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 >
"Conventional" terrorism covers a wide range of terrorist crimes. Assassinations, kidnappings, car bomb explosions, and suicide bombings all fall under the umbrella of conventional terrorism. Airplane hijackings, where passengers were held hostage or killed until the terrorists' demands were met, were common during the 1970s and 1980s. The international community's refusal to negotiate with hijackers made airplane... 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 >
According to a 1969 United Nations report, chemical warfare agents are "substances, whether gaseous, liquid or solid, which might be employed because of their direct toxic effects on man, animals and plants." Agents used as chemical weapons can be volatile or persistent, lethal or incapacitating. Some act directly on the skin, lungs, and mucous membranes; others are absorbed into the body. Chemical weapons are... 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 >
Although terrorism is often seen as an international phenomenon, domestic terrorism occurs the world over. The United States has seen numerous acts of domestic terrorism, some more violent than others. The Weathermen The Weathermen (a.k.a the Weather Underground) were a radical left-wing group active in the early 1970s. During the last years of the Vietnam War they bombed university buildings, government... Read more >
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