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Difference between Jihad and terrorism

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Jihad is a struggle or fight against the enemies of Islam.
Terrorism is defined in the Code of Federal Regulations as “the unlawful use of force and violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives” (28 C.F.R.
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