The F.B.I. defines terrorism broadly, encompassing both international and domestic actions, but the distinction lies in the ideological motives behind the violent acts.
In the New Orleans attack, officials shifted their stance as evidence emerged showing potential terrorist motives, including the discovery of an improvised bomb.
The confusion over the New Orleans attack's classification highlights the complexities in defining terrorism, especially when motive and method can vary significantly.
Public perception often aligns terrorism with acts of violence against civilians, while investigators emphasize understanding the ideology motivating such acts.
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