Recurrent features of the thinking pattern (or mind-set) of violent militant extremists are delineated, discussed, and related to previous research and theory. We examined extremist groups from a diverse range of continents, cultures, and political and religious orientations. We compared statements by (and, to some degree, statements about) these groups and formulated 16 themes common to the mi...

1 The risk of Islamist extremism in East Africa frequently focuses on Somalia and the violent actions of al Shabaab. Yet local adherents to extremist versions of Islam can now be found throughout the region. As a result, tensions both within Muslim communities and between certain Islamist groups and the broader society have been growing in the region in recent years. These tensions have not eme...

in criminal procedure, the best attitude to diversity of crimes and criminals is not yet determined and the juridical systems are also in the process of trial and error. plea bargaining is an organization arised from juridical system of common law and particularly america based on which the prosecutor and the accused discuss the accusation and its outcomes. although plea bargaining is an organi...