| The United States faces a continuing threat from al-Qaida and other terrorist groups. While the United States has made much progress since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, dangers remain. To help meet this ongoing threat, the U.S. State Department has announced the establishment of the Bureau of Counterterrorism. The new bureau will coordinate with the National Security Staff, and other U.S. government agencies to develop and implement counterterrorism strategies, policies, and programs to disrupt and defeat the networks that support terrorism. It will also support U.S. counterterrorism diplomacy and strengthen homeland security, counter violent extremism, and build the capacity of partner nations to deal with terrorism. At the same time, the bureau will promote American values, including support for human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The new counterterrorism bureau will lead efforts to reduce radicalization and mobilization abroad by developing positive alternatives for populations that are vulnerable to recruitment, and working with partner governments and civil society organizations to build the capacity to counter violent extremism. It will also work with the recently established Center for Strategic Counterterrorism Communications to de-legitimate violent extremist teachings. |
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