Publication

20 Feb 2015

This article looks at whether the so-called Islamic State is a secessionist movement. The author believes that it is as while the group controls territory and challenges the authority of existing states, it also represents a formidable challenge to the Westphalian international system.

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Author Tanisha M Fazal
Series ISN Articles
Publisher International Relations and Security Network (ISN)
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