Security in the 21st century: US and European responses to global terrorism

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The thesis explores the philosophical divide between the United States and Europe in the context of post-9/11 security strategies. It highlights how, despite initial unity, differing worldviews emerged, particularly regarding military intervention and the war on terror. The U.S. adopts a Hobbesian perspective, emphasizing military strength for security, while Europe leans towards a Kantian approach, advocating for peace through normative principles. This fundamental disagreement shapes their counterterrorism strategies and reflects deeper ideological differences rather than mere military capability disparities.