Creating Quote by Ike Skelton
“The insurgents are Baathists and Sunnis in Iraq who have as their goal a separate and distinct one of toppling the government that is there and creating their own.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Iraq Conflict Analysis, 2005
Describes Baathist and Sunni insurgents aiming to overthrow the existing government and establish their own rule.
In simple terms: Insurgents seek to topple current government.
Understand insurgent motivations and goals.
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Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- military strategy
- humanitarian aid
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives insurgent groups?
- How can stability be restored?
Complex motives may be oversimplified.