I always found it fascinating how these violent groups constantly shout "death to the infidels" and how the non-Islamic countries are bastions of sin, yet use their technology, aid, weaponry, etc to fight for their cause.
Another reason why ISIS is garnering support from Gulf donors is due to the fact that it could disrupt the Islamic balance of power in the region. If Syria falls into shambles like its Iraqi neighbor, it damages the influence of the "Shi'a Crescent", causing Sunni hegemony in the Middle East.
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From a geopolitical standpoint, causing mayhem in Syria and Iraq benefits the Sunni leadership, since Shi'a doctrine is seen as munafiq (hypocritical). Add Western and Kurdish interests in the region, and you have a recipe for disaster.
Another reason why ISIS is garnering support from Gulf donors is due to the fact that it could disrupt the Islamic balance of power in the region. If Syria falls into shambles like its Iraqi neighbor, it damages the influence of the "Shi'a Crescent", causing Sunni hegemony in the Middle East.
From a geopolitical standpoint, causing mayhem in Syria and Iraq benefits the Sunni leadership, since Shi'a doctrine is seen as munafiq (hypocritical). Add Western and Kurdish interests in the region, and you have a recipe for disaster.