Terrorism

Terrorism

Terrorism has effects on our society, travel and tourism, human rights, and the global economy. Terrorism can be planned from a foreign country or home grown locally.

Factors that influence those involved are varying. People can be influenced by an act of a government or by an ideology of a local or foreign group. However, there are always signs, and all citizens worldwide should be alert for changes that could identify the planning of a terrorist attack. Some of the recognized signs are:

• Covert Surveillance — terrorists gather information about a potential target when planning an attack.
• Elicitation — using ordinary communications methods in order to gain sensitive information.
• Stockpiling — if you notice someone you know (or someone who comes into a store you frequent) is purchasing (or stealing) explosives, weapons, ammunition, or bomb-making materials, you could be witnessing a potential terrorist plot.