ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) Methods and resources of financing and practices to confront with it

One of the most important concerns of the present world is the subject of terrorism that has found a special sensitivity at various levels of human societies and public opinion in the world. The purpose of this research is recognition of ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) Methods and resources of financing and practices to confront it. For this purpose, After reviewing the research literature and interviewing with experts, twelve financing methods have been identified and prioritized with using TOPSIS and AHP techniques. The statistical population of this study are experts in security issues in the West Asian region and are particularly familiar with the movements of the terrorist groups in this region. The research results indicate that sponsoring governments, oil and gas resources, and receiving financial assistance are the most important sources for financing ISIS in order to survive and continue their activities. Also, at the end of this study, practical proposals have been presented at both the domestic and international levels for indirect campaigning against this terrorist group in the form of model presentation and steps.