What is the dividing line between a militant and a terrorist?
The word Militant represents any individual or party engaged in aggressive physical or verbal combat, usually for a cause. It has become common in media reporting to use “militant” an euphemism for terrorist. In addition, journalists often use militant as a neutral term for soldiers who do not belong to an established government military organization. A militant engages in violence as part of a claimed struggle against oppression. The term “militant state” colloquially refers to a state which holds an aggressive posture in support of an ideology or cause. In general usage, a militant person is a confrontational person, regardless of the use of physical violence or pacifistic methods. Terrorists are intended to create fear (terror), are perpetrated for an ideological goal (as opposed to a lone attack), and deliberately target or disregard the safety of non-combatants. Both of then are dangerous for peace and humanity.
