2016: Impact of Terrorism On International Relations

After the 9/11 debacle, the world and the global scenario has undergone severe transformations. In spite of being a small group of people, terrorists have completely changed lives across the globe. Whether it’s Asia, Europe, or America, terrorist groups pose major threats to people’s security and international relations.

Most importantly, terrorism has a devastating effect on world peace and foreign associations. When terrorist groups living in a particular country inflict attacks on another nation, feelings of hatred take birth. Collaboration and f Brotherhood completely get destroyed thus leading to political unrest.

Sufferings of the ‘common man’

When it comes to experiencing the ill-effects of terrorism, no one suffers like the common man. If you think about some of the typical aspects, you will get a clear idea of the hard-hitting reality of terrorism.

1. Job opportunities

Whether it’s a highly important business trip or job offers abroad, the first thing that comes to your mind is the security and safety. Both employers and employees find it imperative to look for ‘safe’ locations. While you won’t have to face any problem apparently, terrorist activities and undercurrents can turn your life into hell.

2. Vulnerabilities at airports

Fast-paced tech innovations have revolutionized numerous sectors and industry verticals. When it comes to security inspections and checking at Airports, you will come across some of the latest innovations and tech discoveries.

In spite of these discoveries and latest technologies, terrorists successfully breach security measures thus exposing your lives to dangers. Hijacking has become a common affair over the past few years, and there’s not much you can do about it.

3. Cyber vulnerabilities

The internet has reduced the world to a global village. Individuals living at distant locations have the opportunity to talk and spend time with each other. Terrorist groups across the world are using it to their advantage thus launching severe attacks on military and defense sectors. Confidential information also happens to be under constant threats.

With terrorist activities causing such serious vulnerabilities, the future seems to be quite dark for the entire world. Addressing the crucial gaps is quite important, and most of the countries are trying their best to do that.

Impacts on international relations

Globalization led to the exponential growth and development of international relations. From cultural exchanges and trade to foreign policies, globalization promotes collaboration in numerous sectors. Quite naturally, terrorist activities will give birth to disbelief, distrust, and apprehensions, thus affecting global peace and harmony in a negative manner. Some of the recent incidents will help you develop crystal clear ideas of the topic.

• If the instances in Europe are taken into account, 19th July was one of the most unfortunate incidents for Germans. A terrorist injured nearly 20 passengers in Würzburg. However, he was killed by the German police.
• The Ataturk airport in Istanbul was attacked by suicide bombers on 26th June causing the death of 36 passengers and injuring quite a few of them.

Parting thoughts

These figures and stats might look unimportant or not that massive like 9/11. However, they offer a glimpse into the real scenario. Terrorism will always have negative impacts on international relations which make it one of the worst enemies of humanity.