What is Terrorism? (77)
Terrorism is a complex term with a long history and different meanings, depending on the context and who uses it. Here you’ll find articles that define terrorism and explain different facets of the term. Also on this page: glossaries of related terms and terrorist groups, and links to how other experts and international conventions define terrorism.
Being Prepared (9)
There’s a lot being done—and much that we can do—to safeguard us from the effects of a terrorist attack, as well as undue fear of one. These resources will help you take precautions at home, at work, and while traveling abroad, cope with fears about about an attack, and provide news and updates on first responder systems.
Origins / History (48)
Terrorism’s fascinating history is integral to the modern history of nations and states. Here, you’ll find articles and analyses that explain the origins of terrorist movements and groups, and put them in historical context.
Causes (12)
Why do some people commit terrorist acts? Personal psychology? Religious fervor? Ideological commitment? All of these reasons—and more—have been proposed. Use the articles and links here to develop and explore your own understanding.
Groups & Leaders (61)
What makes terrorist groups and terrorist leaders tick? Get current on the origins and history, beliefs, motives, and notable attacks of terrorist groups and leaders here. You’ll also find links to information to other groups and to catalogs and profiles on government agency and other organizations’ websites.
Global War on Terror (26)
Explore documents, analyses and commentary on the events of September 11, 2001, the decision to wage a war on terror, and the consequences of the war from military and diplomatic perspectives. Also, keep up with the most relevant web content on the war's human and economic costs.
Tactics & Training (21)
Find out more here about the clandestine operating tactics of terrorist groups: articles and links on terrorist recruitment, finance, propaganda and weapons selection.
Religious Extremism (19)
Religious and political identity require a delicate balancing in the 21st century. When mixed badly, the result can be religious extremism and violence. Terrorism and violent extremism in the name of religion--whether Islam, Judaism, Christianity, Sikh, Buddhist, Hindu or otherwise--are explored here.
U.S. Foreign Policy (68)
The United States has a constantly evolving set of policies and actions toward foreign terrorist groups, state sponsors of terrorism and states it suspects are developing weapons of mass destruction. Here find history and news of policies and military action related to Iraq, Afghanistan, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Iran, Syria, North Korea and Sudan.
Homeland Security (10)
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 created a new government agency entrusted with preventing terrorist attacks in the United States, reducing American vulnerability and assisting in recovery efforts. Secure your own knowledge about American safety with government documents and related sources on protecting targets, borders, transportation and cyberspace.
Issues & Trends (84)
Bookmark this page for background information and the latest debates on dealing with terrorism. You'll find analyses and links to sources civil liberties, human rights, domestic surveillance, terrorist finance and the environment. And on how the war on terror affects troop deployment, U.S. elections and anti-Americanism.
Counterterrorism (11)
As long as there have been terrorists, there have been efforts to stop them. These sources and analyses provide background on an evolving discipline, and keep you up to date on U.S. counterterrorism policies, intelligence and language capabilities, and counterterrorism technologies.
In Culture (14)
Terrorism's inherent drama has long fascinated writers and filmmakers. Plot your own foray into the topic of terrorism with news and reviews of books, films and television shows that cast terrorism in a leading role.
