Whether state sponsored, independent, international, or domestic, terrorism depends on surprise and shock. According to the FBI, terrorism is the "unlawful use of force or violence, committed by a group(s) of two or more individuals, against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives." The US... Read more >
Terrorist groups can be found in every country. Some are small enclaves of radicals committing relatively minor acts of domestic terrorism. Others, like the Islamic Jihad and Al Qaeda (the Bin Laden Network), are widespread and commit large-scale acts of domestic and international terrorism. Many of these terrorist groups, such as FARC, target political figures or entities, but there are almost always civilian... Read more >
Terrorism is an epidemic that plagues the world. Terrorists use surprise and our own fear in an attempt to achieve their own goals. They use weapons of mass destruction to send the message that they should be feared, but you can defend yourself. Imagine terrorism as a natural disaster. Like an earthquake or a tornado, terrorism requires preparation and knowledge. With proper preparation and staying... Read more >
Many of the basics of terrorism preparedness are the same sensible precautions that people take against natural disasters. As anyone who's lived through a hurricane, earthquake, or tornado can tell you, having the necessary supplies to be self-sufficient can save your life. Prepare Yourself for Delays On a day-to-day basis you'll notice that the threat of terrorism has caused delays. Airport security is... Read more >
The Egyptian Islamic Jihad The Egyptian Islamic Jihad (a.k.a. al-Jihad, Jihad Group, Vanguards of Conquest, Talaa' al-Fateh) is an Egyptian extremist group established in the late 1970s as an offshoot of the Muslim Brotherhood. Its goal is to replace the government with an Islamic State. Its attacks have focused on the assassination of high-ranking Egyptian government officials, including the 1981 assassination... Read more >
Government counter terrorism measures include increased airport security, economic sanctions, and military response to terrorist activity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in conjunction with other US federal health agencies, such as Health and Human Services, work hard to prepare for public health threats and emergencies due to terrorism. US Counter Terrorism Policy Make no... Read more >
Preparing for terrorism involves knowing what to do in an emergency and where you may be exposed to potential dangers. By examining who's at risk, you can begin to get an idea of what targets terrorists look for, and what behaviors and locations put people at risk. Preparing for a Building Explosion The World Trade Center bombing on September 11, 2001, was not the first time that the towers were subject to... Read more >
The Aum Shinrikyo The Aum Shinrikyo (Aum, Aum Supreme Truth, Aleph) is a doomsday cult established in 1987 by Shoko Asahara with the goal of taking over Japan and then the world. The Aum came to the world's public eye on March 20, 1995 in their coordinated sarin nerve gas attack on Tokyo subway trains, which killed twelve people and injured thousands more. Two months later, Asahara was arrested on suspicion that... Read more >
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