Has global terrorism declined in recent years?

Yes. According to the Global Terrorism Index, deaths from terrorism have fallen by over 40% since their peak in 2014, largely due to the weakening of groups like ISIS. Some regions, such as sub-Saharan Africa, continue to face threats, but global coordination, intelligence sharing, and community resilience efforts have reduced large-scale attacks. Media literacy helps people avoid fear-driven narratives that exaggerate risks. Evidence shows terrorism is a serious challenge but not an existential global threat, and the overall trend since 2014 is downward.