The false enemy: Islamic terrorism and the responsibilities of the West

Who are the new terrorists of the ISIS Caliphate and what are the responsibilities of the West, in particular Europe, in its flourishing? Is the erection of walls – either real or symbolic – against Syrian refugees a necessary iron fist, or does it merely attest to our short-sightedness when looking at conflict-torn regions? If the ISIS Caliphate is a menace, then it is desirable to listen to the voices of those who have been in the conflict zones where the self-proclaimed Islamic State seeks to extend its dominance.