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In 2000, the most significant act of terrorism against the U.S. was the attack on the USS Cole, where al-Qaeda operatives bombed the naval vessel in Yemen, killing 17 American sailors. This attack highlighted the growing threat of international terrorism, particularly from extremist groups. The motivations behind such acts were rooted in a complex mix of political, religious, and ideological grievances against U.S. foreign policies in the Middle East. This set the stage for heightened tensions and security concerns leading up to the September 11 attacks in 2001.

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