The attraction for some is then obvious since by this narrative a struggle to understand complex geo-politics is replaced with a simplistic `` one size fits all '' framework . We must examine why ISIS narrative has resonance and appeal , writes Ghaffar Hussain . The Islamic State (IS) is a terrorist group that emerged in Iraq from the chaos of Saddam Hussein's regime after he was overthrown by US forces following the 2003 invasion. Groups like ISIS restore collective pride to Muslims feeling victimized , humiliated . Blame can be shifted to perceived enemy and sinister anti-Muslim conspiracy theories , he adds . Mainstream Muslim commentators must promote positive role models , Hussain says .
We must examine why ISIS narrative has resonance and appeal , writes Ghaffar Hussain . The Islamic State (IS) is a terrorist group that emerged in Iraq from the chaos of Saddam Hussein's regime after he was overthrown by US forces following the 2003 invasion. Groups like ISIS restore collective pride to Muslims feeling victimized , humiliated . Blame can be shifted to perceived enemy and sinister anti-Muslim conspiracy theories , he adds . Mainstream Muslim commentators must promote positive role models , Hussain says .