Terrorism

Resources in this category:

America's War on Terrorism
http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/usterror.html

A service of the University of Michigan's Government Documents Center, this site is one of the most comprehensive sources for information regarding terrorism. Rated a USA Today "Hot Site," the site covers topics ranging from 9/11 and Homeland Security to the economic impact of terrorism, public opinion polls and press releases from other countries.

In Athena's Camp: Preparing for Conflict in the Information Age
http://www.rand.org/pubs/monograph_reports/MR880/index.html

New modes of war, terrorism, crime, and even radical activism are all these emerging from similar information-age dynamics? If so, what is the best preparation for responding to such modes?

Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Planning
http://www.bt.cdc.gov/

A collection of CDC information resources for the public, as well as laboratory & public health professionals, on preparing for and responding to terrorist threats of biological, chemical or radiological origin. Site topics include: Preparation & Planning, Emergency Response, Lab Information, Surveillance, News & Media Relations, Training, Resources/Links, Lab & Health Professionals, and FAQ.

House Committee on the Judiciary
http://judiciary.house.gov/

"A standing Committee on the Judiciary was established by the House of Representatives on June 3, 1813 to consider legislation relating to judicial proceedings. Since then, the scope of the committee’s concern has expanded to include not only civil and criminal judicial proceedings and Federal courts and judges, but also issues relating to bankruptcy, espionage, terrorism, the protection of civil liberties, constitutional amendments, immigration and naturalization, interstate compacts, claims against the United States, national penitentiaries, Presidential succession, antitrust law, revision and codification of the statutes of the United States, state and territorial boundary lines and patents, copyrights and trademarks, commerce from unlawful restraints and monopolies, state and territory boundary lines."

International Policy Institute for Counter-Terrorism
http://www.ict.org.il/

"The International Policy Institute seeks international cooperation in the global struggle against terrorism, paving the way for multilateral action against terrorist networks, benefactors, and states sponsoring terrorism." The Institute for Counter-Terrorism is "a research institute and think tank dedicated to developing innovative public policy solutions to international terrorism."

Jewish Virtual Library: Terrorism
http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/Terrorism/terror...

Part of a site dedicated to collecting information on Jewish history and current affairs, the terrorism section covers terrorist attacks in Israel and Palestine, as well as the United States and Middle East.

MIPT Terrorism Knowledge Base
http://www.tkb.org/Home.jsp

The MIPT (National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism) Terrorism Knowledge Base (TKB) is a one-stop resource for research on U.S. domestic and international terrorism appropriate for students, journalists and the general public. TKB provides information on terrorist incidents, terrorism-related court cases, terrorist groups and leaders, and international terrorist groups (searchable by country). TKB is funded through an office of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Terrorism Law and Policy
http://jurist.law.pitt.edu/terrorism.htm

A directory of resources on terrorists and anti-terrorist law.

Terrorism Research Center
http://www.terrorism.com/

"The Terrorism Research Center is dedicated to informing the public of the phenomena of terrorism and information warfare. This site features essays and thought pieces on current issues, as well as links to other terrorism documents, research and resources. Navigate the site by clicking on the area of interest."

Terrorism: Questions and Answers
http://cfrterrorism.org/home/

"If you’re bewildered by anthrax, Afghanistan, and a lot else that’s happened since September 11, join the crowd. Our aim is to help sort it all out for you—in a question-and-answer format that’s authoritative, easily understandable, and nonpartisan." A service of the Council on Foreign Relations.

U.S. Department of State: Counterterrorism Office
http://www.state.gov/s/ct/

This site covers the United States' policies on counterterrorism both in the States and abroad. Includes current events, press releases, and the archival site which existed prior to the Presidency of George W. Bush.

U.S. Department of State: Diplomacy and the Global Coalition against Terrorism
http://www.state.gov/coalition/

This site covers the work done outside the United States to fight terrorism. "The Department works closely with other agencies and organizations to shut down terrorist financial networks, provide humanitarian aid, and to investigate terrorist organizations and activities and bring terrorists to justice."

UNODC and Terrorism Preventiom
http://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/terrorism/index.html

This site outlines the role of the UN in global anti-terrorism actions. There are links to specific legislative measures and other organizations concerned with terrorism. There is also an informative list of partnerships of which UNODC is part.