The Emergence and Impacts of Islamic Radicalists

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• SAUDI ARABIA'S WAHHABISM
  • Wahabism: The Core Ideology Of Saudi Arabia
  • The Tawhid Philosophy
  • The Driving Force of Radicalism
  • Radical Movements in Saudi Arabia
  • The Shia Revolts and Juhayman al- Utaybi
  • Regional Salafism and the Emergence of Al-Qaeda
  • Enhanced Islamist Activism during the Gulf War I
  • Opposition from the Awakening Preachers
  • The Rise of Young Islamist Professionals
• DRAMATIC CHANGES IN THE ARAB WORLD
  • Principal Basis of Individual and Group Identity
  • The Vast Growth of Radical Islam
  • Alliances and Divisions
• AL-QAEDA'S EAST AFRICA NETWORKS
  • The Formative Years of Islamic Radicalism in Yemen
    • Terrorism and Islamic Radicalism
    • Curtailing State Capacity
    • Current Situation in Yemen
    • The U.S. Foreign Policy and Relations with Yemen
  • Terrorism and Radical Groups in Sudan
    • The Bin Laden -Al-Turabi Alliance
    • The Humanitarian Crisis and Genocide in Darfur
    • U.S. Policy toward Sudan
  • Terrorism and Radical Groups in Somalia
    • AL Qaeda and Al Itad Al Islamia Networks
    • US Foreign Policy toward Somalia
  • Terrorism and Radical Groups in Eritrea
    • Response by the Government
    • U.S. Policy toward Eritrea
  • Al-Qaeda Operations in Weak African States
    • Corruption and Weak Law Enforcement in East Africa
    • Trans-national Terrorism In Kenya
• AL-QAEDA NORTH WEST AFRICAN AXIS
  • The New Terrorism Axis in the Sahel Region
    • Al Qaeda-GSPC Networks
    • GSPC and Europeans of North African origin
    • Fundraising and Recruitment through Crimes
    • Iraq-North Africa Terror Axis
    • Massive Challenges to the Regimes
• INTER-CONTINENTAL JIHADI STRATEGIES
  • WMD Productions in Failed, Corrupted and Rouge States?
    • The Sout-East Asia Axis
    • Al Qaeda's Desire to Produce WMD in Pakistan
    • Misusing Frustrated Russian Scientists and Rogue States
• US-DEMOCRATIZATION EFFORTS – A DREAM?
  • The Reality and Practices
  • The Strategy of Legalizing Islamic Parties
  • Recent Experiences
• THE EMERGENCE OF MODERN TERRORISM AT SEA
  • The Background
    • Somali Piracy at the Horn of Africa
    • The Piracy Profile of Somalia
    • Somali Pirates and their Tactics
    • The Economy and Profitability of Piracy
    • Financing Islamic Radicalism through a Ransom
  • The Global Economic Costs of Piracy
    • Recent Developments
    • Global Response
    • Global Agenda on Piracy
    • Millions of Dollars Rain for Somali Pirates
    • China sends Special Forces to fight Somali Piracy
    • Pursuing Somali Pirates on Land

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This book explores the emergence and impacts of Islamic radicalism, specifically focusing on the role of Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia and the spread of Al-Qaeda's networks in East Africa and North Africa. The work investigates the evolution of Islamic radicalism, its connection to political and social factors, and its influence on various regions.

• The rise and influence of Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia
• The expansion of Al-Qaeda's networks and strategies across East Africa and North Africa
• The connection between terrorism and political instability in various regions
• The role of international relations and foreign policies in shaping the landscape of Islamic radicalism
• The emerging threat of modern terrorism at sea

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter I: Saudi Arabia's Wahhabism: This chapter examines the origins and influence of Wahhabism, the dominant ideology in Saudi Arabia, highlighting its conservative views and its role in shaping the country's political and social landscape. It explores the relationship between Wahhabism and Islamic radicalism, including the rise of radical movements within Saudi Arabia and the emergence of Al-Qaeda.
• Chapter II: Dramatic Changes in the Arab World: This chapter examines the impact of Islamic radicalism on the Arab world, particularly focusing on the growth of radical groups, the emergence of alliances and divisions, and the influence of radical ideologies on individual and group identities.
• Chapter III: Al-Qaeda's East Africa Networks: This chapter investigates the presence and activities of Al-Qaeda and affiliated groups in East Africa, specifically in Yemen, Sudan, Somalia, and Eritrea. It examines the factors contributing to the spread of Islamic radicalism in these countries, including political instability, corruption, and the exploitation of weak law enforcement.
• Chapter IV: Al-Qaeda North West African Axis: This chapter focuses on the establishment of a new terrorism axis in the Sahel region, highlighting the activities of Al-Qaeda networks in this area and their connection to Europe. The chapter examines the challenges posed by these groups to the local regimes and the strategies employed for fundraising and recruitment.
• Chapter V: Inter-Continental Jihadi Strategies: This chapter delves into the global ambitions of Islamic radical groups, particularly focusing on their pursuit of weapons of mass destruction. It examines the potential for Al-Qaeda to acquire WMD through collaborations with rogue states and the misuse of scientists in failed states.
• Chapter VI: US-Democratization Efforts – A Dream?: This chapter explores the challenges and limitations of US-led democratization efforts in the Arab world. It analyzes the effectiveness of strategies aimed at promoting democracy and reducing terrorism, highlighting the complexities and unintended consequences of such interventions.
• Chapter VII: The Emergence of Modern Terrorism at Sea: This chapter examines the rise of modern terrorism at sea, particularly focusing on the phenomenon of Somali piracy. It explores the economic motivations behind piracy, the tactics employed by Somali pirates, and the implications of piracy for financing Islamic radicalism.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This book delves into the complex themes of Islamic radicalism, Wahhabism, Al-Qaeda, terrorism, political instability, international relations, foreign policy, and the emergence of modern terrorism at sea. It highlights the interplay of these factors in shaping the global landscape of Islamic radicalism.