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This book provides a sophisticated sociological lens on how victims of conflict participate in peacebuilding through everyday reasoning and actions. Drawing on rich, qualitative research from Northern Ireland, South Africa, and Sri Lanka, it bridges a critical gap between international relations theory and sociological understandings of peace proce...

This book presents a critical examination of how the International Criminal Court (ICC) interventions have affected peace processes in Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, and Uganda. By focusing on the balance between international justice and national reconciliation, it offers valuable insights into whether judicial accountability aids or complicates peacebu...

This book offers a critical examination of the challenges in peacebuilding and reconciliation within culturally diverse societies, using South Africa as a central case study. By addressing the clash of worldviews and the need for culturally embedded peace processes, it contributes significantly to understanding how sustainable peace can be achieved...

This book is highly relevant for a repository focusing on peace, counterterrorism, insurgency, rehabilitation, and post-conflict studies. It offers a detailed examination of insurgency dynamics and peacebuilding strategies in Nigeria's oil region, particularly highlighting processes such as disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR)....

This book presents a comprehensive narrative of the Taliban's rise, fall, resurgence, and consolidation from 1994 to 2021. It examines the internal dynamics of the Taliban, its governance models, its insurgency strategies against U.S.-led forces, and the broader regional and international implications. The detailed coverage of extremist politi...

This study offers an in-depth analysis of the unconventional counter-insurgency operations conducted by U.S. Special Forces in Afghanistan following the September 11 attacks. It provides valuable insights into insurgency dynamics, irregular warfare strategies, and challenges in post-conflict stabilization efforts. Its strong focus on counterterrori...

This publication serves as a visual reference focused on the tactical and technological aspects of U.S. Army vehicles deployed during the Iraq insurgency. While it offers contextual support for understanding operational environments in conflict zones, its limited analytical or theoretical engagement with themes such as terrorism, radicalization, re...

This book provides a focused analysis of the Khawarij, one of the earliest and most radical sects in Islamic history. Emerging during the first century of Islam, the Khawarij were known for their militant ideology, extreme moral rigidity, and their practice of excommunicating Muslims (takfir) whom they considered sinful or impious. The author, Abba...

This concise academic study investigates the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and its long-standing insurgency against the Turkish state. Since 1984, the PKK has engaged in irregular warfare—part insurgency, part political struggle—rooted in Kurdish nationalist aspirations. Spyridon Plakoudas combines strategic theory with qualitative case a...

Hybrid Warfare explores the rapidly evolving nature of conflict where traditional military strategies are blended with irregular tactics, cyber operations, misinformation, covert diplomacy, and foreign political interference. The book aims to help security practitioners and scholars understand this hybrid threat landscape and develop effective coun...

This volume explores how traditional legal frameworks for warfare—such as the Hague Rules and Geneva Conventions—are increasingly inadequate in the face of modern asymmetric warfare. Edited by William C. Banks, a noted expert in national security and constitutional law, the book brings together leading voices on the laws of armed conflict, focu...

This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the 1999 Kargil conflict—a critical episode in South Asian history where two nuclear-armed states, India and Pakistan, faced off in a localized yet high-stakes military clash. The volume explores the causes, operational details, and consequences of the conflict, drawing on firsthand interviews and ac...

This edited volume brings together policy experts and scholars to explore how nonmilitary strategies—collectively termed soft power—can be used to counter the root causes and appeal of terrorism. Drawing on Joseph Nye's theory of soft power, the book addresses four main themes: (1) the role of failing and failed states as breeding grounds ...

Organized Crime and Terrorist Networks, edited by Vincenzo Ruggiero, explores the intricate connections between organized criminal syndicates and terrorist groups. Based on the findings of the TAKEDOWN project—a multidisciplinary, multinational initiative funded by the European Commission under Horizon 2020—this volume provides a systematic ana...

From Pablo to Osama" provides a comparative study of the methods and evolution of Colombian drug-smuggling enterprises and terrorist networks, specifically focusing on organizations like al-Qaeda. The book explores how these illicit enterprises and extremist groups adapt and evolve, making them increasingly difficult to dismantle. Michael Kenn...

Gaming and Extremism offers the first comprehensive overview of how video games and adjacent digital spaces are being exploited by extremist groups for radicalization, recruitment, propaganda dissemination, and mobilization. Edited by Linda Schlegel and Rachel Kowert, the book presents insights from leading experts across disciplines to uncover how...

This book explores the multifaceted nature of radicalization and its linkages to diverse forms of political violence. Through both theoretical advancements and empirically rich case studies, the authors challenge linear or oversimplified models of radicalization. They emphasize contextual, psychological, and sociopolitical drivers that vary across ...

This volume investigates the emergence and evolution of Islamic radicalization in the Balkans following the fall of communism. Drawing from a multidisciplinary framework, the editors compile case studies and regional analyses that trace how external ideologies—particularly Salafism and Wahhabism—penetrated Balkan Muslim communities. The book ch...

Julie Chernov Hwang’s Becoming Jihadis explores the nuanced and deeply social process of radicalization in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and the Philippines. Drawing from 175 interviews over nearly a decade, the book challenges simplistic ideological explanations and instead emphasizes the pivotal role of personal relationships, emoti...

Simon Cottee’s Watching Murder delves into the disturbing phenomenon of jihadi execution videos—particularly those created by ISIS—and investigates both the production and consumption of such content. It interrogates the motives of viewers, the psychological and social impact of repeatedly viewing extreme violence, and the broader cultural an...

Think Like a Terrorist to Combat Terrorism and Radicalization in Prison combines frontline correctional experience and academic research to tackle the growing challenge of terrorism-related radicalization within prison environments. The authors, William P. Sturgeon and Francesca Spina, offer comprehensive strategies for detecting, preventing, and m...

This policy brief by Anna Kruglova, published by the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism, delves into the mechanisms through which conspiracy theories, particularly those propagated by QAnon, can lead to radicalisation and mobilisation towards violence. The brief examines the narratives and propaganda techniques employed by QAnon to recruit ...

This conceptual framework by Hedayah offers a practitioner-oriented model that synthesizes various theories of radicalization into a usable structure for CVE programming. It categorizes factors into “push” (e.g., marginalization, repression), “pull” (e.g., group identity, ideological appeal), and “individual vulnerabilities” (e.g., trau...

This policy paper, published by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, provides a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted factors contributing to radicalisation and violent extremism. It categorises these factors into three analytical levels: • Micro-level: Individual factors such as personal grieva...

This study explores the developmental pathways leading to conspiracy mentality and violent extremism. Utilizing data from the Zurich Project on the Social Development from Childhood to Adulthood (z-proso), the authors identify distinct trajectories characterized by factors such as bullying victimization, emotional distress, and levels of trust. The...

Gabriel Rubin's "Migration and Radicalization: Global Futures" delves into the intricate relationship between migration and terrorism. The book examines how migrants and terrorists are often perceived as "Others" within societies, leading to marginalization and potential radicalization. Rubin explores the consequences of un...

This book offers an in-depth study of personal accounts of individuals who have entered, participated in, and ultimately exited the neo-Nazi movement, focusing on advanced Western states. Through detailed narratives of the movement’s violence, hatred, and ideology, coupled with the individuals’ life plans and dreams when entering the movement a...

Drumbeat by John Martino investigates how young individuals are drawn into violent ideologies through the strategic use of new media. It discusses the dual processes of radicalization (primarily by non-state actors such as terrorist organizations) and militarization (carried out by state apparatuses) as public pedagogical tools that normalize war a...

Weaponized Words by Kurt Braddock presents a groundbreaking examination of how terrorist organizations strategically use persuasive communication to radicalize individuals. Rooted in empirical research and classical persuasion theory, the book explores how extremists utilize digital channels such as YouTube, forums, websites, and social media to in...

The Dynamics of Radicalization offers an in-depth analysis of how and when social movements transition from nonviolent to violent actions. The authors move beyond traditional explanations that focus on motivations or ideologies, instead proposing a relational framework that emphasizes the interactions between movement actors, their political enviro...

The Psychology of Radicalization and Terrorism provides a comprehensive analysis of the psychological and social processes that lead individuals and groups toward radicalization and, in some cases, terrorism. The authors, both esteemed social psychologists, employ a systematic framework to dissect the interplay of individual, cultural, and group-le...

Fighting for Our Place in the Sun examines Malcolm X's role not only as a radical political figure but also as an educator and mentor. Richard D. Benson II explores the lesser-known aspects of Malcolm X's educational philosophy and its profound influence on the Black student movement between 1960 and 1973. The book traces how Malcolm X�...

Dynamics of Political Violence offers a comprehensive examination of how political violence emerges and evolves within the context of contentious politics. The editors and contributors adopt a process-oriented perspective, emphasizing the dynamic and interactive nature of radicalization and escalation.The volume is structured to explore various emp...

Biographies of Radicalization: Hidden Messages of Social Change delves into the personal narratives of individuals in Sub-Saharan Africa who have undergone radicalization. Edited by Mirjam de Bruijn, the volume presents a collection of biographical accounts that shed light on the complex interplay between individual experiences and broader socio-po...

In Prisoner Radicalization and Terrorism Detention Policy, Tinka M. Veldhuis critically examines the foundations of policies aimed at managing violent extremist offenders within prison systems. The book interrogates whether such policies are grounded in empirical evidence or driven by institutionalized fear. veldhuis explores the rationale behin...

Anneli Botha's book offers an in-depth analysis of radicalization processes in Kenya and Uganda through the lens of political socialization. Drawing from 285 interviews with individuals associated with extremist groups—al-Shabaab and MRC in Kenya, and LRA and ADF in Uganda—the study investigates how personal backgrounds, family, education,...

Mark S. Hamm's The Spectacular Few provides an in-depth analysis of how prisons can become breeding grounds for radicalization leading to terrorism. Drawing from a wide range of sources—including historical case studies, a database of radicalization cases, and interviews with intelligence officers and prisoners—the book examines the proces...

Terrorist Ideology and the Implications of Radicalization by Saul P. Feldstein offers an in-depth exploration of the ideological underpinnings that drive individuals toward terrorism, especially within the U.S. context. The book dissects the processes of radicalization, emphasizing psychological, sociological, and political drivers behind extremist...

This research paper by John Heathershaw and David W. Montgomery critically challenges the dominant narrative surrounding Muslim radicalization in Central Asia post-USSR. It argues that the prevailing view, which sees Islamic revivalism as a breeding ground for extremism, is largely a constructed myth rather than an empirically grounded reality. Dra...

This analytical research paper critically examines the 2007 NYPD report titled Radicalization in the West: The Homegrown Threat, authored by Mitchell D. Silber and Arvin Bhatt. The NYPD report posits that adherence to Salafi Islam is a potential indicator of radicalization leading to terrorism. SalafiManhaj's paper challenges this assertion, a...

This 12-page lexicon was developed to standardize terminology used in DHS analyses of domestic, non-Islamic extremist threats within the United States. (Intelligence Resource Program) It provides clear definitions for groups and concepts—such as “aboveground,” “anarchist extremists,” and “homegrown violent extremist”—derived from op...

East investigates how John Toland, a formative English Enlightenment thinker, strategically edited Cicero’s texts to advance radical republican and deist ideas, thereby reshaping early modern political discourse. She traces Toland’s use of Ciceronian rhetoric and translations to challenge monarchical authority and promote emergent notions of in...

In this article, Jonas Pontusson examines the trajectory of Swedish Social Democracy, focusing on the period from the 1960s to the 1980s. He analyzes the rise and subsequent decline of the wage-earner funds proposal, a significant attempt by the Swedish labor movement to democratize economic decision-making. Pontusson argues that while the labor mo...

Carolin Görzig and Khaled Al-Hashimi's Radicalization in Western Europe investigates the paradox wherein increased integration efforts have coincided with heightened radicalization among Muslim populations in Western Europe. Through extensive field research in the UK, the Netherlands, Germany, and France, the authors explore why second and th...

Location of Incident Discussed: Mastung, Balochistan, Pakistan Ideological Alignment: Pro-ISIS (ISKP), Anti-Taliban, Anti-Pakistan State, Anti-Western Document Purpose: Propaganda and ideological reinforcement; rebuttal of accusations against ISKP and clarification of its actions and positions 📝 Executive Summary This document, titled ...

مقصد: عوامی رائے کو متاثر کرنا، میڈیا بیانیہ کی تردید یہ کتابچہ "مستونگ کا سانحہ اور کفار کا دسیسہ" اسلامی ریاست خراسان (ISKP) کے ایک حملے کے دفاع میں تحریر کیا گیا ہے۔ اس میں مستونگ میں بلوچ ...

Location of Incident Discussed: Mastung, Balochistan, Pakistan Ideological Alignment: Pro-ISIS (ISKP), Anti-Taliban, Anti-Pakistan State, Anti-Western Document Purpose: Propaganda and ideological reinforcement; rebuttal of accusations against ISKP and clarification of its actions and positions 📝 Executive Summary This document, titled ...

نوعیت: ماہانہ جہادی میگزین، پراپیگنڈہ مواد "نوائے غزوۂ ہند" کا اپریل/مئی 2025 شمارہ القاعدہ برصغیر (AQIS) کی طرف سے جاری کردہ اردو زبان میں ایک ماہانہ مجلہ ہے۔ یہ شمارہ مسلمان نوجوانوں کو عسک�...

Target Audience: Radicalized Urdu-speaking youth across South Asia, particularly India and Pakistan Contact: editor@nghmag.com Social Links: Twitter clone: https://www.nawai.io/Twitter Bot & RSS links also listed in metadata 📝 Executive Summary This document is the April–May 2025 issue of the Urdu-language magazine “Nawai...

This document is the April–May 2025 issue of the Urdu-language magazine “Nawai Gazwa-e-Hind,” an ideological publication affiliated with Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS). It contains a collection of articles, statements, ideological discourses, poetry, and religious commentary aimed at mobilizing support for armed jihad in the In...