A new analysis traces how the global "War on Terror" reshaped political discourse by embedding far-right Islamophobia into mainstream rhetoric, granting it broader acceptance and influence. The conflict’s framing and security policies inadvertently amplified anti-Muslim sentiment, embedding it deeper in electoral strategies and public opinion. Scholars argue this shift normalized hostility toward Muslim communities, creating lasting political and social consequences. The piece examines how these dynamics persist long after the initial conflict’s peak.
The 'War on Terror' gave far-right Islamophobia legitimacy, reach and electoral force.
