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Overseas attacks highlight a quieter but more complex terror risk for S-E Asia
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A morning vigil in Sydney on Dec 17 for the victims of the Bondi Beach shooting.
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- Global extremist incidents, like the Australian attack and foiled German plot, highlight the shift towards lone-wolf violence, intensified by online radicalisation.
- Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs notes no specific threat but warns a general terrorism threat remains high due to events elsewhere and online self-radicalisation, especially among the youth.
- Analysts stress the need for vigilance as online glorification and extremist content can normalise violence, requiring sustained digital monitoring and early intervention.
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SINGAPORE – Recent extremist incidents overseas, including a fatal attack in Australia
Even in the absence of signs showing organised extremist networks mobilising on the ground, the growing role of online radicalisation, often accelerated by global conflicts and social media, has complicated regional counter-terrorism efforts, analysts told The Straits Times.
