Compare and contrast the threats posed to the West by state actors like North Korea, Iraq, and Iran, and non-state actors like al Qaeda. Include specific historical examples concerning specific nations/actors. Don't generically discuss "State actors"- specifically discuss the actions of Iran or North Korea or Russia with spcific historical examples. Likewise, discuss specific terrorist groups and attacks with specific historical given.

Compare and contrast the threats posed to the West by state actors like North Korea, Iraq, and Iran, and non-state actors like al Qaeda. Include specific historical examples concerning specific nations/actors. Don't generically discuss "State actors"- specifically discuss the actions of Iran or North Korea or Russia with spcific historical examples. Likewise, discuss specific terrorist groups and attacks with specific historical given.