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#060 - Firas Modad - How a Terrorist Became Syria’s President

The Peter McCormack Show

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Understanding the Islamic State and Its Ideological Foundations

This chapter explores the origins and ideological basis of the Islamic State, tracing its evolution from the Islamic State in Iraq to its expansion beyond Syria. It examines the group's internal grievances regarding the lack of support from the Muslim community for their caliphate aspirations, alongside public sentiment towards radical ideologies as reflected in Pew Surveys.

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