Counterterrorism Strategies and Programs

• NCJ Number: 108289
• Journal: Terrorism Volume: 10 Issue: 17 Dated: (1987) Pages: 337-344
• Author(s): L P Bremer III
• Date Published: 1987
• Length: 8 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Presentation
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America
• Note: Delivered at the Functional Management Seminar of the Assets Protection Course sponsored by the American Society for Industrial Security - June 3, 1987.

Annotation

The counterterrorism strategy used by the U.S. Government has three elements: firmness toward terrorists; pressure on states supporting terrorism; and practical measures to deter, apprehend, and punish terrorists.

Abstract

While there were 6-percent fewer terrorist incidents in 1985, there were more casualties in 1986. Victims or targets included citizens or property of 87 countries, with the Middle East constituting the highest threat area. The problem is complicated by nations employing or supporting terrorists, who receive such advantages as legitimate travel and identification documents. Counterterrorism strategy depends on cooperation with allies and imposition of diplomatic, economic and military burdens on states that sponsor terrorism. The office of the Ambassador at Large for Counterterrorism provides assistance to other countries, and coordinates research and development through the Technical Support Working Group of the Interdepartmental Group on Terrorism. Counterterrorism efforts are showing positive results.