Osama Is Dead, but ‘bin Ladenism’ Endures in Southeast Asia

Terror suspect Abu Bakar Bashir is escorted to court in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Romeo Gacad/AFP/Getty Images)

So is Osama bin Laden’s death likely to end his brand of terror in southeast Asia? Unfortunately, according to Maria Ressa, an expert on the topic, no. Check out her interview with colleague Emily Raulala on Time’s Global Spin blog.

 

Related Topics: osama bin laden, southeast asia, Military, National Security, Pentagon, Terrorism
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