Ayman al Zawahiri’s death evinces a tactical win but also a broader strategic loss

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The killing on Saturday of al Qaeda leader Ayman al Zawahiri serves the causes of justice and global security. It is a tactical counterterrorism victory that accrues strategic benefit via a weakened al Qaeda.

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