Economic Causes of Terrorism

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What is one economic cause of terrorism related to poverty?

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Poverty is an economic cause of terrorism because individuals may join terrorist groups due to growing up in conditions of conflict, insecurity, and poverty, making them vulnerable to militant groups' promises and ideas.

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How does financial gain serve as an economic cause of terrorism?

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Financial gain causes terrorism as some terrorist organizations commit acts of terrorism to gain money or resources from attacked areas, and they can also make money by holding hostages for ransom.

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What example illustrates poverty as a cause of terrorism?

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In Somalia, many have grown up in conflict, insecurity, and poverty, making them vulnerable to militant group Al-Shabaab's promises and ideas.

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How do terrorist groups use ransom as a financial strategy?

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Terrorist groups, like Al Qaeda linked groups, collect tens of millions of dollars in ransoms by holding hostages.