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CONFLICTED

Bonus Content: Aimen gives evidence in Parliament

May 13, 2024
Aimen, a UK intelligence operative, gives evidence in Parliament on counter-terrorism, radicalization factors, digital recruitment methods, conflicts in the Middle East, and rehabilitation approaches for violent offenders. The discussion delves into Al-Qaeda's evolution, ISIS's tactics, and the complexities of alliances in the region, emphasizing the need for evidence-based policy-making and individualized rehabilitation strategies.
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  • Terrorist organizations adapt from global to local objectives through regional branches post-9/11.
  • Complex motivations like grievances and desire for redemption drive individuals to join jihadist groups.

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The Evolving Strategies of Terrorist Organizations post-9/11

Terrorist organizations like Al-Qaeda transitioned from analog to digital operations post-9/11, adapting their objectives from global to local scales based on regional branches established in different countries. Factors such as ungoverned spaces, chaos, and lack of central governments contribute to terrorist activities in regions like the Horn of Africa.

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