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This study explores the relationship between extremist propaganda and the process of radicalisation. Two theories of the radicalisation process are explored which include a linear approach and a non-linear approach. The Dabiq magazines published by ISIS were analysed qualitatively to understand the possible link between propaganda and radicalising future ISIS fighters. The findings found that the Dabiq magazines were in line with Sageman’s radicalisation process which is non-linear. All of the magazine issues contained various aspects that fit into the four stages of Sageman’s model which suggests that ISIS is attempting to radicalise future enlistments by using multiple methods within the Dabiq issues.

This study is based on the thesis that ensuring a favorable socio-political environment is one of the priority tasks of both society as a whole and law enforcement agencies of the state. The study is aimed at studying the situation of young people as the most vulnerable representatives of society in the face of dangerous ideological phenomena, unable to withstand these challenges.Aim. Identify measures that can counteract extremism and terrorism in the digital space among young people.Tasks. Consider the current legislation of the Russian Federation, on the basis of which educational and career guidance activities are carried out among the younger generation. To study the practice of applying measures aimed at countering extremism and terrorism. Evaluate the measures applied in practice and make suggestions for their improvement and updating.Methods. The current regulatory legal acts that are used in the implementation of educational programs to counter extremism and terrorism are analyzed. Career-oriented practices, programs of higher and additional education applied on the territory of the Russian Federation are also subject to consideration.Results. Within the framework of higher educational institutions, active work is carried out with students, which is expressed both in the preparation of scientific and pedagogical personnel for subsequent work with students, and information and discussion platforms are organized. Particular attention is paid to the work to involve students in practical activities in the framework of security.Conclusions. Information and educational work with young people in the framework of countering extremism and terrorism is carried out in sufficient volume. But the measures that can ensure the safety of the younger generation on the Internet are not sufficient, which it seems possible to make up for by creating and spreading the practices of cyber teams and involving students in working with digital platforms under the guidance of mentors from among the scientific and pedagogical staff of educational institutions.

This study explores the relationship between extremist propaganda and the process of radicalisation. Two theories of the radicalisation process are explored which include a linear approach and a non-linear approach. The Dabiq magazines published by ISIS were analysed qualitatively to understand the possible link between propaganda and radicalising future ISIS fighters. The findings found that the Dabiq magazines were in line with Sageman’s radicalisation process which is non-linear. All of the magazine issues contained various aspects that fit into the four stages of Sageman’s model which suggests that ISIS is attempting to radicalise future enlistments by using multiple methods within the Dabiq issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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India's unilateral action of seizing Kashmiri's identity on Israeli model, has set ablaze the peace and stability in the South Asian region. Kashmiris have been robbed of their autonomy by Indian Prime Minister Modi and his hawkish government. The unilateral action by the Indian side is unprecedented, and demonstrates Indian stubbornness towards its neighbours in particular and world in general besides ridiculing the international institutions responsible for peace and security such as the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Needless to remind, that Kashmir has been a bone of contention between Pakistan and India since their Independence in 1947. The Indian action of annexing Kashmir without taking into consideration sensitivities attached to it is likely to affect the contemporary world order, besides further strengthening realpolitik assumptions. The two neighbours, who are nuclear rivals, have already fought three full-fledged conventional wars over their tangent claims on Kashmiri territory, besides a limited war i.e. Kargil Conflict. If the Kashmir issue is not addressed in time, it may actualize yet another war between Pakistan and India which, if initiated, could spiral up into a 3rd World War having likely exchange of nuclear devices that might be the end of world due to the devastation attached. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The extent of support of extremist ideology is a major area of concern for both policy makers and academic researchers. Identifying the extent and correlates of a difficult to measure concept such as extremist ideology is often limited by the use of a single imperfect indicator. This paper outlines one approach, latent class analysis (LCA), to overcome this issue and uses the example of estimating support for such ideology in Pakistan. Using survey data from Pakistani men, the level of support is estimated using LCA employing several indicators related to extremism. The results suggest that although most Pakistanis are not supportive of extremist ideology, a substantively important portion of men are supportive. LCA also allows for class assignment, which is useful for understanding covariate relationships with the latent variable. Based on the results of the LCA, respondents are assigned to different classifications of extremist support, and a continuation-ratio logistic regression model is employed allowing for more covariates to be examined. The results suggest that there are a number of characteristics important in influencing support within this subset of the population. In particular, younger and less educated men are more likely to support extremism ideology. The results suggest a potentially useful methodology in understanding extremism, as well as a greater understanding of the problem of extremist support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper examines the American Presidential election through an examination of discussion threads on Stormfront, an online forum for people who self-identify as "White nationalists." The 2008 presidential election has historic implications since Barack Obama, an African American, is the Democratic nominee. The Republican candidate, John McCain, is no stranger to controversy and his nomination is closely scrutinized by Stormfront discussants along with that of Obama. The findings shed additional light on extremist attitudes about American politics and politicians and reveal a deepening ideological divide among a segment of our population that remains outside the political mainstream. These findings further illustrate the value of continued exploration of the Internet as an increasingly important forum for studying the discourse of marginalized groups such as White nationalists. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]