2017.11.21
The definition of domestic terrorism emphasizes on geographical consistency of the venue, target, and perpetrators which are all from the same country. The United States Department of State defined terrorism in 2003 as "premeditated, politically motivated violence perpetrated against noncombatant targets by subnational groups or clandestine agents, usually intended to influence an audience." The radicalized perpetrators are always lone wolves, but bring heavy casualties because of surprise attacks. In addition, it is hard to discern perpetrators and take prevention.
The report discusses the causes of frequent domestic terrorism and provides countermeasures. It suggests that strengthening the monitoring of dubious groups, including suspicious individuals returning from overseas and domestic high-risk objects; paying attention to the Internet and social media. Furthermore, it is important to emphasis on domestic and international cooperation to solve transnational and transboundary terrorism.
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