Discuss the below:
There is a significant terrorist threat in Europe. Read about the Russian government's response to terrorism and contrast it with Europe's reaction.
• The Chechnya separatists take credit for atrocities such as the mass murder of children at the Beslan School. Can any negotiation be conducted with such a group? Why or why not?
• If negotiations are ruled out for a certain terrorist group, what should be the counter-terrorism response of the target country's government? Should the international community participate in the response? If so, who should be involved (e.g. UN, International Red Cross)? Explain your reasons