Islamic State and the Coming Global Confrontation

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Focusing on the origins and structure of Islamic State (IS), the book delves into its military successes and recruitment tactics through social media. It traces IS's expansion from Iraq and Syria to 17 regional affiliates and sleeper cells in 60 countries, emphasizing the implications for Western military strategies. The author analyzes IS's adaptive military strategies, innovative funding methods, and local engagement efforts. Highlighting the tensions within the Western alliance, the book warns of an impending clash between democratic and Islamist forces, appealing to scholars and policymakers alike.