I think that&#x27;s just a side effect.  I don&#x27;t think terrorists actually care that much about western society.  They want to ultimately defeat the west at least ideologically, if not economically and ultimately militarily (in order they can further their own goals)<p>So it&#x27;s beside the point to them. Let&#x27;s say someone wants your money, so in fear, you stop spending your money, stop bringing your wallet with you, the thief doesn&#x27;t care about that, what they want is to take your money, ultimately.