The Haqqani Nexus and the Evolution of al-Qaida

Abstract

This report also provides insights into the strategic value of the Haqqani network. Specifically, it examines how, for the past three decades, the Haqqani network has functioned as an enabler for other groups and as the fountainhead (manba') of local, regional and global militancy. Although this report explores all three of these militant levels, it emphasizes the Haqqani network's impact on transnational militancy. While the Haqqani network is undoubtedly a sophisticated and dangerous organization in its own right, the group is best understood as a nexus player, tying together a diverse mix of actors central to various conflict networks. By detailing these ties and exploring how the group functions in this role, we will elucidate and contextualize the history of the Haqqani network.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 14, 2011
Accession Number
ADA560977

Entities

People

  • Don Rassler
  • Vahid Brown

Organizations

  • United States Military Academy

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Afghanistan
  • Arabic Language
  • Construction Equipment
  • Governments
  • Insurgency
  • Media
  • Military Operations
  • Military Training
  • Personal Information Managers
  • Security
  • Terrorism
  • Terrorists
  • Training
  • United States
  • United States Military Academy
  • Ussr
  • Violence

Readers

  • Economics
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.