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ID145168
Title ProperDecapitation, disruption, and unintended consequences in counterterrorism
Other Title Informationlessons from Islamist terror networks in Spain
LanguageENG
AuthorZech, Steven T
Summary / Abstract (Note)This study examines the unintended consequences of decapitation strategies. Two Islamist terror networks in Spain have been used to critically evaluate theories of leadership removal guided by large-N cross-sectional research. Arguably, current models neglect to include relational variables that constitute the foundation for policies of network disruption. Spanish terror networks are mapped out over a 10-year period (1995–2004) to demonstrate the importance of network variables. Policies meant to disrupt militant networks can generate unintended consequences, as was the case with Spain’s Operation Dátil following the 9/11 attacks on the Twin Towers and the Pentagon in the United States. The Madrid train bombing network developed in the vacant political space following the counterterrorism operation that targeted radical Islamists in Spain.
`In' analytical NoteDefense and Security Analysis Vol. 32, No.2; Jul 2016: p.177-191
Journal SourceDefense and Security Analysis Vol: 32 No 2
Key WordsTerrorism ;  Counterterrorism ;  Spain ;  Network Analysis ;  Decapitation ;  Madrid Train Bombing


 
 
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