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The Terrorism Index
A survey of foreign policy experts on U.S. security, foreign affairs, and America's place in the world.Other Global Terrorism Features
November 13, 2009
New York's 9/11 Trial Justice
Putting the 9/11 suspects on trial in New York is the right move, but seeking the death penalty would be a strategic error, writes Ken Gude.
July 22, 2009
Interactive Map: Leaders of Pakistan's Militant Groups
Interactive map shows the locations of Pakistan's militant leaders, gives information about their motivations and tactics, and shows where the Pakistani military is fighting them.
July 22, 2009
Faces of Pakistan's Militant Leaders
Militant commanders in Pakistan are often collectively referred to as “Taliban,” but they groups possess varied origins, motivations, tactics, and leadership. These profiles offer insight.
July 13, 2009
Yemen Threatens Regional Stability
Yemen is caught in a trap of instability that marginalizes the country and brings further instability; neighboring countries and the international community can no longer afford to ignore it.
June 9, 2009
An Important First Step in Actually Closing Guantánamo
The trial of a top Al Qaeda official in a U.S. court is a major step toward closing the prison camp at Guantánamo Bay, writes Ken Gude.
May 28, 2009
Timeline: Militants Zero in on the Government
Interactive timeline shows that yesterday’s attack on Pakistan’s Inter-Service Intelligence agency is another in a string of attacks by militants against the Pakistani government.
May 27, 2009
Video: Pakistan: Experts in the Field
Lawrence Korb, Brian Katulis, and Colin Cookman recently returned from a research trip to Pakistan, and this video chronicles what they found.
May 22, 2009
Back on Track to Close Guantánamo
President Barack Obama and former Vice President Dick Cheney outlined two very different approaches to Guantánamo yesterday, writes Ken Gude.
April 22, 2009
We Have Become Our Enemies
The more we learn about the Bush administration’s torture regime, the more outrageous and inexcusable it becomes, writes Ken Gude.
April 17, 2009
Opening up Bush's tortured logic
New memos reveal how the Bush administration approved torture. The world needs to know that America condemns it
March 26, 2009
Seven Reasons Why We Need to Engage in Afghanistan
A sustained effort in Afghanistan is crucial to keeping the United States and its allies safe and to restoring stability to the entire region.
March 6, 2009
Weekly Round Up: March 2 - 6, 2009
CAP provided analysis of equal rights events this week, produced an interactive map of air strikes in Pakistan, and continued its analysis of the recession.
March 5, 2009
Threats, Options, and Risks in Pakistan
U.S. Predator missile strikes in Pakistan have risen in the past year, writes Colin Cookman. But the question remains, how effective are they?
March 5, 2009
Interactive Map: U.S. Airstrikes in Pakistan on the Rise
Interactive map shows an increase in U.S. airstrikes in Pakistan, many of which have been targeted at key members of Al Qaeda.
January 13, 2009
The First Step Toward Closing Guantánamo
Announcing the closure of Guantánamo and establishing a process to empty the prison is just a first step, but it's the right first step, writes Ken Gude.
November 17, 2008
Partnership for Progress
Report from Caroline Wadhams, Brian Katulis, Lawrence J. Korb, and Colin Cookman offers a new strategy for prosperity and stability in Pakistan and the region.
September 12, 2008
Public Opinion Snapshot: What the Public Thinks on the Anniversary of 9/11
The public has lost hope that we’ll ever catch Bin Laden, and the majority now think that Iraq was a mistake, writes Ruy Teixeira.
September 11, 2008
Seven Years After 9/11
Caroline Wadhams discusses how global terrorism has changed since 9/11, the biggest threats facing the United States right now, and how to make America safer.
July 30, 2008
Crisis in Waiting
The warning signs are growing that Pakistan is probably the crisis that will test the leadership of the next administration, writes Brian Katulis.
May 5, 2008
What to Do About the Terrorist Safe Haven in Pakistan
What are the Federally Administered Tribal Areas? Why should we be concerned about them? And what can we do about them?
May 2, 2008
Another Clear Warning: State Department Report Shows Alarming Trend
Caroline Wadhams and Colin Cookman offer analysis of new State Department report that reiterates Al Qaeda and its affiliates are strengthening and expanding.
April 23, 2008
We Need a Plan for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas
Caroline Wadhams and Colin Cookman outline six strategic guideposts for addressing the Federally Administered Tribal Areas in Pakistan.
January 30, 2008
Shutter This Death Trap
December 27, 2007
Pakistan Front and Center: Bhutto Assassination Adds to Crisis
The political crisis was palpable when I left the country last week, writes Brian Katulis, but Bhutto's murder will require greater U.S. resolve.
December 10, 2007
40 Reasons to Reengage in Afghanistan
The mission in Afghanistan is in jeopardy, and we cannot afford to lose. The good news is that we can succeed if we reengage.
December 5, 2007
Return to a Proven Path: Established Systems Can Handle Terrorists
Hoffman and Gude argue that the criminal justice system can be used to try terrorists without undermining liberties or efforts to combat terrorism.
November 1, 2007
Cassandra’s Conundrum
October 22, 2007
Crib Sheet: "Islamofascism"
September 20, 2007
Insuring Against Terrorism
As long as the U.S. faces a significant threat from terrorist networks, we must ensure the economy is properly protected, says P.J. Crowley.
September 10, 2007
The Abandoned Front in the War on Terrorism
While conservatives have been focusing on Iraq, Al Qaeda and the Taliban have been rebuilding their capabilities in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
September 7, 2007
Key Questions on the White House Report and Petraeus-Crocker Testimony
Making sure the American public gets the full facts on Iraq when Gen. Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker present their case to Congress.
September 6, 2007
Interactive Map: Al Qaeda Attacks Around the World
The war in Iraq has distracted attention and diverted resources away from the fight against terrorism worldwide.
September 5, 2007
CAP Interviews John Feal, 9/11 First Responder and Founder of the FealGood Foundation
John Feal was a 9/11 first responder who has made it his mission to help other heroes in need of medical care and financial assistance.
August 20, 2007
The Terrorism Index
CAP and FOREIGN POLICY find that top security experts believe the world is becoming more dangerous for the U.S. and the American people.
August 7, 2007
Europe Confronts Islam
Reluctance to embrace the Muslim community in Western Europe threatens to alienate people who are key to curbing future terrorist attacks.
July 13, 2007
Public Opinion Snapshot: Public Understands the “War on Terror” Isn’t Working
The public understands what the CIA knows and the president won’t admit: we’re not winning the war against our terrorist enemies.
June 26, 2007
Habeas Corpus Extends to Gitmo
Bush may or may not close Gitmo, but Congress still needs to ensure anyone can challenge their confinement in court, says Ken Gude.
June 12, 2007
A Path to a Stable North Africa: Preventing Another Terror Haven
To prevent the region from becoming a breeding ground for terrorism, the U.S. should urge a resolution of the Western Sahara dispute.
June 7, 2007
One Small Step for Biosecurity: CAP Reform Proposal Bears Fruit
The Bush administration’s troubled BioShield program finds its feet thanks to change in financing terms promoted by CAP experts.
June 6, 2007
Toward A Stable Afghanistan: Economic Aid Long Overdue
A stable Afghanistan, inhospitable to terrorists as a safe haven, is within reach if Congress approves aid, says Caroline Wadhams.
April 30, 2007
How to Resolve the Iranian Nukes Crisis, In Just Three Steps
Confused about the Iranian nukes crisis? Here's an explanation of the situation and how CAP's experts think we should handle it.
March 21, 2007
Rethinking Our Strategy on Terrorism
Experts surveyed in the recent Terrorism Index overwhelmingly agree that the U.S. must shift its focus in the war on global terrorist networks.
March 20, 2007
The Energy Warp
Peter Ogden outlines a strategy for boosting our national security by reducing dependence on oil from unstable and hostile regimes.
March 19, 2007
Iraq By the Numbers
The U.S.-led invasion of Iraq began four years ago. Here's an assessment of what the war has cost us in lives, funds, and lost opportunities.
March 5, 2007
Lessons from the Somalia Bombing
February 27, 2007
Getting on the Security Train
P.J. Crowley says new legislation is a good first step, but better rail and chemical security must anticipate vulnerabilities and fix them now.
February 14, 2007
Assessing Our National Security
Reps. Reyes and Shays highlight findings of the new, nonpartisan survey of top foreign policy experts from CAP and FOREIGN POLICY.
February 13, 2007
The Terrorism Index
CAP and FOREIGN POLICY find that top security experts believe the world is becoming more dangerous for the U.S. and the American people.
January 18, 2007
Harboring Terrorists
Senior Policy Analyst Caroline Wadhams outlines an action plan for eliminating al-Qaeda’s power in the Middle East.
January 11, 2007