Rosja a terroryzm
Russia and terrorism

Summary/Abstract: The author in his article has undertaken the task of tracing the origin of the modern terrorism in Russia. In his opinion cultural—political, ideological and socio-political factors contributed to the development of terrorism in Russia. Among other factors stimulating the growth of terrorism one needs to mention religious- nationalistic motivations, especially those present on the territory of The Northern Caucasus, with the special stress put on the increasing influence of the religious factor. The paper presents a brief outline of the terrorist organizations active on the territory of Russia. The author has included basic statistical data and typology of the kinds of terrorist attacks which have occurred in Russia over the past six years. The article provides its readers with the opportunity to gather the information concerning the organization of the state system aiming at fighting against terrorism. In the conclusion of the article the author suggests that a close antiterrorist cooperation be created with Russia, which proves to be essential for the safety of such events as Euro 2012 – The European Football Cup, as well as for the safety of any future events.

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