The Rise of the Jihadists.

Discusses the possibility that, with former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein in captivity, Islamic extremists are playing a larger role in the anti-U.S. insurgency. Ambitions of religiously motivated militants; Fears of officials that assaults on U.S. troops are increasingly being directed by jihadists; Challenges for the U.S.; Role of mosques in providing support for insurgents; Difficulties identifying jihadists; Growing influence of Salafism; Popular support of guerrilla forces.