Acts of violence or destruction committed by individuals or groups with political or ideological motivations aiming to create fear among a population or government. These attacks often target civilians or non-combatants.
Related terms
Extremism: Advocating for radical views that go against mainstream beliefs through violent means if necessary.
Counterterrorism: Actions taken by governments to prevent, respond to, and mitigate terrorist activities within their borders.
Ideology: A set of beliefs or ideas that form the basis for someone's actions or policies. In this context, it refers to the extreme views held by terrorists that justify their violent acts.