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This chapter is an inquiry into the social dimensions of terrorism. The potential global threat of terrorism and international response are explored and recent developments encouraging violence and potential threats are examined. A detailed presentation on the efforts of international organizations working on counter-terrorism is provided to demonstrate that international organizations have promptly reacted to terrorism by all possible means within the limits of their mandates.