The Islamic State (Terrorist Organization) - RAND Corporation
WEBMay 31, 2022 · The Islamic State (Terrorist Organization) ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria), also known as ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant), is a Sunni jihadist group with a particularly violent ideology that calls itself a caliphate and claims religious authority over all Muslims. It was inspired by al Qaida but later publicly expelled from it.
When the Islamic State Comes to Town - RAND Corporation
WEBSep 13, 2017 · At its peak, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) controlled vast portions of territory in Iraq and Syria with several million inhabitants. ISIL's territorial ambition and desire to conduct state-like governance over this territory are integral to its global ideological appeal. By examining ISIL's impact on local economic activity in Iraq and Syria, this report seeks to assess the ...
Financial Futures of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant
WEBMar 29, 2017 · This report describes the likely evolution of Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant finances under three scenarios: a continuation of the current campaign, a negotiated settlement in Syria and political accommodation in Iraq, and military victory.
The Air War Against the Islamic State - RAND Corporation
WEBFeb 5, 2021 · Airpower played a pivotal role in the U.S.-led fight against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) from 2014 to 2019 and contributed to the success of Operation Inherent Resolve. This report sheds light on the impact of the air operations in Operation Inherent Resolve and whether airpower could have been applied differently to achieve ...
WEBThe Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has been described as the wealthiest terrorist group in history. From seizing control of banks to extortion to traficking oil and oil-related products, ISIL has developed diversified revenue streams.
When the Islamic State Comes to Town - RAND Corporation
WEBSep 13, 2017 · At its peak, the Islamic State, also known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or by the acronyms ISIL or ISIS, controlled vast portions of territory in Iraq and Syria. At times, ISIL was able to build a dense governing apparatus that helped maintain stable local commercial activity, particularly within its strategic capitals in Raqqah ...
Knowing the Enemy: Understanding the Islamic State and …
WEBMar 21, 2017 · In this Perspective, RAND researchers help identify threats to U.S. interests posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), propose a context in which ISIL should be judged (particularly ISIL's character and motivations, as well as key regional and global issues that frame the context), provide an initial framework for interpreting these data and insights, and outline a way ahead ...
Trends in the Draw of Americans to Foreign Terrorist …
WEBDec 18, 2018 · The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has been more successful than its predecessor organization, al Qaeda, in drawing Americans to its cause. Americans drawn to ISIL are more likely to be younger, less educated, Caucasian/white or African American/black, and to have been born in the United States.
WEB2016, controls considerable territory in Iraq and Syria and that claims over 30 global affiliates. This report presents research derived from a series of workshops and subject-matter expert elicitations on how to defeat the Islamic State in the heart of its so-called caliphate in Iraq and Syria.
WEBUnderstanding the Islamic State and Principles for Defeating It. Terrence K. Kelly, James Dobbins, Barbara Sude, and Ben Connable. purposes of this Perspective are to help identify threats to U.S. interests posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL),1 propose a context in which ISIL should be judged (particularly ISIL’s ...