![Al-Nusra's possible survival might have two contradictory implications for the al-Qaeda mother organisation, argue the authors [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014219124125908734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180)
A new concept of Jihad may emerge from the infighting within al-Qaeda and groups affiliated with it.
![Al-Qaeda linked fighters carry their weapons during a parade at the Syrian town of Tel Abyad [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014213121354236734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180)
A new conception of Jihad may emerge from the infighting within al-Qaeda and affiliated groups.
A new concept of Jihad may emerge from the infighting within al-Qaeda and groups affiliated with it.
A new conception of Jihad may emerge from the infighting within al-Qaeda and affiliated groups.