Criminals go hi-tech
TERRORIST attacks happen every time a group of criminals want to actualize their political goals or convey certain messages to various countries. They usually break the peace in these countries, bomb public buildings and jeopardize national interests.
In the old times, the attacks were carried out within the scope of the country, so the security and intelligence units easily controlled the situation to determine the internal and external factors behind such acts.
Nowadays, the situation has gone out of control. Terrorism has become a tool for serving the interests of a few. Some countries have reached the point of ignoring terrorist acts if the target is a nation they consider an adversary.
Furthermore, the latest technological developments also changed the form of terrorism. Groups engaged in terrorist activities are now using satellite channels, blogs, social networking sites, smart phones and other advanced gadgets, which are not well-monitored by governments, to carry out their destructive plans.
Apart from this, some retired army or security personnel collaborate with their counterparts, not only in their country but also in other parts of the world, to use their vast military experience and training to establish companies specialized in illegal and undercover paid services to organize terrorist activities.
One cannot deny the fact that the first step towards countering terrorism is working together globally. This requires the active role of the United Nations (UN) to lay down the rules and regulations that will serve as a safety valve for the entire world, maintain peace and order, and protect the innocent.
Email: labeed.abdal@gmail.com
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By: Labeed Abdal Attorney-at-Law
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