Sri Lanka Attacks 2019

The attacks in Sri Lanka on 21 April caught the country's leaders by surprise and emphasises once again the continuing threat posed by Daesh after its collapse in Syria. 

On this page we present reaction from RUSI experts and previous RUSI analysis giving context to the attacks.

REACTION

Accused in Sri Lanka: A Small Group That Would Have Needed Help 

Sri Lanka attacks spark fears of Isis resurgence 

THE THREAT FROM DAESH

Let Me Guess: You Think You Know What Daesh Wants 

Despite Territorial Defeat, Islamist Terrorism Will Continue to be a Threat 

Daesh: What Happens Next? 

DEALING WITH RADICALISATION

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