New studies explore why ordinary people turn terrorist
Research in the Iraqi war zone point to key characteristics among ISIS soldiers and their opponents

DEADLY DEVOTION A collective sense of identity plus deeply held values may inspire Islamic State supporters, such as those shown here, to sacrifice everything for their cause.
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