Gaining New “Terror”-tory: The Strategic Expansion of Al-Qaeda into Africa

Authors

Ashley Jenkins, College of the Holy CrossFollow

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Description

The op-ed discusses the expansion of Al-Qaeda's influence into Africa. Partnering with local extremist groups, such as JNIM and Al-Shabaab, Al-Qaeda seeks to recruit new members and undermine Africa's current democratic ambitions. The spread of extremist ideology poses a serious threat to U.S. national security and highlights the need for new counterterrorism strategies.

Publication Date

11-24-2024

Publisher

College of the Holy Cross

City

Worcester, MA

Keywords

Terrorism, national security, Al-Qaeda

Disciplines

Comparative Politics | Political Science | Terrorism Studies

Comments

Edited by Maia Nicolosi '27 and Dr. Marat Iliyasov

Recommended Citation

Jenkins, Ashley, "Gaining New “Terror”-tory: The Strategic Expansion of Al-Qaeda into Africa" (2024). Opinion Matters: Student Analyses of World News. 4.
https://crossworks.holycross.edu/pols_oped/4