Lone-Wolf Terrorism
Lone-wolf terrorism refers to attacks carried out by individuals acting independently, often inspired by extremist ideologies without direct organisational control. The rise of online radicalization has made such attacks a significant internal security concern.
Nature of Lone-Wolf Terrorism
- Self-Radicalization Pathway: Individuals consume extremist content online and act without formal recruitment.
- Low-Cost, High-Impact Attacks: Use of easily available means (vehicles, knives, crude explosives).
- Hybrid Inspiration Model: Ideological influence from global terror groups without operational linkage.
Detection and Prevention Challenges
- Absence of Organisational Footprint: No communication trail or network makes intelligence gathering difficult.
- Encryption and Anonymity: Use of secure digital platforms ....
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