The Threat of Terrorism The threat of terrorism has become the central form of modern warfare in the late 20th century. It remains one of the most discussed and least understood topics of our time. Terrorism is not just a United States problem, but it is and will remain, an International problem. Everyday some form of terrorism takes place whether the motives are political or religious. Terrorism is unpredictable, and this unpredictability usually leaves many innocent people dead that have nothing to do with the aggressors cause. The war on terrorism is a constant battle that is getting more an