The term you're looking for is "pogrom." Pogroms refer to violent riots or attacks directed against a specific ethnic or religious group, often resulting in destruction of property, physical harm, or death. Historically, pogroms have been associated with anti-Semitic violence, but they can apply to any targeted group facing mob violence.
Ethnic cleansing is a policy aimed at removing a particular ethnic group from a specific area through acts of violence or forced displacement. It is a violation of human rights and is considered a form of genocide.
One effect of increasing religious fundamentalism in the Middle East in the 20th century was the rise of political movements and groups that aimed to establish Islamic states based on strict interpretations of religious laws. This often resulted in the marginalization of secular voices and increased tensions between different religious and ethnic groups.
The systematic destruction of an entire land, beyond just targeting an army, often refers to acts of genocide or ethnic cleansing, where civilian populations are deliberately targeted for extermination or displacement. This can involve the destruction of homes, cultural sites, and infrastructure, as well as the forced removal or killing of inhabitants. Such actions are aimed at erasing the identity and presence of a particular group, often driven by political, ethnic, or religious motivations. This form of destruction can have long-lasting impacts on communities and societies.
Intentional destruction of a people, often referred to as genocide, involves systematic actions aimed at eradicating a particular ethnic, national, or religious group. This can include acts such as mass killings, forced displacement, and cultural erasure. Genocide is considered one of the gravest crimes against humanity and is condemned by international law. The recognition and prevention of such atrocities are crucial for promoting human rights and ensuring global peace.
Violence in Northern Ireland due to conflict includes bombings and shootings aimed at army, police, rival terrorists and civilians.
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The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (Pub.L. 103-159, 107 Stat. 1536)
Storms of persecution refer to intense and widespread persecution or harassment faced by a particular group or individual due to their beliefs, ethnicity, or social status. It often involves systematic discrimination, violence, or oppression aimed at suppressing or punishing those who hold dissenting views.
The audience that is anticipated for a particular programme or event, the audience it's aimed at.
The Maryland Toleration Act, was aimed enforcing religious tolerance for Trinitarian Christians.