Preparing to mitigate extremism and terrorism
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There has been a marked shift in the level of the threat, particularly far-right extremism, in recent years. Top experts gave Resilience First their assessments of the trends, the reasons and some advice.
The US warns that terrorist attacks have not gone away
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The US Department for Homeland Security has said it currently has 'no information indicating any active plotting is underway' but it is aware that both foreign and domestic extremist groups are looking to spread misinformation about the pandemic.
A time to review threat levels - a think-piece by Resilience First
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As the government is about to undertake a wide-ranging review of the UK's defence and security strategy, this assessment looks at the case for reviewing the national threat levels.
Another terrorist incident at London Bridge
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The Metropolitan Police has confirmed that the incident at London Bridge on 29 November was a terrorist incident. A suspect carrying a hoax explosive device was shot dead at the scene.
Terrorism threat level is reduced to 'Substantial'
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On 4 November the UK threat level from terrorism was reduced to Substantial - meaning an attack is likely.
What makes terrorist organisations resilient?
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The recent demise of the top IS leader leads to questions about it future and past success as a terrorist network.