The Arab World after 9/11 and the US Democratization Efforts

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• I. The Muslim World after 9/11 -The Middle East
  • I.1. Terrorism in the North West African Regions
  • I.2. The New Terrorism in the Sahel Region
  • I.3. Al Qaeda-GSPC Alliance
  • I.4. Fundraising through Crimes
  • I.5. GSPC and Al-Qaeda International Networks
• II. US democratization Efforts in the Islamic World

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This text aims to examine the dynamics that are driving changes in the political-religious landscape of the Muslim world, providing a general overview of events and recent trends in Islamic militias, which are most likely to affect US interests and global security. The text will particularly focus on the impact of the 9/11 attacks on the Muslim world, including the rise of Islamic extremism and the role of the US in promoting democratization in the region.

• The impact of the 9/11 attacks on the Muslim world
• The rise of Islamic extremism and terrorism
• The role of the US in promoting democratization in the Muslim world
• The complexities of sectarian tensions within Islam
• The role of tribal politics in the Muslim world

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The first chapter explores the changing political-religious landscape of the Muslim world post-9/11, particularly focusing on the dynamics in the Middle East. It examines the rise of terrorism in North West Africa, the Sahel region, and the alliances formed between groups like Al-Qaeda and GSPC. The chapter also discusses the financing of extremist groups through criminal activities and the role of international networks.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Key terms and concepts addressed in this text include: Islamic extremism, terrorism, democratization efforts, sectarian tensions, tribal politics, US foreign policy, the Middle East, Al-Qaeda, GSPC, and the Muslim world.