Suicidal violence is not the exclusive property of the Muslim world. Suicide bombings were a tactic of nationalist struggles in 19th-century Europe and Russia, the far east during the second world war and the Vietnam war, and in modern Sri Lanka.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that suicidal violence, specifically suicide bombings, is not unique to the Muslim world. It highlights historical instances where suicide bombings have been utilized in various nationalist struggles across different regions and time periods. By mentioning examples such as 19th-century Europe and Russia, the far east during WWII and the Vietnam war, and modern Sri Lanka, the quote suggests that this form of violence transcends religious or cultural boundaries and has been employed by different groups for varying causes.

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