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Led by the Transnational Threats Project, the International Security Program, Defending Democratic Institutions, and the Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy, CSIS provides strategic thinking on the range of efforts to counter terrorist groups and their methods across the world.

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The Jacksonville Shooting

The recent shooting in Jacksonville shows how deadly white supremacist violence remains and why both resourcing and politics must change, writes CSIS's Daniel Byman.

Critical Questions by Daniel Byman — August 29, 2023

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Senior Vice President; Harold Brown Chair; and Director, International Security Program

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Who Are Antifa, and Are They a Threat?

On May 31, President Trump announced he would designate Antifa as a terrorist organization. Antifa refers to a decentralized network of far-left militants that oppose fascists and racists, and CSIS data shows Antifa pose a relatively small threat in the United States.

Critical Questions by Seth G. Jones — June 4, 2020

Moscow’s War in Syria

The Transnational Threats Project assesses Russia's military and diplomatic campaign in Syria, the largest and most significant Russian out-of-area operation since the end of the Cold War.

Report by Seth G. Jones Danika Newlee Edmund Xavier Loughran Jason Gresh Brian Katz and Nicholas Harrington — May 12, 2020

The Right-wing Terrorism Threat in Europe

There has been growing alarm in Europe about a rise in right-wing terrorism, highlighted by recent attacks in Germany. CSIS's Transnational Threats Project assesses the threat that right-wing terrorists pose to Europe, in comparison to other types of terrorism.

Report by Seth G. Jones Catrina Doxsee and Nicholas Harrington — March 24, 2020

Signposts of Struggle: Iran’s Enduring Protest Movement

Though the death of Qasem Soleimani inspired Iranian nationalism in the short term, protests against the regime continue and will likely pose a long-term challenge to Iran’s domestic stability—especially if they become more centralized or inspire security force defections.

Brief by Seth G. Jones Joseph S. Bermudez Jr. and Danika Newlee — January 24, 2020

A Conversation with Ambassador Ali Siddiqui

Please join us on November 20th for an armchair discussion with Ambassador Siddiqui to discuss the potential of an expanded U.S.-Pakistan relationship.

Event — November 20, 2019

Iran’s Protests and the Threat to Domestic Stability

As protests spread throughout Middle Eastern countries like Iraq and Lebanon, Iran also faces widespread protests from individuals upset about deteriorating economic conditions, poor governance, corruption, and environmental issues.

Brief by Seth G. Jones and Danika Newlee — November 8, 2019

The Truth of the Matter

The Islamic State's Next Wave

Seth Jones discusses the U.S. raid on Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.

Podcast Episode by Bob Schieffer H. Andrew Schwartz and Seth G. Jones — November 5, 2019

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