Stalin was able to carry out his reign of terror in Russia because his victims were viewed as state enemies who were trying to undermine the Communist regime. This is an example of ____________ terrorism.

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State-sponsored terrorism involves acts of terror committed by a state or government against perceived enemies, including its own citizens, to instill fear and maintain power. Stalin's reign of terror fits this definition as he targeted those he viewed as threats to his regime.

Stalin Was Able to Carry Out His Reign of Terror