Understanding and Responding to the Terrorism Phenomenon: A Multi-dimensional Perspective

Understanding and Responding to the Terrorism Phenomenon: A Multi-dimensional Perspective
ISBN-10
1586037501
ISBN-13
9781586037505
Category
Political Science
Pages
431
Language
English
Published
2007-01-01
Publisher
IOS Press
Authors
Ozgur Nikbay, Suleyman Hancerli

Description

Since terrorism is a global issue, counter-terrorism studies are also a global issue which requires cooperation and collaboration of multi-dimensional groups. This publication includes the researches, experiences and perceptions of different parts of this cooperation and collaboration.

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