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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