Rainer Hermann, DW: 'Islamic State' may fall, but will not vanish
The "Islamic State" has now almost lost all the territory it once controlled. But assuming this development means the scourge of jihadism will end is premature, writes guest contributor Rainer Hermann.
The so-called Islamic State (IS) is nearly defeated, militarily speaking, thanks to the determined efforts of the international community.
However, one should not be fooled into thinking that everything will return to normal once the last IS stronghold is conquered and the last fighter has surrendered. This is merely one step in a larger struggle against jihadi terrorism.
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