Terrorists continue to adapt their methods and narratives to exploit global events, digital technology, and societal vulnerabilities. The EU Terrorism Situation and Trend Report (EU TE-SAT) 2024, published today by Europol, provides a detailed overview of the evolving terrorism landscape in the European Union in 2023.
In today’s changing world, terrorist actors are continuously adapting their narratives, outreach and activities in response to the most recent geopolitical and socioeconomic developments.
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