BBC - Who was behind the jihadist attacks on Europe and North America?

BBC ARTICLE

"More than 400 people have died in jihadist attacks in the West during the past three years. What can we learn, asks Dr Lorenzo Vidino.

Although the vast majority of Islamist attacks are elsewhere in the world, an unprecedented number in Europe and North America - more than 50 in total - have put the authorities under great pressure to prevent further deaths.

What do we know of the individuals who carried out the attacks - their life in the West, whether they were known to the authorities and with whom they were working?"

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www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-40000952

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CAB OPINION

Does the article actually tell us very much?

The conclusion of the article is this:
'There are huge implications for domestic and foreign policy throughout Western countries.

It is hoped that knowing more about the attacks and the people who carried them out will help us all have a more informed debate about what action is needed.'

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