The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the recent attack in Moscow that killed at least 139 people. It was the country’s deadliest terrorist attack in more than a decade. Why did the Islamic State choose Russia as a target? And what does this mean for terrorism globally?Counterterrorism analyst and regular FP contributor Colin P. Clarke shares his insights with Ravi Agrawal. Clarke also serves as a senior research fellow at the Soufan Center.Suggested reading:Lucas Webber, Riccardo Valle, and Colin P. Clarke: The Islamic State Has a New Target: RussiaColin P. Clarke: Could Hamas Become a Global Threat?Lynne O’Donnell: Al Qaeda Is Back—and Thriving—in AfghanistanLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices