7. Combatting Terrorism
The rise of non-state terrorist actors has prompted countries to intervene militarily beyond their borders. Following the September 11 attacks, the United States led interventions in Afghanistan to dismantle al-Qaeda and remove the Taliban from power. In Syria and Iraq, the U.S.-led coalition has conducted numerous operations against ISIS, aiming to degrade the group’s capabilities and prevent regional destabilization. These efforts underscore the global commitment to countering terrorism and maintaining international security (cfr.org).
