Anthropology & Archeology of Eurasia · 2011 · 25 citations · 0 references
Social SciencesPolitical ScienceArmed ConflictPolitical ViolenceTerrorism StudiesCrimes Against HumanityWar CrimesLocal Opinion LeadersPublic Response To Political AssassinationTerrorist AttackUnemployment Trap
The author explains the reactions of the populace and of experts after the terrorist bombing of a market in Vladikavkaz, the capital of North Ossetia-Alania. Focus is on the ramifications of high unemployment for youth, and on corruption of local leaders. Psychological explanations for young people's turning into suicide bombers ready to kill civilians are also discussed.