“The Islamic State is able to raise finances through taxation, through theft of banks, and certainly through oil sales from the Omar oilfields in eastern Syria. So right now the question of funding isn't of the essence.”
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Vijay Prashad
Vijay Prashad is a historian and writer specializing in the history of South Asia and the global South. His work delves into the history of colonialism, nationalism, and the political landscape of the postcolonial world. Prashad has penned numerous books and articles that examine the intricate dynamics of these historical and political issues. more
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