Al Qaeda vs. Islamic State
The ideological rift between Al Qaeda and Islamic State is rooted in their differing visions for the caliphate. While Al Qaeda envisions a future realization of this goal, Islamic State seeks immediate establishment. Additionally, Islamic State's broader approach to violence sets it apart, as it targets a wider range of enemies compared to Al Qaeda's more selective strategy.In this clip
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"ISIS Leader al-Mawla: Caliph. Scholar. Canary. Snitch." – with Daniel Milton, West Point CTC Director (Part 1 of 2)
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