Al-Qaida in Afghanistan

Informationen zum Autor Anne Stenersen is a Research Fellow at the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment's Terrorism Research Group. With an academic background rooted in Middle Eastern studies, Arabic and Russian, she has conducted research on militant Islamism, with a focus on CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear) terrorism, al-Qaida's use of the internet, and the Taliban insurgency. Klappentext This book presents an alternative narrative of al-Qaida's aims, goals and strategies prior to the events of 9/11. Zusammenfassung This book presents an alternative view of al-Qaida's role in Afghanistan! arguing that they were a cohesive organization with clear long-term goals and strategies. It will be of interest for scholars and academics in the fields of Afghan history and politics! Islamic fundamentalism! terrorism and international relations! as well as for a general readership. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Vanguards; 2. Training under pressure; 3. Return of the Sheikh; 4. The troublesome guest; 5. Training under the Taliban; 6. Taliban's policies towards the Arabs; 7. Frontline participation; 8. International terrorism; 9. Al-Qaida's dual strategy; Epilogue.

Product details

• Authors: Anne Stenersen, Stenersen Anne
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.08.2017
• EAN: 9781107075139
• ISBN: 978-1-107-07513-9
• No. of pages: 220
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > General, dictionaries; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; Afghanistan, RELIGION / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Constitutions, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Terrorism, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Islamic Studies, POLITICAL SCIENCE / World / Asian, 21st Century, Islamic Studies, 21st century, c 2000 to c 2100, Terrorism, armed struggle, Religious issues & debates, Constitution: government & the state, Relating to Islamic / Muslim people and groups, Constitution: government and the state, Social groups: religious groups and communities, Religious issues and debates