“Terrorism is the calculated use of violence or the threat of violence to instill fear, typically to coerce governments or societies into fulfilling political, religious, or ideological goals. It involves acts or threats of violence intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population, influence government policy, or affect government conduct through mass destruction, assassination, kidnapping, or hostage-taking. While there's no universally agreed-upon definition, key elements often include violence, fear, and a political motive.”
