group founded in Lebanon in 1982. It became closely allied with
and often directed from Iran. The group claimed responsibility for some of the numerous terrorist attacks on the
US and other western countries for protecting Israel and for which in an open letter said ―our sons are now in a
state of ever—escalating confrontation against the enemies (Israel, America, and France) until the following
objective are achieved: - Israel’s final departure ….‖ as a prelude to its final – obliteration from the entire
earthly – existence, Hydra of carnage. The group’s operation bases are in the Bekaa valley, southern suburbs of
Beirut and southern Lebanon. It also established terrorists’ cells in Europe, Africa, South America, North
America and Asia. It reportedly receives financial training, weapons, diplomatic and organizational aids from
some Arab powers.
Here in Nigeria, one of their members by name Moustafa Reda Darwish Fawaz who owns a vastly
patronized Amigo supermarket in Abuja was arrested by the state security services (SSS) for using his financial
outlets in collaboration with Iran to run and finance terrorists acts both in Nigeria and other countries suspected
to be anti-Islam. (Tell, June 17, 2013: 21 – 22).
VII. Islamic Resistance Movement (HAMAS)
The group emerged from the Islamic brotherhood during the first Palestine intifada of 1987. Hamas
became a religious opposition to the Israelis in the occupied territory, and was mainly known for its suicide
bomb attacks. It condemned American politics which favoured Israel to justify its attacks on the US and other
western countries. It was based in Gaza and certain areas of the west bank.
VIII. Al-Qaeda Network (THE BASE)
Following the steps of other religious terrorists organizations of the past, Osama Bin Laden formed this
group in 1989 with the aim of being the base from which a transnational muja hidden networks would be
coordinated to establish Islamic regime all over the world. The groups’ operational format was to first crushed
and removed American presence from the Arab world, Israel from the middle east, overthrow the corrupt
regimes in the Islamic world and then move ahead to extend complete Islamic regime throughout the whole
world. (Ibid: 123). Al-Qaeda provides financial, manpower and training supports for the extremist groups
worldwide that are linked to its network. Its aim of eliminating the Jews and declaring of wars against US and
her allies led to the bombing of world trade centre in September, 11, 2001 on the US.
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Truly, time and space would fail me if I begin to mention the activities of other terrorists groups like
Palestine Islamic Jihad (P.I.J), Boko Haram based in Nigeria, Armed Islamic Group (G.I.A) based in Algeria,
Aden Abyan Islamic Army (A.A.I.A) based in Yemen, Hara Kat UI-Muja Hidis (HUM) based in Pakistan,
Jaish – E – Mohammed (Army of Mohammed) based also in Pakistan, Lash Kar – E – Tayyiba (LT) (Army of
the righteous) also based in Pakistan , the Salafist Group for Call and Combat (GSPC) based in Algeria, Khmer
Rouge, based in Cambodia, Manuel Rodriguez Patroofic Front (FPMR) based in Columbia and Venezuela, Al-
Jihad (Egyptian Islamic Jihad) based in Egypt but also operates in Yemen, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Sudan,
Palestine, Lebanon and united kingdom; Al-Gama’a Al-Islamic Ya (Islamic Group (IG) also based in Egypt,
Abu Nidal Organizations (ANO) aka Fatah Revolutionary Council, Arab Revolutionary Brigade, Revolutionary
Organization of socialist Muslims and Black September that has its presence in middle east, Asia and Europe
and Zviadists based in Russia. Marie A.S. (1997).
There are a lot of them that mainly operates from religious point of view and ends in political points.
Those of them that attack Israel may stem from the point of religion but when it extends to US and Britain,
world politics have come into play. Those revolutionary groups that originated from Russia for instance, may
have nothing to do with Israel, but being that Israel is a strong ally of US and Britain; they may be attacked by
these groups from Russia. The reason being that the Russian society abi initio operated a communists/socialists
economy as against capitalists that belongs to the US and Britain, so the enmity can intensify from this point.
This scenario can warrant some Muslim groups that do not support Israel or their allies like US and UK to begin
to attack US and UK while taking sides with Russia. From this point however, it becomes difficult to rout
terrorism out of the world.
And no matter the nomenclature all these terrorists groups assumes, they all geared towards one goal;
the goal being to introduce Islamic system of worship in the world and deal ruthlessly with any country that
deviates from their policy. The latest is the Islamic state of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), wrecking havoc in the world
now.
IX. Origin Of Islamic State Of Iraq And Syria (ISIS)
The group began more than two decades ago as a fervid fantasy in the mind of a Jordian named Abu
Musab al – Zarqawi. A onetime street thug, he arrived in Afghanistan as a Mujahideen Wannable in 1989, too
late to fight the Soviet Union. He went back home to Jordan and remained a fringe figure in the international
violent ―Jihad‖ for much of the following decade. He returned to Afghanistan to set up a training camp for
terrorists and met Osama bin Laden in 1999, but chose not to join Al-Qaeda. Bobby Ghost (2014).
The fall of the Taliban in 2001 forced Zarqawi to flee to Iraq. There, his presence went largely un-
notified until the Bush administration used it as evidence that Al-Qaeda was in cahoots with Saddam Hussein. In
reality, though Zarqawi was a free agent looking to create his own terror organization. Shortly after the US-led
invasion of Iraq in 2003, he set up the forerunner to today’s Islamic state; Jama’ at al – Tawhidw’al – Jihad (the
party of monotheism and Jihad) which was made up mostly of non-Iraqis. (Ibid).
Although Zarqawi’s rhetoric was similar to bin Laden’s, his targets were quite different from the start.
Zarqawi directed his malevolence on fellow Muslims especially Iraq’s majority Shiite population. Bin Laden
and Al-Qaeda regarded the Shiites as heretics, but rarely targeted them for slaughter. Zarqawi’s intentions were
underlined with the bombing of the Imam Ali shrine in Najat, the holiest place of Shiite worship in Iraq. One
reason of targeting this tribe according to him is sheer convenience. The Shiites were easier targets because they
didn’t yet have the ability to fight back. But there was also a political calculation after Saddam was toppled,
Shiite politicians replaced the Sunnis who had long dominated power structures in Iraq. Zarqawi was counting
on Sunni resentment against the Shiites to build alliances and find safe haven for his groups.
Soon, however, Zarqawi started using his groups to sent dozens of suicide bombers to blow themselves
up in mosques, schools, cafes and markets usually in predominantly Shiite neighborhoods or towns. By 2004,
Zarqawi’s campaign of suicide bombings across Iraq had made him a superstar of the international Jihad
movement and won the endorsement of Bin Laden himself. Zarqawi now joined his group to Bin Laden’s
rebranding it al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI), (it is also sometimes called al-Qaeda in Mesopotamia, but don’t confuse
that with AQIM, which refers to the Algerian Franchise, al-Qaeda in the Maghreb). Thought this tactics of
killing innocent civilian by Zarqawi has been seriously condemned by other al-Qaeda groups but Zarqawi
ignores their chidings and continued in his merciless activities on the civilians mostly the Shiites.
Unfortunately, Zarqawi’s ambitions were cut short in June, 2006 when U.S Air Force dropped a pair of
500 pound bombs on his hide-out, 20 miles north of Baghdad. His death came just as the tide was turning
against AQI; many Sunni tribes, chafing at Zarqawi’s sharia rules had begun to fight back. The US military led
by General David Petraeus capitalized on this to finance and support an insurgency within an insurgence known
as the ―awakening‖. The death of Zarqawi did not stop the activities of this deadly group as his remaining
members still scout for avenues within the middle-east and beyond to perpetuate their brutal onslaughts. The
situation in Syria now gives this Zarqawi’s group safe haven to operate.
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X. Islamic State Of Iraq And Syria – A Threat To Global Peace And Security
The situation in Gaza and Israel is grim, but there is another situation that is pure evil and should have
our attention. ISIS has taken over large chunks of Syria and Iraq and is now holding weapons, armor, and
vehicles provided by the United States Army. ISIS has killed thousands of people in Iraq and Syria. Sadly, those
lives lost don’t get our attention because we are all busy watching Israel V Hamas. (ISIS) is a threat to every
Iraqi and Syrian but also the rest of us. Every Muslim and non-Muslim alike are targets for ISIS and their
followers. With control of so much land, oil and weapons, it is only a matter of time that ISIS goes global with
their battle plan.
Already ISIS has proclaimed that they and their leaders are the leaders of all the Muslims in the world.
That bold claim while widely brushed aside, is a serious one. An armed militant group that is hell-bent on
domination is feeling so confident that they have lay claim on every Muslim life and land in the world. Today, it
is in Syria and Iraq, tomorrow they will be sending fighters the world over to take what they think is theirs.
What is theirs? One of the mission statements of ISIS according to their founder Zarqawi is to be a caliph of all
Muslims in the world. They no longer feel content with alliance, but insist that his Iraqi Sunnis hosts submit to
his harsh interpretation of sharia law where women wear veils always, beheading of criminals, and the whole
nine yards of Islam. And those who resisted, even the prominent figures in the community, be executed. No
wonder ISIS made the bold claim that they are the head of all Muslim anywhere in the world.
This Islamic militant group has so far killed over 5,000 people including women and children while 1.2
million people have been driven from their homes. Let us compare that with the more popular war between
Israel vs. Hamas. In Gaza, close to 300 people have been killed. The entire world’s media is focused on Israel
and Gaza, all the social media and citizen action fronts are mobilizing to stop the bloodshed and rightly so. The
question remains, why have we been so silent while 5,500 people have perished in Iraq alone? We haven’t even
looked at the death toll from Syria. Israel and Hamas both have their axe to grind with each other and Israel will
agree to a truce again soon enough and Hamas eventually will be given in too. That war has an end that we can
see; there is a clear list of demands on both sides to end the violence too, however with the ISIS, there is not
such end to theirs, as can be seen in the shortest time. They are not asking for the lifting of a blockade or the end
to rocket strikes, they are looking to dominate the people and eliminate all that stand opposed to them. Essam
(2014).
ISIS is the biggest threat the middle-east has today. They have systematically terrorized civilian with
mass murders, sexual violence, kidnappings and even destruction of places of worship. They are not sending any
warnings, they are not giving an avenue for peace, it is either surrender to their will or be killed. The activities
of this group have become so worrisome that many Muslims had chided their activities and sad that ISIS do not
represent Islam. But rather they are drugged up militants getting high on murder, rape, and violence and must be
stopped. Many American Muslims are ashamed and deeply distraught over the fact that their weapons, vehicles
and other military equipment taken to Iraq and Syria in order to quell the disturbances there, had been used by
ISIS to carry out their attacks. Some have become afraid that speaking up against ISIS means that there will be a
target on their heads soon. They are afraid that this deadly group would bombard such ones with their hate
emails and comments which eventually constitute a big threat to them and their families. It is not easy to speak
up against a group that scary with no moral code. If the entire world did not speak up against this deadly group
now, those in Iraq and Syria are going to be destroyed and soon their sights will turn to the rest of others. As
likely as it may seem to take over so many countries, they have already managed to take over two countries.
They don’t need to take control for their presence to be felt, their terrorists tactics alone will change the way we
live unless we stop them now.
The recent attacks these groups launched in Kobani, a northern region in Syria bordering them with
Turkey shows that these groups wanted to encroach into Turkey and from there, they can penetrate into other
European territories and the rest of other countries and continents thereby making their bloody incursions a
global threat to peace and security in the entire world.
XI. Conclusion
From the foregoing, it can be observed that just like other terrorists group that came before ISIS,, the
menace of ISIS to world peace and security is very alarming. The ugly situation in Iraq and Syria have provided
a conducive environments for this deadly group who had vowed to convert everyone to Islam if possible. And
from their mission statement, they have asserted that any resistance in the achievement of their obnoxious goal
would be met with serious confrontational attack both in the two countries that they have dominated and
beyond. Just like other Islamic militant groups mentioned earlier, ISIS which so far is the newest, is sending
shock waves to the entire people of Iraq, Syria, Turkey and America which have been struggling to curtail the
excesses of this organization.
5. Islamic State of Iraq and Syria – A Threat to Global Peace and Security
DOI: 10.9790/487X-17134549 www.iosrjournals.org 49 | Page
With the awareness created via social media and the untireless efforts of the US and Turkey coupled
with their allies in Iraq and Syria, the nefarious activities of this deadly group we pray, might be curtailed before
they gain ground in most of the places they are showing interest.
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