Sri Lanka’s Easter Sunday Massacre: Lessons for the International Community Book Review

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Book review by Dr. Lumpy Lumbaca In his deeply unsettling yet meticulously researched book, Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday Massacre: Lessons for the International Community, Dr. Rohan Gunaratna peels back the layers of horror that unfolded on Easter Sunday, 2019, in Sri Lanka. Published by Penguin Books, this isn't just a recounting of the attacks; it's a chilling exploration of the radicalization process, a stark warning for the international community, and a poignant reflection on the resilience of the Sri Lankan people. Gunaratna, a recognized expert on counterterrorism, leverages his extensive experience to provide unparalleled access to the attackers' mindset. Through [...]