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Fragments of the Global Jihad

Fragments of the Global Jihad refer to various independent or loosely connected groups inspired by a broader extremist ideology aiming to establish a worldwide Islamic authority. These groups often operate in different countries, pursuing local or regional objectives rather than a coordinated global effort. Their activities include terrorist attacks, insurgencies, or propaganda, making them challenging to counter as they adapt to local contexts while sharing common ideological roots. Essentially, it’s a decentralized network of radical organizations driven by a shared aim of implementing their version of Islamic rule through violence and ideological influence.