Al-Qaeda and Islamism. A new terrorism?

The paper explores the concept of "New Terrorism" that emerged after the September 11 attacks, highlighting the unprecedented scale and nature of modern terrorist threats. It examines the implications of this term within the context of international politics, particularly focusing on security and conflict studies. The analysis stems from a course at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth, emphasizing the evolving landscape of terrorism and its impact on global security dynamics.