When terrorism strikes home

The success rate of terrorism as it now stands is : Zero.

And yet, these people still try. Are they that desperate? Or are they just another band of brigands and thugs seeking power?

The answer is obviously the latter.

In a desperate situation, it has been proven time and again, the only way to gather sympathy is through sacrafice.

Terrorism has NEVER been looked upon favourably by anyone. It's not a "last resort" measure either. It is for the weak and cowardly to feel a sense of power and dominance.

When one's plight is made known through the act of senseless, thoughtless terrorism, the plight no longer takes front and centre stage. The act of terrorism does.

Terrorism would only make the general public loathe the people who are fighting for the cause more.

When one is oppressed, if the plight is made known, people would sympathise with the oppressed and rise up against the oppressors. However, when innocent bystanders are dragged in to the fight, the cause no longer matters.

Perhaps these people should learn that diplomacy, no matter how long it takes, is still the best viable solution to end their suffering.

I would like to extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families and friends of victims of terrorism.