Analysis of ISIS's Targeting of Russia

The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the recent attack in Moscow that killed at least 139 people. It was the country’s deadliest terrorist attack in more than a decade. Why did the Islamic State choose Russia as a target? And what does this mean for terrorism globally?

Counterterrorism analyst and regular FP contributor Colin P. Clarke shares his insights with Ravi Agrawal. Clarke also serves as a senior research fellow at the Soufan Center.

Suggested reading:

Lucas Webber, Riccardo Valle, and Colin P. Clarke: The Islamic State Has a New Target: Russia

Colin P. Clarke: Could Hamas Become a Global Threat?

Lynne O’Donnell: Al Qaeda Is Back—and Thriving—in Afghanistan

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