One major cause of the rise in Islamic fundamentalists during the Cold War was the perception that Western influences were encroaching on Islamic societies, leading some to believe that their cultural identity and values were under threat. Additionally, the support of authoritarian regimes by Western powers in the region, such as the Shah of Iran, fueled resentment among certain segments of the population, pushing them towards more radical ideologies.
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