DISINFO: The West’s fight against terrorism is an excuse for attacking countries rich in mineral resources
SUMMARY
The fight against terrorism conducted by the US and other Western states is an excuse and a justification for attacking various countries rich in mineral resources and interfering in their internal affairs. This is made clear by the military operations of the US and of other Western governments. This behaviour can be described as 21st century colonialism.
RESPONSE
Conspiracy theory. No evidence is provided to support the article’s claims.
This disinformation message is consistent with a recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative alleging that US is behind the international terrorism and supporting terrorist groups for geopolitical reasons.
Ever since the September 11 terrorist attacks, the US and its European and other allies and partners have been engaged in enormous military and intelligence efforts to counter Al Qaeda, ISIS and other radical Islamist terrorist groups around the world. The US and European counterterrorism policies, including military interventions, are a response to a real and very serious threat.
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