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What does it mean?
Terrorism is not tied to any nation, and terrorists are not defined by nationality.
In plain terms
Terrorism has no country of origin.
What can you take from it?
Avoid linking terrorism to specific nations.

Where it applies

  • policy debates
  • media reporting

Putting it to work

  • objective analysis
  • inclusive security measures

Questions to consider

  • How can we address terrorism without national bias?
  • What are the risks of conflating terrorism with nationality?

Another view

Some groups may have regional bases.

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