ISIS in Iraq: Where Did it Come From and Where is it Headed?

Bio:
Dr. Karl Kaltenthaler is Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Intelligence and Security Studies at the University of Akron. His research and teaching center on political violence, political psychology, public opinion and political behavior, countering violent extremism (CVE), and counterterrorism. His research has been published in several books, multiple book chapters, as well as articles in International Studies Quarterly, Political Science Quarterly, Studies in Conflict and Terrorism, as well as other several other journals. His latest book is titled: ISIS in Iraq: The Psychological and Social Foundations of Terror published with Oxford University Press.
Talk Title:
“ISIS in Iraq: Where Did it Come From and Where is it Headed?”
Talk Summary:
Iraq has been severely impacted by the presence of ISIS, causing lasting damage. It is important to understand the factors that enabled the group to garner significant societal backing in Iraq, allowing them to capture over one-third of the country’s territory. Additionally, what are the reasons behind the decline of ISIS’s support and how can we assess their current status? Considering the ongoing turmoil in Iraq, the question arises whether ISIS is prepared for a resurgence.
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Time: May 4, 2023 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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