The Rise of ISIS and Non-State Actors
Investigate the emergence of ISIS and other non-state actors, and their impact on regional stability.
Key Questions
- Analyze the ideological and geopolitical factors that contributed to the rise of ISIS.
- Explain how non-state actors challenge traditional notions of warfare and sovereignty.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of international efforts to counter extremist groups.
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