“ISLAMIC STATE” AS A NEW FORM OF INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM

Abstract

The purpose of the following article is to provide details regarding the foundation, expansion, ideology, strategy and mindset of the Islamic State. The article examines the current situation in Syria, a failed state, and Iraq. Furthermore, the complex geopolitical situation of the entire Middle East region, as well as, significant problems which ISIS poses worldwide have been discussed thoroughly. Finally, new areas of operation, possible threats, but also the whole new operational framework contemporary terrorist organizations or their affiliates may use, have been taken into consideration.