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“Any organization or any individual that targets civilians and kills them for political agenda is a terrorist organization.” quote by Feisal Abdul Rauf
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“Any organization or any individual that targets civilians and kills them for political agenda is a terrorist organization.”

Feisal Abdul Rauf

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public remarks, 2005

Targeting civilians for political aims defines terrorism.

In simple terms: Killing civilians for politics is terrorism.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and condemn such actions.

Themes

terrorism politics human rights

Mood

serious concerned

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • conflict zones
  • policy debates
  • humanitarian law

Key Concepts

political violence civilian protection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we differentiate insurgency from terrorism?
  • What legal frameworks address this?
A Different Perspective

The definition may be contested by different legal systems.

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