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Hierarchical And Tactical Phases In The Ideologies Of Terrorist Groups

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Sauter and Carafano (2012) states, “Ideologies of terrorist groups vary greatly, but their tactics and weapons are often similar” (p. 323). A terrorist organization is hierarchical and consist of a leader, operatives “illegals”, active supporters “legals”, and passive supporter “sympathizers” (Sauter and Carafano, 2012). Some terrorist may operate alone and carry out their own attacks (lone wolves). The tactical phases in a terrorist operation requires the following: First, the gathering of intelligence and coordination of reconnaissance exercises. Second, planning the operation by recruiting personnel with specialized skills. As a precaution measure to ensure none of the personnel are detected or observed by the enemy, surveillance and counter

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